GRDA reminds people to ALWAYS Boat Safe, Boat Smart, and Boat Sober.
If you have an emergency and need immediate assistance while on the water, the GRDA Police encourages you to dial 911. If you don’t have a cell phone available on your boat you can also radio for help on Marine Band 16. The department’s non-emergency number is (918) 256 0911.
Boating at Grand Lake – What You Need To Know
Chances are you already know how great the boating at Grand Lake can be, with wide channels and deep water making it attractive to boats of all shapes and sizes.
Along with that, Grand Lake is a hub for boat sales, boat repair, and all sorts of related marine services.
Below, you will find links to helpful boating maps and information and other boat and marine services businesses that do things ranging from boat covers and boat lifts to boat detailing – even the insurance you need for your boat, dock, and water toys.
They’re the perfect place to hang, chat, and catch those killer sunsets after a day on the water.
So keep scrolling to find out more about featured businesses in the Grand Lake area that can help you with all of your boating needs.
Helpful Boating Links From GRDA
The Grand River Dam Authority is the Grand Lake gatekeeper. They make the rules (most of them) and enforce the rules through their permitting offices, enforcement staff, and the GRDA Police.
They have also recently (late 2023) updated their website to make it easier for folks to find information on boating rules, safety, and even maps to help navigate Grand Lake.
Whether you need a new dock, boat lift, or cover to protect your investment, or are looking for fun lake toys and gear, these Grand Lake businesses have you covered. From construction and service to outfitting you with the latest in lake lifestyle products, they’ll help maximize your enjoyment out on the water.
Floating Mats are the perfect addition to your lake arsenal and provide hours of truly ‘on the water’ fun and relaxation.
Floating Mats are an easy way to enjoy the lake for young and old alike.
Whether it’s tied up behind your boat while anchored, tie-up with friends, or making your dock or shoreline more fun, Floating Mats are the most low-maintenance fun you can have on the water and loved by all!!
And the best part for you Grand Lakers? No shipping if you pick up your mat in Oklahoma!
Celebrating 50 years of making what has been voted the BEST Boat Lift for the Lake, you cannot go wrong with the quality and attention to detail you receive with a Poly Lift Boat Lift. When choosing a boat lift to protect your investment, choose the one serious boaters swear by, choose Poly Lift!
The POLY LIFT® is designed to quickly and quietly lift your boat out of the water, freeing it from the damaging contaminants of marine growth. It can be adapted to nearly any mooring situation or boat.
All of the Poly Lift Boat Lifts offer a lifetime warranty on their tanks and other exclusive features including:
Polyethylene Flotation High density polyethylene pipe material is used for lift flotation. The construction of this material provides extra buoyancy when tank is submerged. This feature minimizes downward load pressure on docks.
Extra Heavy Duty Frame Manufactured with structural steel and then hot dipped and galvanized. Assembled with galvanized case hardened bolts.
Heavy-Duty Lift Blower Motor Provides more efficient lift operation enabling the POLY LIFT® to rise in less time than most lifts.
Parallel Center Frame Brace Provides additional stability.
Polyethylene Adjustable Pads With embossed grip pattern impervious to chemicals, salt, ice, or heat, virtually maintenance free.
Control Stand The attractive POLY LIFT® control housing uses stainless hardware and is lockable. Operation is made easy by opening and closing just one valve per motor. One control stand for dual operation. Also now your lift box can have a custom cover. Ask us about your different options offered.
Patented Torsion Clamp Designed and engineered to decrease the possibility of frame torque and increase rigidity.
High-Tech Bushings Made of high molecular weight material to insure ease and quietness of operation with very little friction
Lift Solar Charging Systems Poly Lift now offers Lake Lifter’s Boat Lift Solar Charging systems. These units offer the highest quality solar panels and anodized aluminum mounting arms. Now you can keep your lift batteries in top condition and ready to use so that you never have to worry about it.
So when shopping for a boat lift for your boat, choose the one voted the BEST!
“We don’t just build boat lifts…we build Poly Lifts”
Call your local Grand Lake Poly Lift dealer Brett Chandler at (918) 782-8633 today.
Serving boat buyers, sellers, insurers, and adjusters across Grand Lake and beyond, Marine Damage Consultants offers specialized marine surveying to assess vessel condition, function, and value. Their comprehensive services include:
Pre-Purchase Surveys: Detailed reports for prospective buyers examine all systems and components, noting deficiencies while also providing fair market valuation. Add-ons like sea trials, corrosion testing, and troubleshooting are available.
Insurance Renewal Surveys: Concise inspections focused on safety, maintenance needs, and visible defects to meet provider requirements for policy renewals.
Damage Assessment: Identifies scope and causes of vessel damage on behalf of underwriters and adjusters, including analysis of repair estimates.
Conducting methodical in-person analyses tailored to client information needs, Marine Damage Consultants reduces risk for buyers and owners with their decades of surveying expertise. Thorough and trusted, they serve as a vital resource for your critical most important boating decisions.
Boat Floater boat lifts are a simple, proven way to secure your boat.
Manufactured in Oklahoma since 1974, Boat Floater boat lifts can withstand the roughest lake conditions in Oklahoma, which are often right here at Grand Lake.
Whether you have a bowrider, bass boat, pontoon, wakeboard, or high-performance boat, Boat Floater of Oklahoma has the perfect boat lift for you.
Contact them today to protect that beautiful boat of yours!
Goldner Dock Construction, LLC is located at Grand Lake O’ the Cherokee’s and is Oklahoma’s premier, full-service dock company. From new dock construction, dock accessories, boat lifts, PWC lifts, dock service and maintenance, we do it all!
With more than 25+ years of experience, Goldner Dock Construction, LLC builds our docks with structural integrity and strength to keep your dock secure even on the busiest of weekends.
In addition to new dock construction, our company represents DuraTek Boat Lifts and Wave Armor PWC & Boat Lifts to keep your boat and PWC protected from rough-water conditions year round.
After extensive research and testing, we have found that DuraTek Boat Lifts is the premier boat lift manufacturer. These boat lifts are over-built for durability and engineered to withstand rough wake and constant wave action we are seeing on lakes due to bigger boats and wake/tow boats driving close to docks. Research, engineering, development, and manufacturing of DuraTek Boat Lifts is located on Lake of the Ozarks, one of the roughest fresh-water lakes in the United States due to size and popularity. Lifting capabilities up to 40,000 pounds.
GDC has also partnered with Wave Armor to retail their PWC lifts. Wave Armor PWC platforms offer THE BEST anti-skid surface which makes the safest pwc platform option on the lake. Wave Armor also features foam encapsulated drive-on platforms which makes them virtually sink-proof. They offer smooth drive on-and-off accessibility and come at a competitive price point.
Our reliability and quality of work is well established (check out our Google Reviews from REAL customers!), and we are dedicated to making your on-water lifestyle just that much easier.
Follow our Facebook/Instagram to see our dock construction projects around Grand Lake! @goldnerdockconstruction or visit our website http://www.goldnerdock.com.
DuraTek Boat Lifts: Unmatched Strength and Reliability for Grand Lake
When it comes to protecting your boat, DuraTek Boat Lifts set the industry standard for strength, durability, and reliability. Designed and engineered on the notoriously rough waters of Lake of the Ozarks, these lifts are built to withstand the harshest conditions—making them the ideal choice for Grand Lake. Whether you own a high-performance vessel, a luxury cruiser, or a fishing boat, DuraTek offers unrivaled protection against waves, wakes, and fluctuating water levels.
The DuraTek Difference lies in over-engineering for extreme conditions, bulletproof durability, and a team of passionate boaters who understand what it takes to keep your investment secure. Featuring molded polyethylene tanks that resist corrosion and withstand heavy abuse, these lifts ensure long-lasting performance in even the most demanding environments.
Premium Lift Options for Every Boater
HD Series – The ultimate choice for rough water and unprotected docks, with lifting capacities up to 60,000 lbs.
XP Series – The newest innovation, featuring the patented DuraAxle system for increased support and fewer moving parts. Lifting capacities up to 8,500 lbs.
HD Shallow Water – Designed for areas with low roof clearance, fluctuating water levels, or shallow depths. Lifting up to 7,000 lbs.
HD-R Series – Featuring a rotationally molded tank system for even greater reliability, with lifting capacities up to 10,000 lbs.
For added customization, DuraTek offers a range of upgrades to match your specific needs, including slip width, bunk configuration, offset adjustments, mega arms, back-in configurations, and walkways.
Ready to elevate your boating experience? Goldner Marine Group & Goldner Dock Construction are your authorized DuraTek dealers at Grand Lake, providing expert installation and service. You can reach them at (918) 787-9762.
Invest in a lift that’s as tough as the waters it protects against—DuraTek Boat Lifts, built for life on Grand Lake.
Disney Island Outfitters is your home for women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing, sportswear, swimsuits, and so much more in the South Grand Lake area.
What do you need?
Rope Sandals, flip flops, accessories, sunglasses, life jackets, water toys, Floating Mats, Big Mable and other towables, jewelry, home decor, nautical gifts, koozies, sunscreen, plus unique Grand Lake gift items for yourself or others.
Plus… you can even book a room in one of our two vacation rental units above the store.
We’ve got everything you need to make the most of your Grand Lake time at Disney Island Outfitters and Dam Hotel. Come on!
Goldner Marine Group is excited to announce they are now offering EZ-N Dock Rollers as an added dock accessory.
Manufactured by Goldner Dock Construction, these polyethylene dock rollers are mounted to your dock to for added boat and dock protection while entering or exiting your boat slip.
The EZ-N Dock Rollers are 6 inches in diameter and 6 feet tall and come with a heavy-duty mooring bracket. Installation can be completed by Goldner Dock Construction or picked up by customers at our Grove location or South Grand Lake location for easy self installation.
The cost for a set of rollers is $950 + tax (self installation) or $1250 + tax for delivery/installation on Grand Lake.
TowboatUS Grand Lake (Grand Lake Towing LLC)
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TowBoatU.S. Grand Lake offers 24/7 vessel towing, jumpstarts, fuel deliveries, salvage, recovery, and ungrounding for all of Grand Lake.
Call 918-782-8600 for 24/7 on-water assistance.
For serious boaters, you will want to make sure you have a BoatUS towing membership:
Unlimited Freshwater Towing Membership – $99
Unlimited Gold Package Membership – $200
Unlimited Trailer Assist – $40
Click HERE to join and mention Tower Code: WT11114A
Elite Dock Company: Grand Lake’s Premier Dock Builder & Repair Specialist
When it comes to building, repairing, or maintaining docks at Grand Lake, Elite Dock Company is the name you can trust. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, they specialize in high-quality dock construction, boat lifts, encapsulated foam flotation, and routine dock maintenance to ensure your waterfront investment stays in top shape.
Whether you need a brand-new custom dock, a full restoration, or emergency repairs, Elite Dock Company delivers expert craftsmanship and reliability every step of the way.
Ready to upgrade your dock? Contact Elite Dock Company today for a consultation and see why they’re the go-to dock experts at Grand Lake!
Elevate your boat with revolutionary flooring from Pro Dek, delivering next-level luxury, safety, and custom style for marine vessels and beyond.
Using innovative CAD design and patented V-Cell closed-cell foam, their USA-made OrthoDek floors provide unmatched non-slip traction whether wet or dry. The soft, resilient material ensures comfort underfoot along with UV and water resistance to stand up to years of use.
Available in an array of colors and textures, Pro Dek designs fully customized floors to match your boat’s character and performance needs. Their hassle-free peel-and-stick application means no drilling into your prized vessel. Extras like helm pads, fish rulers, and logos add further signature flair.
Backed by a safety-first mindset, Pro Dek aims to protect passengers of all ages while revolutionizing the onboard experience. That’s why discerning boaters across America upgrade to OrthoDek premium foam flooring for a look, feel, and function that’s uniquely theirs. Explore how Pro Dek can elevate your craft into a modern marvel both above and below deck.
We craft our automatic covers by hand – from a 12-foot fishing boat to a 54-foot yacht, we’ve done it all.
We are proud to be the original automatic boat cover company, and to have made more than 1,000 custom boat covers for lake lovers all over Oklahoma and the surrounding areas.
Visit our website HERE to request a quote for your boat cover needs!
Our cover will save valuable time and money on cleaning, detailing, fiberglass buffing, and help keep it’s original like-new luster.
Spider Lift Boat Covers specializes in custom automatic boat covers to help make your boating experience on and off the water quick, easy, and enjoyable.
With the press of a button, your cover raises off your boat in an average of 10 seconds and is waiting for you when you return after a long day on the water.
Again, with the press of a button, the cover slides seamlessly back over your boat to protect it from dust, pollen, dirt, bugs, and the harsh rays of the sun while your boat is not in use.
Covering the entire hull of the boat, your investment is protected from the harsh rays of the sun preventing oxidation of your fiberglass!
We provide free estimates, so give us a call or shoot us an e-mail, to find out more on how you can get a Custom Automatic Boat Cover for your boat today.
And make sure to visit our website HERE to see videos of some of our boat covers in action!
The businesses around Grand Lake are more than just service providers; they are an integral part of the boating community. Staffed by experienced professionals who are passionate about boating, these establishments offer not just services, but also valuable advice and insights that can enhance your boating experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a first-time boat owner, the wealth of knowledge available at these local businesses can be invaluable in keeping your boat in top condition and making the most of your time on Grand Lake.
