Towing a Person With a Vessel

Boat and PWC operators towing a person(s) on water skis, a surfboard, or a similar device must do so safely and responsibly.

• It is illegal to tow persons on water skis, surfboards, or any device of this type between:
  • One hour after sunset and one hour before sunrise if towed behind a boat
  • One hour before sunset and 8:00 a.m. if towed behind a PWC
• Persons being towed must stay at least 100 feet away from:
  • A shoreline (if operating in water less than three feet deep)
  • Any moored or anchored vessel
  • A dock or raft
  • Any marked swimming area or person(s) in the water