Wakesurf Spot · Kansas
Pomona Lake
A 4,000-acre reservoir in Osage County promoted as part of the 'Water Sports Capital of Kansas.'
Pomona Lake is a wakesurfing reservoir in Kansas, near Vassar. It covers roughly 4,000 acres. A 4,000-acre reservoir in Osage County promoted as part of the 'Water Sports Capital of Kansas.'
Pomona Lake covers about 4,000 surface acres with 52 miles of shoreline in Osage County. Wake surfing, water skiing, and wakeboarding are among the most popular tow sports on the lake, which is served by two marinas. Prevailing winds also make it popular for wind sports.
The typical warm-weather window here is May–September, based on Open-Meteo 2019–2023 daily-high climatology. Wakesurfing is a fair-weather sport, so plan around water and air temperatures — and always confirm the current local wake-boat rules before you ride.
Source: Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks - Pomona State Park. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The typical warm-weather window at Pomona Lake runs May–September, based on Open-Meteo 2019–2023 daily-high climatology. Mornings are usually calmest.
Pomona Lake covers about 4,000 surface acres with 52 miles of shoreline in Osage County. Wake surfing, water skiing, and wakeboarding are among the most popular tow sports on the lake, which is served by two marinas. Prevailing winds also make it popular for wind sports. Kansas: No wake-surf-specific rule. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.