36 CFR Part 3
19 sections.
- § 3.1What is the applicability and scope of this part?
- § 3.2Do other boating laws and regulations apply to me when I operate my boat on park waters?
- § 3.3Am I required to obtain a permit to operate a vessel in a park area?
- § 3.4For what purposes may my vessel be inspected?
- § 3.5Do I have to report an accident involving a vessel to the National Park Service?
- § 3.6What are the requirements to operate a power driven vessel?
- § 3.7What are the NPS Personal Floatation Device (PFD) requirements?
- § 3.8What vessel operations are prohibited?
- § 3.9May I operate my personal watercraft (PWC) in park waters?
- § 3.10What are the regulations regarding operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?
- § 3.11When is testing for alcohol or drugs required?
- § 3.12May I use a vessel to tow a person for water skiing or other similar activities?
- § 3.13What conditions apply to the use of Marine Sanitation Devices (MSD)?
- § 3.14Am I required to remove a sunken, grounded, or disabled vessel?
- § 3.15What is the maximum noise level for the operation of a vessel?
- § 3.16May I swim or wade in park waters?
- § 3.17What regulations apply to swimming areas and beaches?
- § 3.18May I snorkel or underwater dive in park waters?
- § 3.19May I operate a submersible within park waters?
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.