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APRIL 5, 2026
Between San José and Villa Dolores, at the foothills of the Córdoba Sierras, lies Ahumada Waterski Club—an artificial lake purpose-built for waterskiing, with internationally certified infrastructure.
Surrounded by nature, with easy access and just 10 minutes from downtown Villa Dolores, this site was chosen to host the world’s best junior athletes.
From April 1 to April 5, 2026, Córdoba will host the Under-17 Waterski World Championships.
More than 110 junior athletes from 18 countries will compete in slalom, tricks, and jump at the Ahumada Waterski Club, located between San José and Villa Dolores. It’s the first time this event is held in Argentina, marking a historic moment for the sport in South America.
But it’s not all about skiing…
Shows, exhibitions, food trucks, the official mascot Conco, and many surprises await throughout the week. Sport, adrenaline, and a family-friendly experience.
Villa Dolores has a warm, mostly dry climate, with 300+ sunny days per year. In March, daytime temperatures are warm (~28°C / ~82°F) and nights are mild (~18°C / ~64°F).
There are multiple ways to reach Lago Ahumada in San José, Villa Dolores (Córdoba).
Whether by car, bus, plane, or taxi/remis, there are options from many parts of the country.
Excellent access via
national and
provincial highways.
Regular services
from major cities
to Villa Dolores.
Fly to Córdoba (COR) or
San Luis (LUQ) and
connect by ground transport
to Villa Dolores.
Private transfers available
from Villa Dolores,
Córdoba, or San Luis.
There will be a parking area a few meters from the lake. Parking can be purchased online through Entradas Edén or paid for on-site during the event.
We are a club born from the dream of a group of waterski enthusiasts—among them the Ahumada cousins and families from Villa Dolores—committed to growing this sport in a unique natural setting.
Thanks to the generous land donation from the Cardinali family, we were able to start building that dream. This is how Lago Ahumada was created: an open space for anyone who wants to learn, train, or enjoy competitions at the national, South American, and international levels.
Today, Lago Ahumada welcomes skiers from around the world who are looking for a place to improve, train with top-level equipment, and prepare to compete at the highest standard.
More than a club, we are a community that believes in the power of shared dreams—and in opening our doors to everyone who loves this sport as much as we do.
- Purpose-built artificial lake for waterskiing.
- Dimensions: 720 meters long × 80 meters wide.
- Average depth: 1.80 meters.
- Slalom course homologated at national and international level.
- Official jump ramp with international homologation.
- Control tower equipped with cameras and monitors for judges’ review.
- Artificial lighting for evening training and night competitions.
- Favorable climate: more than 10 months a year with temperatures suitable for skiing. In summer, highs can reach 35 °C (95 °F) and lows are around 18 °C (64 °F). In winter, highs average 18 °C (64 °F) and lows can drop to 2 °C (36 °F).
Years ago, we were a group of passionate water-skiers from Villa Dolores. Crossing the sierras, we trained at Lake La Viña—families, friends, and athletes united by the same desire: to grow in the sport we loved.
As time went by, our children also began to dream of gliding over the water, competing, and pushing themselves to improve. With their dreams came new needs: better conditions and a dedicated space designed specifically for training and development.
This is how the challenge of building our own lake began. Thanks to the generous donation of land from the Cardinali family, that dream started to take shape. More than ten years of work, learning, and perseverance made Lake Ahumada possible: a purpose-built body of water that meets the highest national and international standards, built with dedication and in full compliance with all regulations.
Today, Lake Ahumada is much more than a training site. It is an open space for anyone who wants to learn, train, grow, and enjoy. A place where children, youth, and adults can begin their journey in water skiing or witness national, South American, and international competitions.
What began as a dream has grown into a living community—where the spirit of the sport continues to thrive in every wave, every jump, and every smile on the water.
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how to get here, or where to stay?
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