Chapter 4: The Legal Requirements of Boating
Who May Operate a Vessel
Those 12 years of age and younger: May not legally
operate any motorized vessel over 10 horsepower (including personal
watercraft) unless accompanied by someone who is at least 18 years
old.
Those
13 to 14 years of age: May legally operate a motorized
vessel over 10 horsepower (including personal watercraft) only
if they:
- Possess a valid Montana motorboat operator’s safety certificate
or have evidence of completing an approved boating safety course, or
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- Are accompanied on board by a person 18 years old or older.
A person must be at least 18 years old to rent a motorized vessel
over 10 horsepower (including personal watercraft).
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