NEW BUFFALO JET SKI RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Lake-Speed Over Sand: Jet-Ski the Eight‑Mile Arc from New Buffalo
Rent a two-person jet ski from Oselka Marina in New Buffalo and explore an approximately 8-mile radius of open water; this guide covers limits, rules, and what to expect on the water.
Lake-Speed Over Sand: Jet-Ski the Eight‑Mile Arc from New Buffalo.
From the marina the shoreline opens into Lake Michigan — an expanse to race across, carve arcs through swells, and cover as much ground as your appetite for speed allows. These rentals pair raw acceleration with simple logistics: thrill-focused, two-person craft that let you explore roughly an eight-mile radius of coast and harbor waters.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Short, Intense Two‑Person Runs
The fleet is set up for high-adrenaline outings with room for a driver and one passenger — a tight, immediate way to feel the lake and cover water fast.
An Eight‑Mile Arc of Possibility
Renters are permitted to venture within about an 8‑mile radius — a practical cruising envelope that stretches roughly from Michigan City on the west to Lakeside on the east.
Launched Locally by Oselka Marina
Local launch and rental operations keep the logistics straightforward so riders can focus on the ride: short briefings, equipment handoff, and back-to-back time on the water.
What the day feels like
How the Day Feels
Expect a compact, kinetic outing: a quick safety briefing, a throttle-open launch into open water, and long runs along the shoreline inside the permitted arc. The jet skis are built for immediacy — fast to learn, quicker to love — and they make the lake feel like a playground of speed and wide horizons.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All members of the rental party who are at least 18 must be present to sign the waiver; parents or legal guardians must be present to sign for any minors.
Towing is prohibited—no tubes or skis may be towed behind the jet skis for safety reasons.
Cancellations are not refunded except when weather makes operation unsafe or the appointment can be rebooked to another party due to high demand.
Riders are allowed to operate within approximately an 8‑mile radius from the launch, giving a clear geographic envelope for planning outings.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How old do you have to be to drive the watercraft?
You must be 21 years old to rent watercraft. If you are at least 18 you can drive with a parent or guardian present.
What is the cancellation policy?
Unless the weather is unsafe or the appointment can be rebooked to another party, due to high demand, we cannot issue a refund for cancellation.
What time zone is New Buffalo in?
Eastern time (EST), which is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Central) time.
Can one person show up to rent watercraft and then take it to others at the beach?
No. All people in the rental party at least 18 years old must be present to sign a waiver as well as the parent or legal guardian of ALL minors under 18.
How far can we take the watercraft?
You are allowed to venture within approximately an 8 mile radius, i.e. Michigan City to the west and Lakeside to the east.
Are tubes or skis allowed with the jet ski rentals?
No, due to safety concerns, there is no towing allowed with jet ski rentals.