Ohio Boat Registration Fee Calculator
In Ohio, boat registration is handled by the Ohio DNR Division of Parks & Watercraft and renews every 3 years. The fee is based on boat length — from $33 for the smallest class up to $93 for the largest per cycle. Unpowered craft such as kayaks, canoes, and sailboats must also register. Boats with motors — including trolling motors on otherwise unpowered craft — almost always require registration.
Your boat
- Registration fee (by length)$48 per 3-year cycle$48.00
- Title fee$15.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-16. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- Hand-powered canoes/kayaks register for about $20 per 3 years ($25 for the unnumbered alternative registration); sail-only vessels add $5.
- Boats 14 ft+ or 10+ hp must be titled. HB 96 leaves watercraft fees unchanged through at least 2027.
What determines boat registration cost in Ohio?
- Boat length (fee tiers)
- Motorized vs. non-motorized
- 3-year registration cycle
- New registration vs. renewal (title/transfer fees apply once)
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to register a kayak or canoe in Ohio?
Yes — Ohio requires registration of unpowered craft as well. Adding any motor, including an electric trolling motor, always triggers the requirement.
How often do I renew a boat registration in Ohio?
Every 3 years — the fee shown covers the full 3-year period.
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Sources: https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-1547.54 — data last reviewed 2026-07-16.