Water-Skiing / Wakeboarding

Waterskiing / wakeboarding and towing of inflatables is offered at only one lake in San Diego County: El Capitan.

El Capitan offers skiing, wakeboarding and towing inflatables. See "What's New" page for current schedule. Only three-person PWC's may tow skiers.

• General direction of all vessels is counterclockwise.
• Maximum speed limit is 35 mph.
• All vessels towing a skier must have an observer 12 years of age or older.
• Coast Guard approved life preservers must be worn by all skiers.
• Skis, kneeboards and similar devices are permitted. Inflatable and towed devices may be used in any ski zone. Use of a quick release device is recommended.
• Children's tow area is designated for safe, slow (10 mph or less) tows.

Dogs are NOT permitted on any boats (rental or private). Dogs must be kept on a leash and at least 50 feet away from the water.

Each person (8 or older) entering reservoir property must purchase a daily use permit, which is non-transferrable. Permits are $5.00 for adults & $2.50 for children 8-15 years of age, 7 and younger are for free.

Each boat also needs a private boat use permit which is $5.00. All permits are available from lake staff at permit booths or boat docks.