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Lake Geneva Cruise Line

Summer Harbor Office - Riviera Docks, 812 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
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Lake Geneva Cruise Line offers an exceptional boat club experience, providing members with hassle-free access to a diverse fleet of boats on the stunning Lake Geneva. Enjoy the freedom of boating near Lake Geneva without the burdens of ownership, making it the perfect choice for both family boating adventures and leisurely escapes. With a variety of boats available, members can choose the ideal vessel for any occasion, ensuring every outing is memorable and tailored to their needs.

Serving the Lake Geneva area, this membership boating service stands out with its commitment to convenience and flexibility. Members benefit from not worrying about maintenance, storage, or upkeep, allowing them to focus on what truly matters: enjoying the open water and creating lasting memories. Join the Lake Geneva Cruise Line boat club today and discover the unparalleled joys of boating in one of Wisconsin’s most scenic regions.

Features

  • Access to diverse fleet
  • Convenient online reservations
  • Variety of boats available
  • Membership boating without ownership
  • Flexible membership options

Amenities

  • Bluetooth stereo
  • Dockside assistance
  • Fishing gear
  • Free parking
  • Fuel dock
  • Life jackets
  • On-site training
  • Refreshment services
  • Restrooms on site
  • Safety equipment

Why book with us

  • Focus on fun, not maintenance
  • Enjoy stress-free boating experiences
  • Access prime Lake Geneva locations
  • Save time with easy reservations
  • Create lasting family memories

Frequently Asked Questions

How old do you have to be to rent a boat in Wisconsin?

At 12, a person may operate a motorboat without supervision in Wisconsin after completing a boating safety course accepted by the Wisconsin DNR. Ages 10 or 11 may operate only with a parent, guardian, or designated adult at least 18 who has a valid boating safety certificate or was born before January 1, 1989. Ages 12 through 15 may use that supervision option instead of certification. Operators 16 or older born on or after January 1, 1989 must have completed an accepted course. No one under 12 may operate a personal watercraft, no one under 16 may rent one, and operators 12 or older must be certified; adult supervision is no substitute. The rental operator sets its own minimum, so confirm it when booking.

Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (dnr.wisconsin.gov)

Do you need a boating license in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin does not require a general boating license, but operators born on or after January 1, 1989 generally need boating safety certification or an accepted out of state equivalent and must carry proof aboard. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources administers the rule. No one under 10 may operate a motorboat. For motorboats other than personal watercraft, qualifying adult accompaniment is allowed for operators age 10 and older instead of certification. Personal watercraft operators must be at least 12, and those subject to the cutoff must be certified; accompaniment is not a substitute, and renters must be at least 16. Rental customers 16 or older may use the state rental education certificate, valid through that calendar year only for watercraft they rent. People born before the cutoff are exempt.

Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (dnr.wisconsin.gov)

Where can you go boating from Lake Geneva, Wisconsin?

From Lake Geneva, you can explore Geneva Bay, the open central waters of Geneva Lake, Williams Bay and Fontana without leaving the lake. The city’s Wrigley Drive access puts you into Geneva Bay; additional public landings are at Williams Bay, Fontana, Linn Road and Hillside Road.

The central traffic area is the place for normal running, while water outside it is slow no wake. Williams Bay has an additional marked slow-speed zone, and Fontana offers municipal launch access near its harbor. For an anchoring stop, Wisconsin DNR identifies the northern shoreline of Big Foot Beach State Park as a good recreation spot, though the park has no launch.

Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, dnr.wisconsin.gov and apps.dnr.wi.gov (apps.dnr.wi.gov)

What are the most popular boating destinations near Lake Geneva, Wisconsin?

Boaters leaving Lake Geneva usually stay on Geneva Lake and make a circuit of Buttons Bay, Williams Bay, Fontana and Linn Pier Flats. Buttons Bay, along Big Foot Beach State Park, is a popular anchoring and swimming stop; the Wisconsin DNR specifically identifies the park’s northern shoreline as a good place to anchor and recreate.

Williams Bay draws boaters seeking a quieter public-beach shoreline, while Fontana pairs its public beach with marina docking for lunch or dinner. Anglers also visit Linn Pier Flats, which Travel Wisconsin identifies as a productive summer fishing area.

Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (dnr.wisconsin.gov)

Location

Summer Harbor Office - Riviera Docks, 812 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

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