Jet Skiing

Jet Skis can be launched from most ocean beaches, although you must ride beyond surf lines, and some beaches have special regulations governing their use.

California Watersports. Waveless Carlsbad Lagoon, east of the intersection of Tamarack Avenue and I–5, is easy to reach from this water recreation center, which has a private beach and landing ramp. You can rent ski boats, WaveRunners, Jet Skis, pontoon boats, kayaks, aqua cycles, and stand-up paddleboards. 4215 Harrison St., Carlsbad, California, 92008. 760/434–3089; www.carlsbadlagoon.com. From $20.

Seaforth Boat Rentals. You can rent Yamaha WaveRunners and explore San Diego Bay or Mission Bay from Seaforth Boat Rentals' four different San Diego locations. On most Fridays and weekends you can join a two-hour WaveRunner tour of La Jolla's coast, departing from the Mission Bay location (April–September only). 1715 Strand Way, Coronado, California, 92118. 888/834–2628; www.seaforthboatrental.com. From $85.