Resources for boaters
Starting January 1, 2023, vehicle registrations allow the removal of your address. New registrations have your address located on the bottom. There's a dotted line showing where to cut it. This is optional and intended to provide address privacy in case of theft.
Registration and fees
- Calculate your boat registration fees
Find out how much it will cost to renew your boat decals. - Fuel tax refunds for marine use
How to get a fuel tax refund for non-dyed fuel used in marine vessels.
Getting ready
- Mandatory boater education (Washington State Parks)
Find out how to get the Washington State Boater Education card required by state law. - Buy a Discover Pass (discoverpass.wa.gov)
Get an annual or 1-day pass to enjoy state parks, water-access points, and trails. - Get a fishing license (Department of Fish and Wildlife)
Use the WILD System to buy your license online. - boat.wa.gov (Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office)
The 1-stop portal for boating education, weather and tides, fishing licenses, and more. - Boater safety (Washington State Parks)
Get boating safety tips and learn about requirements for life jackets or vests.
Launch, moorage, and pumpout locations
- Watercraft launch information and locations (Washington State Parks)
Find out where you can launch your boat at more than 40 state parks across Washington. - Moorage locations (Washington State Parks)
Learn about moorage locations and fees in Washington State Parks. - Pumpout locations (Washington State Parks)
Find out where you can properly dispose of boat sewage.
Environment
- Aquatic invasive species (Department of Fish and Wildlife)
Learn how you can prevent the spread of aquatic nuisance species. - Clean, green boating (Department of Ecology)
You can help keep our waters clean by making sure fuel goes only in your tank, not in the water. - No Discharge Zone (Department of Ecology)
Puget Sound officially designated No Discharge Zone. This will protect shellfish, public health, and water quality.
