About how deep should water be for safe water skiing?

At least 5 to 6 feet.

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  1. Exactly 20 feet
  2. At least 5 to 6 feet ✔
  3. About 1 foot

Why: Skiing needs water at least 1.5 to 1.8 metres deep so skis clear the bottom.

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Answer: At least 5 to 6 feet. Skiing needs water at least 1.5 to 1.8 metres deep so skis clear the bottom.

  1. Water skiing en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_skiing
    the water should be at least 5 to 6 feet (1.5 to 1.8 m) deep
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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