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NewsSuncoast SearchlightAugust 21, 2026Sarasota County

Sarasota County permits waterskiing in designated waterways

Waterskiing is permitted in specific Sarasota County and city waterways, provided the activity occurs outside of restricted zones. Prohibited areas include no-wake zones, slow-speed zones, federally marked channels, and designated swimming areas.

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Why It Matters

Residents and visitors must identify approved waterskiing zones to avoid potential legal penalties for operating in restricted areas like swimming zones or no-wake channels.

Key Facts

  • Waterskiing is legally permitted in specific waterways within Sarasota County and the city of Sarasota.
  • Waterskiing is strictly prohibited in no-wake zones.
  • Waterskiing is strictly prohibited in slow-speed zones.
  • Waterskiing is strictly prohibited in federally marked channels.
  • Waterskiing is strictly prohibited in designated swimming areas.
  • The City of Sarasota maintains a list of approved waterskiing locations within its Code of Ordinances.

Who's Mentioned

locationSarasota Bay“Specific body of water where the city designates approved waterskiing zones.”organizationU.S. Coast Guard“Sets standards for personal flotation devices.”organizationSuncoast Searchlight“Publisher of the fact brief.”locationSarasota County“Jurisdiction for local waterskiing regulations.”organizationFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission“State agency providing water skiing regulations.”locationCity of Sarasota“Jurisdiction for local waterskiing regulations.”