Glide across the water at top speed! This is the exhilaration of water skiing. It's almost like flying as there are moments when your skis are slightly airborne or barely skimming the surface.

Around you, wind and water splash as you fly by landmarks you know. It is also quiet and serene; you hear no sounds but the water spraying out from under your skis. It's fun for the whole family, is a great way to relieve stress, and it's a great way to exercise.

Learning to water ski takes practice, but more important, it takes the right equipment, skis and gear; check out local rentals shops and retailers before you skim into the undeniable pleasure of water skiing in Arizona.

Best Arizona Water-Skiing Lakes

Phoenix/Scottsdale Area — Lake Pleasant, Canyon Lake, Saguaro Lake and Apache Lake.

Northern Arizona Area — Lake Powell and Upper Lake Mary.

Colorado River and Lakes — Lake Havasu, Lake Mohave and Lake Mead. There are many areas on the Colorado River that are wide and deep including Parker and Yuma Arizona.

Southern Arizona — Lake Patagonia.

For more information, visit http://www.arizona-leisure.com/arizona-water-skiing.html

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