For Boaters

California is blessed with some of the most beautiful recreational boating resources in the world. Cal Boating plays an important role in stewarding this resource for millions of residents and visitors. Each year, boating continues to grow in popularity, providing new and greater challenges for the Department.

• Safety and Education
• When to Report an Accident?
• Boating Facility Locator
• Boating Trails Program
• Vessel Pumpout Locations
• Danger: Carbon Monoxide Kills
• Two-Stroke Engine Issues
• Yacht and Ship Broker Licensing
• For-Hire Licensing
• Aquatic Pest Control
• Approved Court-Required Boating Courses
• Disposing of an Unwanted Vessel