Lakefront
Beach
The Osthoff Resort offers the finest lakeshore setting in southeastern Wisconsin with 500 ft. of sand beach on beautiful Elkhart Lake. Formed by retreating glaciers, Elkhart Lake has a natural sand bottom that keeps our water clear year-round. Our lakefront features picnic areas complete with watersports, grills, bonfire area, a playground, volleyball courts and a concession stand.Osthoff Lake Deck
Serving traditional fun food, refreshments and specialty drinks Memorial Day thru Labor Day on our 500-foot beachfront. Live entertainment on the weekends.Watersports
Experience Elkhart Lake on an Osthoff watercraft.| 1 hour | Add'l Hr | |
| Hydro-Bikes |
$20 | $15 | Two-person Hydro-Bike | $30 | $20 |
| Sea Cycle | $30 | $20 |
| Aqua Cycle |
$30 | $20 |
| Kayaks |
$15 | $10 |
| Two-Person Kayaks |
$20 | $15 |
| Paddle Boats |
$20 | $15 |
| Stand-Up Paddle Board |
$25 | $15 |
| Canoes |
$20 | $15 |
| Sail Boat |
$40 | $30 |
| Fishing Boat w/oars | $15 | $10 |
| Fishing Boat w/motor |
$35 | $20 |
| Pedal Pontoon Accommodates 8 people. |
$40 | $30 |
| 21' Pontoon Accommodates 10 people. |
$95 | $60 |
| 25' Pontoon Accommodates 15 people. |
$130 | $90 |
All rentals must be returned 5 min prior to end of scheduled rental time.
Open seasonally to the public daily, 8 am - 6 pm.
Pontoon Drivers are available for $20/hour. *Note: Drivers count as one passenger.
Cruises
If you'd like to enjoy a panoramic tour of Elkhart Lake by water, The Osthoff Resort offers two cruises Monday through Saturday, Memorial Day through Labor Day.Coffee Cruise
$15 per person, per occupied seat
Coffee & juice included
Overview of local geology and history
9:00-10:00 a.m.
Reservations by 6:00 pm the prior day
Evening Cruise
$14 per person, per occupied seat
Overview of local geology and history
6 - 7 p.m.
7 - 8 p.m., additional cruise in July & August.
Reservations by 4:00 pm the same day
Bonfires
Join us for a complimentary beachfront bonfire every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evening,7-9pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Enjoy singing traditional campfire songs and making s'mores!
For more information on listed activities, contact the concierge at ext. 862.
