Every boat owner should have thorough knowledge of boat operation. Coast Guard Auxiliary classes are recommended.

State and Federal laws as well as City of Lake Elsinore ordinances are strictly enforced.

All vessels must have a valid lake use permit, C.F, numbers, and current registration.

All lake use permits are non-transferable, and any alteration or trade of a lake use permit will void the permit.

All vessels are subject to inspection at any time.

Maximum boat length allowed will be 30 feet, unless approval has been obtained from the City for boats longer than 30 feet for specified usage.

Launching and retrieval of all vessels must remain in designated areas.

Vessels are prohibited in the inlet channel unless authorized by the City of Lake Elsinore. (Concession Water Ski School Area)

Refueling your vessel must be done either out of the water or at a dock.

Glass containers are prohibited.

Vehicles are not permitted to drive on the lake sloped bank or levee. (Approved vehicles must obey the posted speed signs and operate in accordance with vehicle codes.)

Fires or barbecues are strictly prohibited except in designated areas.

No littering. Trash receptacles or trash bags must be used. Secure trash in your boat before proceeding.

All boats/vessels must have one Type 1, 11 or III (wearable) personal flotation device for each person on board and one readily accessible Type IV (throwable) in each boat.

All power vessels must carry a fully charged Type B-I or equivalent fire extinguisher that is readily accessible.

All motorboats or motor vessels except open boats, using gasoline as fuel, shall have at least two ventilator ducts fitted with cowls or their equivalent. All boats must be properly muffled at all times to meet State and local noise requirements. No unmuffled or "dry stack" exhaust systems. (NOTE: Noise levels may not exceed 86 decibels as measured at a distance of 50 feet.) All children six (6) years old or younger must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times. The vessel on the right or the vessel you overtake has the right-of-way.

A sailing vessel has the right-of-way over all power craft in all situations. Absolutely no bow, gunwale or transom riding. All passengers must sit securely in the boat. Operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited. Violators will be punished to the full extent of the law. Boating accidents must be reported immediately to the Lake Elsinore Police Department. Dial 911 for all emergency situations. All boats shall maintain a counter-clockwise direction beyond the five mile per hour zone (except boats under sail). Maximum speed on the lake is 35 miles per hour, except when operating within the designated high speed area.

All power vessels may only be launched from designated launch ramps. Non-power vessels not requiring a trailer may be carried and launched at designated recreational or public access points after obtaining a lake use permit.

Mooring to navigational markers is prohibited and illegal. Overnight mooring is prohibited except at marinas or for private property owners with proper (valid) permits.

Boating operating hours are restricted between sunrise to sunset, except for pemiitted activities. (Pemiits must be approved and obtained from the City of Lake Elsinore.)