INDIAN RIVER JET SKI RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Three-Seat Thunder: Skimming Northern Michigan on a Yamaha WaveRunner
A concise field guide to Indian River Sports Center’s Yamaha WaveRunner rentals — what to expect, what to bring, and who can drive these three-seat machines.
Three-Seat Thunder: Skimming Northern Michigan on a Yamaha WaveRunner.
Feel the rush as you zip across Northern Michigan’s sparkling waters on a powerful Yamaha WaveRunner. Perfect for solo or group outings, these three-seat jets from Indian River Sports Center pair stability and speed so you can explore regional lakes and coastlines at your own pace.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Three-seat Yamaha WaveRunners — power and stability
Indian River Sports Center rents top-line Yamaha WaveRunners configured with three seats, built for high-powered, stable rides that suit solo drivers or small groups looking to cover water miles fast.
Explore lakes and coastlines on your own timetable
Rentals let you roam Northern Michigan’s scenic lakes and nearby coastlines at will, carving long runs or easy exploration depending on your pace and preference.
Simple pickup, maintained machines
WaveRunners are maintained by the operator for safety and performance; rentals include straightforward pickup and return from the Indian River Sports Center site.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
You’ll climb aboard a three-seat Yamaha, throttle up, and slice out across Northern Michigan water — the craft’s stability makes higher speeds accessible while still leaving room for relaxed cruising and sightseeing along lake shores and coastal stretches.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental fits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rental windows include 9am–5pm or 10am–6pm; the operator offers eight-hour and multi-day rental options.
Bring valid identification and your boaters safety certificate if you will operate the WaveRunner; personal items should be stowed securely — operators offer USCG-approved life vests as an add-on for a flat fee.
Displayed prices include sales tax; all rentals are plus fuel. Add-ons: USCG-approved life vest ($10 flat rate) and single tube ($30/day or $75/week). A seven-day cancellation policy applies; late returns incur additional fees.
Meet at Indian River Sports Center, 562 South Straits Highway, Indian River, MI 49749 for check-in and launch.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How old do I have to be to operate a WaveRunner?
You must be 18 or older to operate a WaveRunner.
Do I need any certification to drive?
Yes — you must have a boaters safety certificate to operate the WaveRunner.
Are the WaveRunners single- or multi-seat?
All of the WaveRunners provided have three seats.
Does the rental price include fuel and tax?
Displayed prices include sales tax, but rentals are plus fuel (fuel is not included).
Are life vests and tubes available?
Yes — a USCG-approved life vest is available as an add-on for $10 (flat rate); a single tube is available for $30 per day or $75 per week.
What are the operator’s cancellation and late-return policies?
There is a seven-day cancellation policy; late returns will incur late fees.