You can find Striped bass, White bass, Flathead catfish, Channel catfish, Largemouth bass, and many other types of fish in Lake Pleasant.

Lake Pleasant 4th of July Fireworks Show - Watch spectacular fireworks over the water from your boat—this is one of the busiest and most festive days on the lake, with boaters anchoring near Pleasant Harbor for front-row views.
Full Moon Float Parties (Monthly, Spring–Fall 2025) - Held around each full moon, these glow-in-the-dark float parties bring LED lights, DJs, and group anchoring for a fun night-on-the-water vibe.
Boat-In Concert Series - Music lovers can anchor their boats near a floating stage and enjoy live bands and DJs from the water—think “concert meets lake party.”
Lakefest - A summer music & lake party with food trucks, bands, jet ski shows, and floating fun. This is one of the biggest social gatherings at Lake Pleasant and best experienced from your boat.

The cost to rent a boat on Lake Pleasant ranges from $120 to $500+ per hour depending on the amount of time that you would like to use the boat.

Honeymoon Cove — A scenic, relatively quiet cove perfect for swimming, picnics, and relaxation.
Coles Bay — A classic lake party zone with room to anchor, swim, and tow water toys.
North End Coves — Ideal for sunset cruising and scenic lake photos.
Jackass Cove & Humbug Cove — Popular party coves only reachable by boat, known for social floats and group gatherings.
Castle Creek Inlet — A more natural, scenic inlet great for photographers and calmer exploration.