Jet ski rentals in Arizona. Trailer included.
We rent Yamaha VX-C WaveRunners for Saguaro, Canyon, Pleasant, Bartlett and every lake in between, and we've been doing it in the Valley for 30 years.
Since the 90s
Thirty years of jet ski rentals in the Valley
Jet Action has been putting Arizona families on the water for 30 years. Same shop, same owner-operated care, and a fleet that gets replaced with new Yamahas on a regular cycle. In that time we have serviced every generation of watercraft, from smoky two-strokes to today's supercharged machines.
- Years renting
- 30
- Google rating
- 4.7
- Yamaha
- Authorized repair
Inside the shop on University DriveEverything in the rental
We didn't invent renting jet skis. We just perfected it.
One price gets you the ski and everything it takes to get it to the water. Available seven days a week for single or multi-day rentals.
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Trailer
Single or double trailer, hitched and ready. A small single trailer for toy haulers is available on request.
- 02
Life jackets
Coast Guard approved jackets for every rider, in a range of sizes.
- 03
Gas cans
Each VX-C carries 18 gallons, which is close to a full day of riding. Cans are in the kit for top-offs.
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The walkthrough
We show you the ski, the controls and the trailer before you leave, and video the condition together.
Instant estimate
Build your day on the lake
Pick your skis and how long you want them. Weekly rentals include a traveling discount. Multi-day specials can bring this lower, so call and ask.
- $500 damage deposit hold per ski, on a credit or debit card
- Tax and fees not included. Holidays excluded
- Prices subject to change without notice
How it works
Be the first one on the water tomorrow.
Skis go out the evening before so you can hitch up, sleep, and be at the ramp at sunrise while the water is glass.
- Day before · 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Pick up in Tempe
Sign, walk through the ski and trailer, grab passes and gear, hitch up.
- Ride day · sunrise
Launch
Beat the heat and the ramp lines. 18 gallons of fuel is almost a full day of riding.
- Ride day · 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Drop off
Bring them back to the shop. Quick check in and you're done.
The fleet
Yamaha VX-C WaveRunner
Our 2026 fleet in Jet Action colors. Three seats, four-stroke reliability, and stable enough for a first timer. Tap a color.
1,100cc three-cylinder four-stroke, fuel injected
Top speed. Plenty to pull a skier or a tube
Room for one to three on every ski
Almost a full day of run time per tank
Space for phones, towels, sunscreen and snacks
Where to ride
Pick a lake and go.
Drive times from our shop in Tempe, with live conditions at the water.
Saguaro Lake
Ten miles of water under red canyon walls, about 40 minutes from the shop.
- From the shop
- 40 min
- Miles
- ~33
- Pass
- Tonto Pass
Canyon Lake
Narrow, winding canyon water off the Apache Trail with the Superstitions all around.
- From the shop
- 50 min
- Miles
- ~40
- Pass
- Tonto Pass
Lake Pleasant
The Valley's largest lake, with open water, two marinas and room to run.
- From the shop
- 55 min
- Miles
- ~48
- Pass
- County park fee
Bartlett Lake
Sandy coves, shoreline camping and quiet desert water northeast of Carefree.
- From the shop
- 70 min
- Miles
- ~55
- Pass
- Tonto Pass
Apache Lake
Seventeen miles of deep canyon water between Canyon Lake and Roosevelt.
- From the shop
- 2 hr 15 min
- Miles
- ~95
- Pass
- Tonto Pass
Roosevelt Lake
The biggest lake entirely within Arizona, under the arch of the Roosevelt Lake Bridge.
- From the shop
- 2 hr
- Miles
- ~85
- Pass
- Tonto Pass
Lake Havasu
Colorado River water, the London Bridge and the West's favorite jet ski town.
- From the shop
- 3 hr
- Miles
- ~190
- Pass
- State park or city fees
Laughlin
The Colorado River between Bullhead City and Laughlin, with Lake Mohave just upstream.
- From the shop
- 3 hr 40 min
- Miles
- ~230
- Pass
- City ramp or NRA fees
Lake Powell
Nearly 2,000 miles of red rock shoreline in Glen Canyon.
- From the shop
- 4 hr 30 min
- Miles
- ~280
- Pass
- National park entry
Plan your ride
7-day lake forecast
Live forecast at the water, updated every hour. We flag the best day to ride.
Forecast from Open-Meteo. Best day = warm, light wind, low chance of rain. Book that day before it fills.
The shop
One stop before the lake
Passes, tubes, sunscreen, sunglasses and parts. Grab it all at pickup.
360 degree tour
Step inside the shop
Walk the showroom on University Drive before you come in. Drag to look around and tap the arrows to move: rental fleet, parts counter, kayaks and the Mountain Dew fridge.
Reviews
4.7 stars from 94 Google reviews
We rented 2 skis for the day as my family came into town from Minnesota. The guys are super outgoing and really professional. The jet skis ran great and my family had a blast at the lake.
Quick and easy online reservation. Fast and friendly pickup and drop off. Thanks for an awesome and memorable day on Canyon Lake!
The staff was friendly and had me in and out quick. They have everything you need: life jackets, gas cans, Tonto pass. Great place, I'll be back.
Booking was straightforward. Trailer towed well. Both jet skis worked without any issues on the water. Plenty of power to pull a skier or tube. Drop off was fast.
We've used Jet Action several years in a row and are extremely thrilled. Great service, and a big part of our great adventures at the lakes.
Ryan has the best customer service of any jet ski rental company. I bought one of his used skis from the fleet. Test ride, no pressure sales, and he even changed the impeller, oil and plugs.
Everyone there was really chill and the equipment was well taken care of. They let me have a wonderful day out at the lake. Highly recommend.
Service was excellent. The owner is great to deal with. Very pleased with all the work they did on my WaveRunner and trailer.
Service and repair
Annual service for every generation of watercraft
The same techs who keep our rental fleet running all summer can service yours. Yamaha, Kawasaki and Honda watercraft, plus fiberglass, SMC and trailer work from Fiberglass Unlimited, the Valley's authorized Yamaha warranty repair shop.
What are you riding?
Carbureted and early fuel-injected two-strokes like the Yamaha WaveRunner, Kawasaki Jet Ski and SeaDoo classics. Simple, loud and still a blast when they are dialed in.
- Carburetor clean, rebuild and sync
- Oil injection system and lines
- Reed valves and compression test
- Fuel lines replaced (old lines crack in the heat)
- Hull and seat restoration
The first generation of quiet, fuel-injected four-strokes. Reliable machines that reward regular oil service and pump care.
- Oil and filter service
- Valve and timing inspection
- Fuel injection and throttle body clean
- Exhaust and cooling flush
- Pump bearing and seal check
Today's fly-by-wire, electronic reverse and supercharged machines, including the Yamaha VX family we run in our own rental fleet every season.
- Factory scheduled maintenance by hours
- Supercharger inspection on SVHO and supercharged models
- Diagnostic scan and software check
- Electronic reverse and trim check
- Yamaha warranty repair, authorized
Engine oil and filter
Fresh oil and filter on four-strokes, oil injection check on two-strokes.
Spark plugs
New plugs, gapped to spec. The cheapest fix for hard starts and bogging.
Impeller and wear ring
Checked for dings and clearance. A worn pump is lost speed and wasted fuel.
Jet pump and intake
Pump, grate, driveshaft and seals inspected and greased.
Battery
Load tested, terminals cleaned, charged. Arizona heat kills batteries fast.
Fuel system
Lines, filters and fittings inspected for cracks and leaks.
More than rentals
Sales, parts and repair
How old do I need to be to rent?
The person signing the contract must be 21 or older.
Can someone else pick up the WaveRunners with my card?
No. The card holder has to come to pick up the WaveRunners because they sign the contract.
Can I use cash for the deposit?
No. The $500 per ski damage deposit has to go on a credit or debit card, no exceptions. Cash is fine for the rental payment and for lake passes. If you use a debit card, check that the hold will not exceed your daily limit.
How long until the hold drops off my card?
Usually 4 to 10 business days. Timing is set by your bank, not by us.
Why can't I pick up before 6:00 p.m.?
The previous day's WaveRunners come back at 5:00 p.m. Even if a ski is sitting in the shop, the crew is busy cleaning and prepping the ones that just came in, so pickups start at 6:00.
Which lakes can I take them to?
Any lake in the U.S. No salt water, and no trips into Mexico.
Journal
Lake guides and how-tos
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Visit
1850 E University Dr, Tempe
Just east of McClintock, minutes from the 101 and the 60. Checking hours
- Monday10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Friday10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Season hours April 1 to September 30. Pick up 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Drop off 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. October to March rentals by appointment.
Ready for the lake?
Book online in a couple of minutes, or call and talk to a real person at the shop.