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Where to Boat

Find places to boat, including public and leased access and boat rentals. Help conserve our waterways with info about restricted areas, stream navigation laws, and other navigational and regional data.

Boat Registration

Boat Ownership

Where to Boat

Boater Education

Safety Requirements

Licenses, Certifications & Programs

Boating Laws

Conservation

Responsible Boating

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Protect the Lakes You Love

Invasive species like giant salvinia and zebra mussels can ruin fishing, boating and swimming for everyone. You can't always tell if a lake is infested with invasive species, and even a small piece left on your boat or gear can infest another lake.
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Keep Kids Water Safe

Texas law requires that children under 13 years of age in or on vessels under 26 feet must wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved wearable PFD while underway. Make sure your child's life jacket fits safely by following these easy steps.
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Explore State Parks by Boat

Almost anyone can canoe or kayak - more Americans paddle than play soccer. Many state parks rent canoes, kayaks and more. If you want to see nature in a new way, get your paddle wet!
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Get the free Outdoor Annual.

Visit outdoorannual.com or get the free app for everything you need to know before you go. The app shows location-based info on hunting seasons and nearby waterbodies, plus the ability to look up current and past license purchases.