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For up-to-date information on North Carolina licenses, regulations and other wildlife resources, please visit the agency’s website NCWildlife.org.
Law Enforcement Officers with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission enforce the boating laws and navigational rules in North Carolina's public waters to create a safe boating environment for everyone. Officers continually and proactively enforce laws and rules regarding authorized no-wake zones, as well as the reckless and negligent operation of any motorboat or vessel on these waters.
Please follow these recommendations to "wake responsibly":
Wake and Wake Boats
Noise Complaints: Local Sheriff’s Office or Police Department
Safety Concerns: WRC Law Enforcement Division (800-662-7137)
Erosion and Sediment Control: N.C. Division of Land Resources
N.C. Division of Soil & Water Conservation
Water Quality Concerns: N.C. Division of Water Resources
Boating Access Areas and No-Wake Zones Map
Rules of the Water