Potato Creek State Park Boating
Potato Creek Boat Launches
Worster Lake has two boat ramps on its south side: the East Boat Launch and the West Boat Launch. Only private boats or sailboats can be launched. You can use electric trolling motors with up to two 12-volt batteries or hand propulsion. A mooring area is available for a small fee.
All privately-owned boats need a lake permit to use Worster Lake. You can purchase a lake permit online at Mother Nature’s Mercantile.
Boat Rentals – Potato Creek State Park Boating
During the summer season, you can rent canoes, kayaks, and rowboats at the building located at the west end of the beach area parking lot. They are open from 8:30 am to 9 pm, and rentals stop at 8 pm. All boats must be returned by 9 pm, with no overnight rentals. At Potato Creek State Park Boats are rented on a first-come, first-served basis, and cannot be reserved.
You must be at least 16 years old to rent a boat. Each boat rental includes one lifejacket per person and one cushion per boat. Rental boats should not be left unattended. Rowboats can hold up to 4 people, canoes can hold up to 3 people, and kayaks are available for 1 or 2 people.
Rental prices are as follows:
- 14’ Flat Bottom Row Boats: $10/hour or $30/day (plus tax)
- 17’ Canoes: $10/hour or $30/day (plus tax)
- Single Kayaks: $10/hour or $30/day (plus tax)
- Double Kayaks: $15/hour or $40/day (plus tax)
A deposit of $40 or a driver’s license is required for all boat rentals. Mooring posts are available for $1 per day (plus tax).
