I want to take a rowboat out onto a local California lake. What boating laws/licenses should I be aware of?
This would be a tiny, simple, oar-powered wooden rowboat. I’d row it out into the middle of the lake just for fun. Do I need a license? Does my boat need registration? Are there certain laws or etiquette regarding my behavior which I should be aware of? Where do I start looking?
Additionally, what if I want to do this at night? Am I legally required to have lights or anything like that?
No license or registration is required in California for a rowboat that is not powered by an engine. A floatation device is needed. At night, a simple white light is what is required, preferably one with a 360 degree illumination.
The only etiquette I would recommend is to stay away from boats towing skiers. Any other conditions are the ones that concern your personal safety.
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