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Resources for Boaters and Marinas:
 Public Boat Ramps
 State Park Pass
Unlimited Ramp Use at State Parks)
 Canoeing, Kayaking,
and Statewide Water Trails
 Natural Resources Police
 Regulatory Process
 Boating Safety
 Clean Marina Program
 Clean Boater Materials
 Pumpouts in Maryland
 Boat Registration
 Vessel Requirements
 Somers Cove Marina
 Maryland Weather
 Waterway Improvement Fund
and Boating Infrastructure Grants
911 for the Bay
Boating in Maryland What's New...

  • The Annapolis Service Center has moved to 1804 West Street, Suite 300, Annapolis, at the corner of West Street and Admiral Drive. Click for directions.

    To learn more about registering a vessel in Maryland, access a copy of a registration or renewal form or identify a DNR Service Center, please visit http://www.dnr.state.md.us/boating/registration/
     

  • Maryland Basic Boating Course
    There are three methods in which to obtain a Maryland Basic Boating Safety Certificate. Find out more about how easy it is to become an educated and safe boater.

  • Requested Regulations for 2008
    Petitions for requested Regulations for 2008 boating season are now being reviewed. Please call (410) 260-8321 or (410) 260-8417 if you have any questions.

  • Mooring Buoys
    It is not always convenient for a boat owner to secure their boat at a dock and anchors may sometimes lose hold at an inconvenient time. Find out more about mooring buoys and their requirements.

  • Hunting or Fishing Licenses
    NEW!!! Order Your Hunting or Fishing License by Phone or on-line! You may now purchase a hunting or fishing license by making a phone call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call toll-free: 1-800-918-2870.

  • Boating Access Guide
    Select a county to view the public boat launch facilities within that county.

  • State Park Pass
    Includes unlimited ramp use at State Parks.

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