Which Boats Require Registration?

Requirements for boat registration vary from state to state. In Oregon, you must title and register your boat if it has any type of motor—electric, gas, or diesel—no matter the length of the boat. Exceptions include:

• Non-motorized boats
• Sailboats less than 12 feet in length
• Boats registered in other states using Oregon waters for 60 days or less
• Vessels documented by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) whose principal use is in another state