Tennessee Boating Laws & Regulations

 

Age and Operator Restrictions

To operate a motorized vessel of more than 8.5 hp:

  • Those less than 12 years old must have a supervisor on board who is at least 18 years old and able to take immediate control of the vessel. The supervisor, if born after January 1, 1989, also must have a Tennessee Boater Education Certificate issued by the TWRA.
  • Those 12 years old or older operating alone must have a Tennessee Boater Education Certificate issued by the TWRA.
  • Those under 16 years of age may not rent a PWC.
 

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