For more information on the boating laws in the state of Idaho visit: www.idahoparks.org

Mandatory Education and Age Requirements:

The Idaho Department of Parks & Recreation recommends taking a boating safety class such as those offered by the Coast Guard Auxiliary or US Power Squadrons. Additionally, internet courses, such as the BoatU.S. Online Boating Safety Course, are also a good way to learn how to make boating safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Although Idaho has no mandatory state-wide education requirement, certain counties such as Benewah, Bonner and Kootenai, have age restrictions for minimum operator age. Please check with the counties and cities in which you plan to boat and familiarize yourself with local requirements.

• Special situations:
• Businesses that rent PWCs must provide education to all operators and passengers prior to rental. Proof of this education must be carried by the operator during use.
• Persons convicted of operating under the influence and those who are repeat boating law offenders will be required to take a court-ordered boating safety class.

We provide this information as a service and strive to keep this website up to date. Please let us know of any inconsistencies by bringing them to our attention at once at onlinecourse@boatus.com. Resources for these pages include state statutes, state web pages and state approved boating guides. BoatU.S. is not responsible for any misinterpretation of the law or any change in the law that is not adequately reflected in these pages. Damages as a result of failing to abide by stated law shall not be the responsibility of BoatU.S., BoatU.S. Foundation or its employees.