Boating

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From lakes to rivers, Missouri has a wide variety of places fit your boating needs.

Boating Locations

Water Recreation

Permits & Licensing

Learn what is required for operating your boat, vessel or outboard motor on Missouri waterways.

Safety

Learn how to keep safe and have fun while enjoying Missouri water.

Related Agencies

Contact Water Patrol

The Missouri State Water Patrol Division ensures boating and water safety through enforcement of Missouri’s watercraft laws and boating regulations. Patrolmen also conduct criminal and drug investigations, recovery dive operations and conduct boating safety education classes.

Department of Revenue

The mission of the Department of Revenue is to facilitate the proper functioning of state and local government by accurately and efficiently collecting and distributing state and local revenues, and to support public safety by effectively administering the laws related to motor vehicle sale and registration, and driver licensing.

State Parks

The mission of the state park system is to preserve and interpret the state's most outstanding natural landscapes and cultural landmarks, and to provide outstanding recreational opportunities compatible with those resources.

Department of Conservation

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) issues hunting and fishing licenses and manages Missouri's wildlife so that future generations have the opportunity to hunt and fish as we do today. Their website also provides education on hunting and fishing.

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