Wakesurf Spot · New York
Jamesville Reservoir
A 252-acre reservoir in Onondaga County, New York — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
Located in Onondaga County, New York, Jamesville Reservoir is a public lake that covers about 252 acres. Being a smaller lake, any wake-boat use hinges on the local ordinance and how busy the water is.
No public access point is listed, so confirm how (and whether) you can legally launch.
Because this entry comes from public lake data rather than rider reports, treat it as a size-and-access reference, not a recommendation. Confirm the current New York statewide rules and any lake-specific restrictions before riding.
Source: New York State DEC. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jamesville Reservoir is a warm-weather wakesurf spot — plan around local water and air temperatures, and ride early for the calmest water.
Jamesville Reservoir covers roughly 252 acres, giving it room for a wake-boat setup when conditions cooperate. Public access varies — confirm a launch before you go. New York sets statewide wakesurf rules, and individual lakes often add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits — check the New York rules page and the local ordinance before launching. New York: Local/lake-specific rules only. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.