Division of Boating and Waterways Local Assistance Statewide Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facility Grant Program

The Division of Boating and Waterways offers a Local Assistance Grant Program for the development of non-motorized boat launching facilities in California. Eligible applicants must own or control the project area and commit to operating and maintaining the facility for 20 years. The program aims to enhance public access to waterways, supporting local governments and agencies in improving marina infrastructure. Interested parties should contact the Division to discuss project suitability and application processes.

NOTE:  Applications for Non-Motorized Boat Launching Facilities are accepted continuously through the stated deadline.
The Department of Parks and Recreation, Division of Boating and Waterways’ mission is to provide safe and convenient public access to California’s waterways. The Division fulfills this mission in part through its Local Assistance Loan and Grant Programs. The Local Assistance Loan and Grant Programs assist cities, counties, districts, other governmental agencies, marinas, and port districts, in the development and improvement of marinas and boat launching facilities.
The first step in the grant application process is to contact the Division of Boating and Waterways. This should be done as soon as the need for the improvements is determined. If possible a Department representative may make a reconnaissance survey of the proposed project area to determine the suitability of the project under the Loan and Grant program, the need for improvements, the project scope and anticipated usage of the proposed project, the scope of Department participation, and the willingness and ability of the applicant to meet the program requirements.

Eligibility

The applicant must own or control the project area land and water, and operate and maintain the facility for 20 years for a Grant.