Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation

Welcome to Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation!

DOBOR aims to preserve Hawai`i’s natural and cultural resources while ensuring public access to State waters and enhancing the ocean experience.  

DOBOR Facilities by Island

Thrill craft operator and Tow-In Surfing certification classes returning to Hilo in February, 2019

Letter to Honokohau Tenants

Limited Corrosion / Electrical / Shore Power Inspection Report, Honokohau SBH -May/June 2017
Letter to Honokohau Tenants

Re-register my Boat via eHawaii – vessel transfers and new registrations must be done in person. 

Maunalua Bay Recreation Advisory Committee (M-RAC)

Kewalo Park Surfing Contest Schedule and permits issued for marine events

Application for Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor Request for Proposal Notification Mailing List

Severe weather can hit Hawaii any time.  Are you prepared? 

• USCG SECTOR HONOLULU – Maritime Heavy Weather and Hurricane Plan
• DOBOR’S Hurricane  Harbor  Closure Procedure:
  http://files.hawaii.gov/dlnr/dobor/contacts/Plan-HURRICANE.pdf
• MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HURRICANES CAN BE FOUND AT:
  http://seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/sites/default/files/publications/web-final_hurricaneboatersmanual_7-01-13.pdf

NOTICES …. to Boaters and Ocean Users

• Reef Marker Announcement-Kaneohe Bay, Oahu.
• Change Aquarium collecting vessel registration and marking requirements (01/02/14)
• DOBOR Admin Office Relocation May Affect Your Boat Insurance (04/08/16)
• E-10: What You Need to Know About Ethanol Gasoline
• Mandatory Boating Education in Hawaii Now in Effect
• Paddle Sports Safety Course (FREE)
• Vessel Insurance Requirement Increased as of January 2014 (07/03/13)
• Where Can I Fish?

NOTICES …. to Commercial Operators

Commercial Use Permit for State Ocean Waters (01/23/15)

ANNOUNCEMENTS