North Dakota Boat Repair & Marine Services | Find Boat Services

Find vetted boat repair, motor service, and marine specialists across North Dakota — serving Lake Sakakawea and the Red River

Boat Expertise from New Town to Grand Forks

Commercial Salmon fishing in Alaska and serving in the US Navy has tought me the importance of proper boat maintenance and the environment in North Dakota can be unforgiving. Whether you are navigating the massive inland of Lake Sakakawea, chasing trophy walleye on Devils Lake, or exploring the Missouri River sandbars, you need equipment that won’t quit.

I’ve built this community to connect North Dakota boaters with boat service experts. The season is short and the winters are brutal so every weekend counts. My goal is to keep you on the water catching your limit of walleye or cruising on the pontoon with your family.

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Woodland Marine

Woodland Marine Showroom at City Plaza

Waypoint One, LLC

Vallely Sport & Marine Bismarck

Vallely Sport & Marine Minot

Up North Recreation

North Dakota Boat Service Experts

River City Sports Fiberglass & Aluminum Boat Repair

Mild 2 Wild Motorsports

Tracker Boating Center Fargo

Up North Recreation

Gibbons Fiberglass & Aluminum Boat Repair

Bayside Marine & Repair LLC

Blake’s Marine

McLaughlin RV and Marine

North Country Marine & Motorsports

NoDak Marine





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North Dakota Regional Boating Hubs

The Missouri River System (Bismarck/Mandan)

The central hub for Sakakawea and river boaters, focusing on deep-water rigs and tournament setups.

Devils Lake Basin

Specialized service for one of the country’s top walleye fisheries, focusing on electronics and timber-beaten prop replacements.

Red River Valley (Fargo/Grand Forks)

Serving river boaters and those heading east to the lakes area with a focus on seasonal maintenance.

Western Badlands & Reservoirs (Williston/Dickinson)

Dedicated service for Lake Sakakawea’s western reaches and recreational reservoirs like Lake Tschida.

Explore North Dakota Waterways:

North Dakota Boating FAQ


2026 marks the start of a new three-year cycle. Fees are based on length: Under 16ft/Canoes ($30), 16ft to <20ft ($45), and 20ft+ ($60).


All motorized watercraft registered in ND must pay a $15 Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) fee that runs concurrent with the 3-year registration. Out-of-state boats must purchase a $15 annual ANS sticker.


Youth ages 12 through 15 must pass an approved course to operate a motorboat over 10 HP alone. Those under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18+).


You must Clean, Drain, and Dry. All drain plugs must be removed and draining devices kept open during any out-of-water transport. It is illegal to have any vegetation or ANS on your equipment when leaving a ramp.


Your 2025 North Dakota annual fishing license is valid through March 31, 2026. The new 2026 licenses begin April 1st.

Official North Dakota Resources

North Dakota Boating Laws

.The official manual for ND waters.

North Dakota Boat Registration & Renewal

Use the online portal for the 2026–2028 cycle

North Dakota Invasive Species (AIS) Regulations

Essential rules to avoid heavy fines and protect local fisheries.

North Dakota Fishing Licenses

Purchase your 2026 annual or short-term licenses.

 SERVICE ALERT: Devils Lake and Lake Sakakawea shops have limited marine service capacity — North Dakota has fewer mechanics than neighboring states. If your boat needs motor work, winterization, or hull repairs before the Devils Lake walleye season, book early. North Dakota's short open water season means shops fill fast once the ice goes out.

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