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Iowa Boating Handbook Table of Contents

What is a vessel? In this handbook, the term “vessel” means every type of watercraft, other than a seaplane, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water or ice.

What are the federal reservoirs in Iowa? Federal Reservoirs in Iowa include Saylorville, Red Rock, Rathbun, and Coralville Reservoirs.

It's the Law: Before Going Out

It's the Law: Required Equipment

It's the Law: On the Water

It's the Law: Specifically for PWCs

It's the Law: Specifically For Skiing

Boating Basics: Before Going Out

Boating Basics: On the Water

Boating Basics: Specifically for PWCs

Boating Basics: Specifically for Paddlesports

Additional Information

 

Stay up-to-date on new boating laws!

Be sure to stay abreast of new boating laws and requirements.

  • For state boating law information, contact the Iowa Department of Natural Resources at 515-281-5918.
  • For federal boating laws, visit the U.S. Coast Guard’s boating safety website at: www.uscgboating.org.

Information in this manual does not replace what is specifically legal for boating in Iowa, which is found in Iowa Code and federal law.
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