Across Iowa, of the 57 boat dealers we list, 57 give a phone number, 21 publish opening hours and 42 have a website. No national chains here — every dealer on this page is independent.
Cities
Largest first. Towns with a single dealer are listed further down this page.
- Dubuque4
- Clear Lake3
- Spirit Lake3
- Algona2
- Bellevue2
- Cedar Rapids2
- Davenport2
- Delhi2
- Guttenberg2
- Lake View2
Iowa, by feature
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Other towns in Iowa
One dealer each — too few for a page of their own, so they live here.
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Tigershark Mini PontoonsAdel
411 S 14th St, Adel, IA 50003-1915
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Tracker Boats Altoona/Power ProsAltoona
1000 Bass Pro Dr, Altoona, IA 50009
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Southern Mud MidwestBlue Grass
420 W Lauretta St, Blue Grass, IA 52726-9752
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Custom Jet OutboardsBrandon
1615 305th St, Brandon, IA 52210-9797
Daily 11am-5pm
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Reign MarineCalmar
204 E Main St, Calmar, IA 52132-7745
Mon-Fri 7am-5pm
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D&k Marine RepairCamanche
2403 7th Ave, Camanche, IA 52730-1903
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-12pm, Sun Closed
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Toy Flip LLCCascade
21884 Fillmore Rd, Cascade, IA 52033-9608
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Midwest Boats Sales and RepairCedar Falls
6818 Streeter Rd, Cedar Falls, IA 50613-9732
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat-Sun Closed
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Tiki Marine Inc.Centerville
1212 N 18th St, Centerville, IA 52544-1122
Mon-Thu 8-5:30, Fri 8-6, Sat 8-5
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Up A Creek, LLCCentral City
340 E Main St, Central City, IA 52214
Thu-Sat 12-6pm, Sun by appt
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Dinghy Guy Boat SalesClive
16575 Iltis Dr, Clive, IA 50325
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Upper Iowa Marine Inc.Decorah
1651 State Highway 9, Decorah, IA 52101-7569
Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm, Sat 8am-1pm
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Northland Auto & Marine of Emmetsburg Inc.Emmetsburg
1412 Main St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536
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Dave's MarineFort Madison
5728 Avenue O, Fort Madison, IA 52627-9403
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-12pm, Sun Closed
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Brightwell's BoathouseGrimes
2300 SE 37th St, Grimes, IA 50111-4936
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43 North OutdoorsHartley
3141 Van Buren Ave, Hartley, IA 51346-7436
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Two Rivers MarineHinton
1108 Starview Dr, Hinton, IA 51024
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Iowa Falls MarineIowa Falls
324 S Oak St, Iowa Falls, IA 50126-9542
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Heartland BoatsJohnston
6516 NW Beaver Dr, Johnston, IA 50131
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SLP MarineLake Park
503 S Market St, Lake Park, IA 51347-7704
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Grace MarineLe Claire
905 Eagle Ridge Rd, Le Claire, IA 52753-9535
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
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Pro MarineMediapolis
213 Wapello St S, Mediapolis, IA 52637-9422
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Malone MotorsportsMonroe
1005 S Monroe St, Monroe, IA 50170
Mon 8:30am-5pm, Tue 8:30am-5pm, Wed 8:30am-5pm, Thu 8:30am-5pm, Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-12pm
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Mills MarineMuscatine
2875 Highway 61, Muscatine, IA 52761
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm, Sun Closed
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Chase Family Boat SalesNorth Liberty
2988 Mid River Marina Rd NE, North Liberty, IA 52317
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Sunset Upholstery IIOdebolt
400 S Walnut St, Odebolt, IA 51458-1028
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SW MarinePalo
110 Freese Ct, Palo, IA 52324
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Panorama MarinePanora
5387 Chimra Rd, Panora, IA 50216-8738
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Midwest Sports PowerPercival
2503 210th Ave, Percival, IA 51648
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Hicklin's Waters Edge MarinePolk City
1413 NW Polk City Dr, Polk City, IA 50226-5700
Tue-Fri 9-5:30, Sat 8-2, Mon/Sun Closed
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SeaSenseUrbandale
4488 112th St, Urbandale, IA 50322-2085
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Chain Of Lakes Marine IncWaterloo
2909 Airport Blvd, Waterloo, IA 50703-9627
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Al's Loebig MarineWesley
2250 Ames Ave, Wesley, IA 50483
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Good to know about boat dealers in Iowa
How to register a boat?
Boat registration is handled by state natural resources or motor vehicle departments upon submitting proof of ownership, a bill of sale, and required registration fees. After processing, you will receive official registration numbers and validation decals to display on your hull. Marine agencies across Iowa are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 57 local resources to guide your purchase.
How to get a boating license?
Obtaining a boating license generally requires completing an approved safe boating course online or in person, followed by passing a knowledge exam. Upon passing, state authorities issue a boater safety education card valid for life. Explore 57 marine services in Iowa on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.
Is boat insurance required?
While state law in Iowa may not mandate boat insurance for all vessels, lenders requiring financing and most marinas demand active liability coverage. Carrying comprehensive marine insurance protects against liability, collision, theft, and environmental damage. Find 57 marine dealers and service providers in Iowa on BoatDealerAtlas that work with top insurance networks.
How much is boat registration?
Boat registration fees vary widely across Iowa based on hull length, vessel type, and propulsion system. Standard fees are renewed annually or biennially through state registration offices. Use BoatDealerAtlas to browse 57 dealer services in Iowa for registration transfer assistance.
Can you drive a boat without a license?
In many jurisdictions across Iowa, operating a motorized vessel without a boater safety card is illegal for operators born after specific mandatory dates. Exemptions sometimes apply to temporary renters under direct operator supervision or low-horsepower engines. Check official Iowa boating regulations and consult 57 marine listings on BoatDealerAtlas for compliant rentals.