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Boat Dealers in North Dakota

19 dealers in 11 cities and towns across North Dakota. Pick a city for the full list with phone numbers and a map, or scroll down for the smaller towns.

North Dakota has about 796,568 residents, so that's 2.4 boat dealers per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

19dealers
11cities & towns
100%list a phone
15with a website

Across North Dakota, of the 19 boat dealers we list, 19 give a phone number, 7 publish opening hours and 15 have a website. No national chains here — every dealer on this page is independent.

The Best Boat Dealers in North Dakota — our 2026 data-driven ranking

Cities

Largest first. Towns with a single dealer are listed further down this page.

North Dakota, by feature

Other towns in North Dakota

One dealer each — too few for a page of their own, so they live here.

  1. Johnson Sport CenterBottineau

    302 11th St E, Bottineau, ND 58318-2033

  2. Woodland MarineDevils Lake

    1012 Woodland Dr, Devils Lake, ND 58301-9216

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptFinancingStorage
  3. Lavache market store LLCDickinson

    1681 3rd Ave W, Dickinson, ND 58601-3025

  4. North Country Marine and MotorsportsGarrison

    4034 Highway 37 Byp, Garrison, ND 58540-9447

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm

    New boatsUsed boats
  5. Grabinger's MarineJamestown

    8227 33rd St SE, Jamestown, ND 58401-9242

  6. Tufte Marine SalesNorthwood

    204 Highway 15 W, Northwood, ND 58267-4408

  7. NoDak MarineUnderwood

    74 Old Highway 83, Underwood, ND 58576

  8. J&k MarineWest Fargo

    2248 Main Ave E, West Fargo, ND 58078-2218

    New boatsUsed boatsService deptFinancingStorage

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Good to know about boat dealers in North Dakota

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 North Dakota are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 19 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 19 marine services in North Dakota on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.

Is boat insurance required?

While state law in North Dakota 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 19 marine dealers and service providers in North Dakota on BoatDealerAtlas that work with top insurance networks.

How much is boat registration?

Boat registration fees vary widely across North Dakota based on hull length, vessel type, and propulsion system. Standard fees are renewed annually or biennially through state registration offices. Use BoatDealerAtlas to browse 19 dealer services in North Dakota for registration transfer assistance.

Can you drive a boat without a license?

In many jurisdictions across North Dakota, 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 North Dakota boating regulations and consult 19 marine listings on BoatDealerAtlas for compliant rentals.