EAST TAWAS JET SKI RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Dockside Sprints on Tawas Bay: Jet-Ski Rentals from Jerry’s Marina
Dockside jet-ski rentals in East Tawas for up to two adults — this guide explains the ride, the rules, and what you must bring.
Dockside Sprints on Tawas Bay: Jet-Ski Rentals from Jerry’s Marina.
Experience the thrill of jet skiing in Tawas Bay: two-person machines are stored dockside and ready at Jerry’s Marina, with a safety-first policy that requires drivers to be 18 and to carry a Michigan boater’s license; rentals are confined to Tawas Bay for a focused, shoreline-centered outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Shoreline Thrills Inside Tawas Bay
Rides are limited to Tawas Bay and may not pass the East Tawas State Docks, keeping outings scenic and locally contained.
Dockside-Ready Jet Skis for Two
Each jet ski is stored dockside and available for two people with a combined capacity limit; machines are prepared for quick departures from Jerry’s Marina.
Strict Licensing and Age Requirements
All drivers must be at least 18 and have a Michigan boater’s license on hand (with specific exemptions for those born on or before December 31, 1978).
What the day feels like
What the Rental Feels Like
The outing is a short, high-energy experience launched from dockside: you climb aboard a two-person jet ski, push off into Tawas Bay and glide along the water while staying within the bay’s limits, returning to the marina before the East Tawas State Docks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental fits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Meet at the dockside location operated by Jerry’s Marina where jet skis are stored and prepared for departure.
Drivers must bring a Michigan boater’s license unless born on or before December 31, 1978; drivers must be age 18 or older.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the maximum capacity per jet ski?
Maximum capacity is 2 adults per jet ski; the equipment capacity is 485 lbs.
How old do I have to be to drive?
All drivers must be at least 18 years old to rent and operate a jet ski.
Do I need a boating license?
Yes. Drivers must have a Michigan boater’s license with them unless they were born on or before December 31, 1978.
Where may I ride the jet ski?
Rentals must stay within Tawas Bay and may not travel past the East Tawas State Docks.
Are the jet skis ready at the dock?
Yes. Each jet ski is stored dockside and ready for guests to board and depart from the marina.