Idaho boater education
Idaho does not require a card, but some counties might.
There is no statewide law specifying a minimum age to operate a vessel in Idaho.
However, all operators are held responsible for knowing the Idaho navigation rules. Some Idaho counties enact local age regulations (Benewah, Bonner, Kootenai.) Contact the counties and cities where you plan to boat. Check link below.
Many insurance agencies offer a boat insurance discount for boaters who have taken a boating safety course.
Idaho boating license updates.
Idaho does not currently require a boating license.
To get the most recent information on Idaho’s Boating Laws and Boating education courses, visit this Idaho state department website.
Return to the main Boater Education Requirements by State page.
