1. A Coast Guard approved Personal
Flotation Device (PFD) in serviceable
condition is required to be in the boat
and accessible for each person in the
boat.
2. A speed of "SLOW NO WAKE" is in effect
all year long from 7:30 pm to 10:00 am
each day. "SLOW NO WAKE" is defined
as the slowest possible speed at which a
boat can operate while still maintaining
steerage.
3. Maintain a speed of "SLOW NO WAKE" at
all times when operating a motor boat
between the shoreline and the NO WAKE
buoys and within 100 feet of any craft
at anchor, adrift or not operating under
engine power.
4. No boat towing persons skiing, tubing
or the like may come within 100 feet of
swimmers, divers, rafts, other boats or
restricted areas.
5. All boats engaged in towing skiers,
tubers or persons in similar activities
must have a competent person, other
than the pilot, observing the towed
person(s).
6. NO SUNDAY operation of motor driven
boats, beginning the 2nd Sunday of June
and ending the 3rd Sunday of September.
Note: Only electric trolling motors
allowed.
7. There is a radar-enforced speed limit of
35 mph on the water.
8. A counter-clockwise course should be
maintained while water skiing, jet skiing,
etc., and during the times of high-volume
boat activity.
9. A Sheboygan County Recreation Pass
may be required. Contact the Planning
and Resources Department at
920-459-3060 for details.
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Elkhart Lake
Boating Regulations
A complete listing of Elkhart Lake and the State of Wisconsin
Boating Rules, Regulations, and Statutes is available at the
Village Office in Elkhart Lake located at
40 Pine Street, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
ElkhartLakeWI.gov
Inland Waters Fishing Guide, Ice Fishing & Pontoon Rental
N8102 County Road P, Elkhart Lake
(920) 331-7552 | InlandWatersFishing.com
Let Captain Mark take the guesswork out of fishing for you. From Bluegill fishing with
your children to targeting trophy Bass and Walleyes, Captain Mark can alter each fishing
trip to meet the needs and wants of each client and make everybody feel like a pro at the
end of the day. In the winter, Inland Waters offers ice fishing with heated shanties and
equipment. Inland Waters also offers a pontoon rental for leisure rides around the lake.
Jay's Guide Service
N8408 Lime Kiln Road, Elkhart Lake
(920) 912-4452 | JaysGuideService.com
Jay Brickner is a Wisconsin licensed guide and has been guiding year-round on area lakes
since 1996. He offers multiple species fishing and is able to accommodate large or small
groups. This is a great way to introduce fishing to children or even if you are learning
yourself. All equipment is supplied for you and he offers transportation to and from the
area resorts.
Tie 1 on Fly Fishing Guide Service
N7601 Royal & Ancient Dr., Elkhart Lake
(773) 308-6156 or (920) 876-3510 | Tie1onguideservice.com
Gordon Martin will take you on guided full and half day walk and
wade trips for trout and smallmouth bass. Beginners or seasoned
anglers are welcome to enjoy a day outside in the beautiful Kettle
Moraine area. Schedule a pickup at any of the resorts or summer
vacation rentals on the lake.
*A Wisconsin Fishing License is Required For All Fishing Guides*
