Boating Resources

Guides, articles, and tips to make life on the water even easier.

Boating Safety & Laws

Know Your State's Boating Laws

Know your rights. See the complete boat law administrator list.

Boating Safety Course

The Boat US Foundation offers the only online boating safety course developed specifically for your state. They also offer a wide range of advanced courses that will help you gain the knowledge to make you confident in any boating situation you encounter.

Know Your Boundaries

Use these step-by-step instructions to learn how to operate your boat. Includes engine and throttle operations, as well as tips on coming to a full stop, being careful with other boaters, and safety for additional passengers.

Wake Surfing Done Right

​In an effort to foster a peaceful environment on all waterways, Wake Responsibly is a campaign that educates homeowners and boaters about courteous behavior to ensure every moment on the lake is safe and enjoyable for all.

TAKE THE SOBER SKIPPER PLEDGE

Choose to be or to designate a sober skipper before leaving the dock and "Take the Pledge". Do it for your family, your friends, your passengers and everyone else on board your boat and on the water.

Boating 101

Boat Checklist

Before you take your boat out, make sure you have the following safety accessories and gear on board:
  • Personal Flotation Device
  • VHF Radio
  • First Aid Kit
  • Throwable Cushion or Ring
  • U.S. Coast Guard Kit
  • Convenient Boating Starter Kit

Get Your Gear

Don't forget the fun accessories as well! Find everything you need and more at ShopYamaha.com.

Boating Adventures Ahead

Enhance your boating knowledge and skills with these additional resources for a stress-free boating experience.

Y.E.S. Warranty information

Add Yamaha Extended Service - Y.E.S. - to your Yamaha and get a solid protection plan designed and administered by Yamaha just for Yamaha owners like you. It's coverage that can help you avoid the inconvenience of uncovered repairs.

Manuals & Guides

Limited Warranty

There's a lot that goes into owning a boat, but it should also be a rewarding experience. There's a lot you can do to make sure your time on a Yamaha boat is fun and that you're practicing safe habits.

Owner’s Manual

Before stepping on your boat, make sure you read the owner's manual for information on operation and safety.

Buy Your Service Manual

Servicing your own boat? Service manuals are now for purchase as a hardcopy or an eBook.

Maintenance Matters

Performance at its Best

Yamaha wants you to have an outstanding ownership experience. Maintenance plays a big part in that. Find everything you need on why Maintenance Matters.

Explore These Destinations

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01

Lake Travis, Texas

South

Lake Travis in central Texas is a premier recreational area located 12 miles northwest of Austin. Known as the “Crown Jewel” of the Highland Lakes, Lake Travis is one of the most visited recreational vacation destinations in Texas. It's is a BIG lake. There is no central/single point of access. The lake is 63.75 miles long, and 4.5 miles wide with more than 271 miles of shoreline.

02

Torch Lake, Michigan

Midwest

Torch Lake located in northwest lower Michigan is s often compared to the Caribbean, thanks to its incredibly clear, blue-green waters. The name of the lake is not due to its shape, instead, is derived from translation from the Ojibwa name Was-wa-gon-ong meaning "Place of the Torches," referring to the practice of the local Native American population who once used torches at night to attract fish for harvesting with spears and nets.

03

Moosehead Lake, Maine

Northeast

Moosehead Lake is the largest lake in Maine, centrally located in the Maine Highlands region of West Central Maine. It is the largest mountain lake in the Eastern United States, with over 80 islands scattered throughout its almost 75,000 acres of natural freshwater.

04

Lake Powell, Utah

West

Lake Powell is part of the Colorado River in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. With nearly 2,000 miles of shoreline, endless sunshine, warm water, perfect weather, and some of the most spectacular scenery in the west, it’s the ultimate boating playground.

05

Bimini, Bahamas

International

Jutting up from the turquoise waters just 50 miles east of Miami, Bimini has always been a popular destination for boaters. No matter where you stay, the amount of activities the islands offer both on and off shore are endless.