Tennessee Boat Registration Fee Calculator
In Tennessee, boat registration is handled by the TWRA (via GoOutdoorsTennessee or county clerk) and renews annually. The fee is based on boat length — from $15.86 for the smallest class up to $62.22 for the largest per year. Non-motorized craft like kayaks and canoes are generally exempt (check local rules for sailboats). Boats with motors — including trolling motors on otherwise unpowered craft — almost always require registration.
Your boat
- Registration fee (by length)$30.50
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
- Fees rose 22% on July 1, 2025 — the first increase since 2015. 1-year term shown; 3-year terms run $42.70–$173.24.
- Tennessee does not title boats. County clerk issuance fees are extra.
What determines boat registration cost in Tennessee?
- Boat length (fee tiers)
- Motorized vs. non-motorized
- New registration vs. renewal (title/transfer fees apply once)
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to register a kayak or canoe in Tennessee?
Generally no — unpowered craft are exempt in Tennessee. But the moment you mount any motor, including an electric trolling motor, registration is required.
How often do I renew a boat registration in Tennessee?
Annually.
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Sources: https://www.tn.gov/twra/boating.html — data last reviewed 2026-07-16.