CATAWBA BOAT RENTALS — LAKE WYLIE, NC/SC

Lake Wylie Boating Guide

Everything you need for a great day on the water — from planning your Lake Wylie boat rental to finding the best spots on the lake.

35°06′N 81°02′W·SOUNDINGS IN FEET·ED. 2026

Lake Catawba postcard from 1948, before the lake was renamed Lake Wylie — courtesy of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Honoring the Past, Looking Forward to the Future

The story behind Catawba Boat Rentals — why we chose a name that honors the Catawba River, its history, and a Lake Wylie boat rental service built to last.

Bennington 22SX pontoon boat on Lake Wylie — premium rental fleet from Catawba Boat Rentals

Our Premium Pontoon Fleet on Lake Wylie

Meet the Catawba Boat Rentals fleet — Bennington 22SX pontoons with swingback and stern radius layouts, 150hp motors, and everything you need for a full day on Lake Wylie.

Freshly cleaned and prepped Bennington pontoon docked on Lake Wylie ready for rental

We Handle Everything — Walk On, Walk Off

Catawba Boat Rentals takes care of every detail before you arrive and after you leave — cleaned, prepped, and ready to go. All you do is show up.

Catawba Boat Rentals staff assisting guests at the dock on Lake Wylie

Full Staff Support — From Launch to Return

At Catawba Boat Rentals, our team is with you from the moment you arrive to the moment you hand back the keys. Here's what that actually looks like.

Bennington pontoon on Lake Wylie on a clear day

Best Time of Year to Rent a Boat on Lake Wylie

Wondering when to book a Lake Wylie boat rental? Here's an honest, season-by-season breakdown to help you pick the right day for your group.

Cooler and gear packed on the dock before a Lake Wylie boat rental

What to Bring on a Lake Wylie Boat Rental

The complete packing list for a Lake Wylie boat rental — sun protection, food, gear, what to skip, and what we already have covered for you.