Johns Lake
John’s Lake boat rental in Winter Garden, delivered to the public ramp or your private dock. 2,500+ acres of pristine water, legendary bass fishing and a peaceful shoreline.
Public ramp or private dock
Seats up to 12
Four hour minimum
Delivery, fuel and tax included
Meet Captain Mike at Johns lake
John’s Lake is known for its excellent bass fishing, scenic shoreline and two connected pools that give you plenty of room to explore. Whether you are fishing, cruising or enjoying a day on the water with family, Captain Mike makes getting on the lake easy.
John’s Lake offers plenty of room to explore, with scenic shoreline, two connected pools and excellent bass fishing. Cruise the lake, spend the day fishing, or enjoy tubing and watersports with family and friends.
Where we meet you
We handle the towing and launching. Meet us at the public ramp, or have the boat delivered to your private dock.
Your meeting point for John’s Lake rentals at the public boat ramp. Get directions
Meeting point
John’s Lake Public Boat Ramp
Address
13620 Lake Blvd, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Private dock option
Staying at a lakefront home or live on John’s Lake? Skip the ramp and have Captain Mike deliver to your private dock.
Parking at the public ramp
Parking at the John’s Lake Public Boat Ramp is very limited and fills up fast, especially on weekends. We recommend meeting us early, or choosing private dock delivery, the “VIP” choice, to save the headache of finding a spot for your vehicle. It is also the perfect option for parties, holidays and multi-day rentals.
Meet us early
Weekends fill fast
VIP dock delivery
Great for multi-day
Want dock delivery instead? Send us your address when you book.
Why rent on John’s Lake?
A fisherman’s paradise
Consistently ranked as one of the best bass lakes in the state.
Two lakes in one
East and West pools connected by a scenic channel, perfect for a long afternoon of exploring.
Quiet and scenic
Much of the shoreline is undeveloped, giving you a “Real Florida” feel just minutes from the city.
Tubing and skiing
Try the Hurricane deck boat and go tubing and skiing.
Bring the rods
John’s Lake is famous for its big bass, and the pontoon makes the perfect fishing boat. Ask for fishing poles and artificial bait when you book, at no extra charge. Anyone 16 or older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license.
Boating on John’s Lake
A John’s Lake boat rental gives you 2,500+ acres to explore. Pick your pace: a morning chasing trophy bass, an afternoon of tubing or a slow cruise between the two pools.
Planning your day on the lake
Two pools
Cruise the scenic channel that connects the East and West pools and take in the undeveloped shoreline.
Parties and holidays
Private dock delivery is perfect for parties, holidays and multi-day rentals, with a Bimini top on board for shade.
Watersports
Book the Hurricane deck boat if tubing and skiing are on the plan.
Bass fishing
John’s Lake is famous for its big bass, and the pontoon is the perfect fishing boat. Anyone 16 or older who fishes needs a Florida freshwater fishing license.
Captained options
Don’t want to worry about navigating the submerged cypress trees, or just don’t want to drive? Hire Captain Mike to take the wheel. He can pick your group up right from your backyard dock, and he knows John’s Lake’s big bass water.
Want another bass lake? Our Lake Toho boat rentals in Kissimmee are known for trophy bass fishing. For spring-fed water and a sandbar, try our Lake Conway boat rental or Butler Chain of Lakes boat rental.
Which boat suits John’s Lake?
Both boats work well here. If tubing or skiing is on the plan, go with the Hurricane deck boat. If your day is about bass fishing or a quiet family day, the pontoon gives you shade, lounge seating and room to spread out.
| Compare | Deck boat “Betty” For watersports | Pontoon “Wilma” |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 20ft Hurricane | 21ft Lowe |
| Seats | 8 to 12 | 8 to 11 |
| Shade | Bimini top | Bimini top |
| Stereo | Kicker Bluetooth | Kicker Bluetooth |
| Engine | 200 HP Mercury | 90 HP Mercury, quiet four-stroke |
| Best for | Tubing, skiing and exploring farther | Bass fishing, cruising and family days |
| From | $550, four hour minimum | $450, four hour minimum |
See the full spec on both boats
Watch for submerged cypress trees
We would rather tell you that now than after you have booked. John’s Lake has submerged cypress trees, so navigate with care or hire Captain Mike to drive. If you want wide open water instead, our Lake Toho boat rentals give you a big open lake from the Kissimmee Marina, and our St. Johns River boat rental gives you miles of river from Lake Monroe Park in DeBary.
Who drives, and when we start
Captain Mike, USCG licensed
You drive, so you get the boat’s full capacity: up to 11 on the pontoon and up to 12 on the deck boat, depending on weight.
Captain Mike meets you at the ramp or your dock, launches the boat and gives you the orientation before you leave: throttle and trim, how to get between the two pools, and how to reach him if anything comes up. Never driven a pontoon before? That is most of our customers, and the walkthrough is built for them.
On the water with Boats To You
Rates and booking
We bring the boat to you for one flat price. The pontoon starts at $450 and the deck boat at $550 for a four hour minimum, then $50 an hour after that. Delivery to the public ramp, fuel and Florida sales tax are already in the number. Private dock delivery adds a one-time $50 fee, and Captain Mike can drive for $150 for the first four hours, then $25 an hour.
Staying at a lakefront rental for the week? Multi-day rentals start at $275 a day, and we can leave the boat at your dock for the whole trip. Full rates are on the pricing page.
John’s Lake questions we get asked
Where do we meet you?
At the John’s Lake Public Boat Ramp, 13620 Lake Blvd in Winter Garden. If you are staying on the lake, Captain Mike can deliver to your private dock instead.
Is there parking at the public ramp?
Parking is very limited and fills up fast, especially on weekends. Meet us early, or choose private dock delivery to skip the parking entirely.
Can Captain Mike drive for us?
Yes. Hire Captain Mike to take the wheel and he can pick your group up right from your backyard dock. It is a good option if you would rather not navigate the submerged cypress trees yourself.
Can we go tubing and skiing on John’s Lake?
Yes. Try the Hurricane deck boat, which is the one we use for tubing and skiing.
Are life jackets on the boat?
Yes, a Coast Guard approved jacket for every seat, sized for adults and kids. Florida law says children under six wear theirs the whole time the boat is moving, so tell us how many little ones are coming when you book and we will have the right sizes aboard.
Is there a bathroom on the boat?
No, neither boat has a head. Plan a quick run back to the ramp or your dock mid-day if you are out for a long day with kids.
Can we bring our dog?
Well behaved dogs are welcome.
What happens if it storms?
Central Florida gets short, hard afternoon storms in summer, and lightning means everyone comes off the water. We try to look at the weather the night before and make the call then. If you lose an hour or so, we can work something out.
Other lakes we deliver to
John’s Lake is our Winter Garden lake, with a public ramp or private dock handoff. If your group wants a different kind of day, one of these may be the better fit, and the same flat rate applies. We deliver to 11 lakes and chains in total. Lake Brantley and the Harris Chain are call-only.
See every Orlando lake we deliver to.
Pontoon from
$450
Four hour minimum, then $50 an hour
Deck boat from
$550
Multi-day from
$275 a day
Meeting point
Public ramp or your dock
Capacity
8 to 12
Delivery, fuel and Florida sales tax are in the price. Private dock delivery adds $50.
Book your boat
Fastest way is a text. Tell me your date, whether you want the public ramp or dock delivery on John’s Lake, and how many people. I reply the same day, usually within the hour.
Prefer email? The form works too.
Captain Mike