Boating Regulation & Safety

·  No-wake zone (< 6 mph) within 150 feet (equivalent to half a football field) of the shoreline.

·  Motorized boats may not operate to within 75 feet of floats or markers that designate swimming areas.

·  Limit boat to headway/no-wake speed (<6 mph) when within 150 feet of a swimmer, the shoreline, a water-skier, a boat launch, a raft or float or a moored or docked boat.

·  Maximum speed limit 45 mph for all watercraft including jet skis.

·  No wake-jumping is advised as rapid unexpected turns increase risks of accidents. 

·  Furnish your boat per all MA state safety requirements.

·  All kayakers/canoeists must wear a PFD (life preserver) from September 15 to May 15.

·  Be courteous to fishermen, non-motorized boaters, & swimmers.

·  If towing a skier/tuber, the designated spotter -- not the driver -- must keep eyes on skier/tuber at all times.

·  All watercraft launched at the public boat launch must be inspected first. Beware of Zebra Mussels.

·  For more information on Boating Safety visit Mass.gov website.

All Regulations Strictly Enforced by the Massachusetts Environmental Police.

To report violations: Call (800) 632-8075.