NEW BUFFALO BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Regal 19' on Lake Michigan — a wake-ready day from New Buffalo, up to nine aboard
A small-group boat rental from Oselka Marina that seats up to nine people, available in 2-, 3-, 6- or 9-hour blocks — this guide explains what to expect on the water and how to plan.
Regal 19' on Lake Michigan — a wake-ready day from New Buffalo, up to nine aboard.
Set out from New Buffalo on a Regal 19' and trade shoreline for open water: this rental from Oselka Marina seats nine, is tuned for watersports and is arranged by the hour so groups can tailor a short cruise or a full day on Lake Michigan.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A nine-seat, watersports-ready Regal 19'
The Regal 19' is configured for groups — seating for up to nine people makes it a natural choice for family outings, small celebrations, or a day with friends on the water.
Wake, tow, and play — add gear at pickup
The rental is suited to watersports: tubes, skis and a wakeboard can be added at pickup for an additional fee, letting groups customize the day to their appetite for speed and splash.
Explore an eight-mile radius from New Buffalo
You can venture roughly an eight-mile radius from the launch point, covering shoreline roughly from Michigan City on the west to Lakeside on the east — enough room for cruising, swimming stops and sightseeing.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
From the first throttle to the last lazy cruise back to the dock, the rental is designed for flexible half- or full-day outings: groups load at Oselka Marina in New Buffalo, choose how many hours they want on Lake Michigan, and set a course within the permitted radius for watersports, swimming, or shoreline exploration.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Choose from 2-, 3-, 6- or 9-hour rental blocks to fit a half-day splash or a full day on Lake Michigan.
Bring swimwear, sun protection and any personal items; if you want tow gear, tubes run $40–$60, skis $25 and a wakeboard $30 and can be arranged at pickup.
The rental adds you as an additional insured to Oselka Marina’s charter vessel master policy with specified liability and first-party damage limits; review the policy details or call the insurance agency for clarification.
Pickup occurs at Oselka Marina in New Buffalo; all adults in the rental party must be present to sign a waiver and a parent or legal guardian must sign for any minors.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What time zone is New Buffalo in?
New Buffalo is in Eastern time (EST), which is one hour ahead of Chicago (Central) time.
What is the cancellation policy?
Unless the weather is unsafe or the appointment can be rebooked to another party, refunds are not issued for cancellations due to high demand.
Can one person pick up the rental and then take it to others at the beach?
No; all people in the rental party who are at least 18 must be present to sign a waiver, and the parent or legal guardian of all minors under 18 must also be present to sign.
Is there insurance included with the rentals?
The rental adds you as an additional insured to Oselka Marina’s charter vessel master policy, which includes specified liability coverage and first-party damage limits; contact the listed insurance agency for details.
How far can we take the watercraft?
You are permitted to travel within approximately an eight-mile radius from the launch point, roughly from Michigan City on the west to Lakeside on the east.
Can I rent tow gear with the boat?
Yes — tubes ($40–$60), skis ($25) and a wakeboard ($30) can be arranged at pick-up.