Across Ohio, of the 126 boat dealers we list, 123 give a phone number, 34 publish opening hours and 85 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.
- Port Clinton15
- Cincinnati7
- Lakeside-Marblehead6
- Sandusky6
- Vermilion5
- Cleveland4
- Canton3
- Columbus3
- Fairfield3
- Avon2
- Coolville2
- Eastlake2
- Hebron2
- Huron2
- Lorain2
- Miamisburg2
- New Franklin2
- Painesville2
- Parma2
- Swanton2
Ohio, by feature
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Other towns in Ohio
One dealer each — too few for a page of their own, so they live here.
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Tarvin MarineAmelia
1931 State Route 125, Amelia, OH 45102-2021
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Haines Marine ServicesAndover
6431 State Route 85, Andover, OH 44003-9714
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Dave's MarineBelpre
2 Walnut St, Belpre, OH 45714-2429
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Franks MarineBerlin Center
17530 W Akron Canfield Rd, Berlin Center, OH 44401-9770
Tue-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-2, Sun-Mon Closed
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Bentley Pontoons of Buckeye LakeBuckeye Lake
11189 Hebron Rd SE, Buckeye Lake, OH 43008-7715
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Persuader Performance BoatsBucyrus
1405 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH 44820-1331
By appointment
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Blue Water Marine LlcCarroll
4240 Old Columbus Rd NW, Carroll, OH 43112-9719
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Raven Road Marine ServicesCarrollton
5007 Raven Rd SE, Carrollton, OH 44615
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Boathouse at Grand LakeCelina
1112 S Main St, Celina, OH 45822-2414
Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-1, Sun Closed
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Burroughs MarineClyde
853 E McPherson Hwy, Clyde, OH 43410-9785
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Portage Lakes MarineCoventry Township
3758 Manchester Rd, Coventry Township, OH 44319-2143
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Eagle Creek MarineDayton
5700 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414-3441
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Ohio BoatworksEtna
14330 National Rd SW, Etna, OH 43068-3383
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Fusion X MarineEuclid
1148 E 222nd St, Euclid, OH 44117-1103
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Ram Island Boat ClubFairport Harbor
1313 High St, Fairport Harbor, OH 44077-5513
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Knox Marine LtdFredericktown
13285 Netherland Rd, Fredericktown, OH 43019-9367
Tue-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-5pm, Mon/Sun Closed
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Nighthawk Marine LLCGeneva
4140 N Broadway St, Geneva, OH 44041
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Bianco MarineGirard
1855 S State St, Girard, OH 44420-3320
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Bow to Stern DBA Sea Legend PontoonsHanoverton
10201 1st St, Hanoverton, OH 44423-9616
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Morris Marine LLCHoward
12095 Grant Rd, Howard, OH 43028-9605
Tue-Fri 8am-5pm, Mon/Sat/Sun Closed
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Bud's MarineHuntsville
7169 County Road 38, Huntsville, OH 43324-9627
Mon 8-5, Wed-Sat 8-5, Sun 10-5, Tue Closed
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Malone's Marine and RepairIronton
1201 S 3rd St, Ironton, OH 45638-2028
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Vic's Sports CenterKent
2039 Tallmadge Rd, Kent, OH 44240-6805
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Pontoon Man MarineLakeview
11650 Co Rd 87, Lakeview, OH 43331
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Trammel Marine BrokerageMaineville
7534 Hopkins Rd, Maineville, OH 45039-8686
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Wooden Boat CreationsMason
4455 Bethany Rd, Mason, OH 45040-9688
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Maston's MarineMassillon
1855 Kenyon Ave NW, Massillon, OH 44647
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Captain's Choice Boat SalesMedina
3991 N Jefferson St, Medina, OH 44256-5623
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Atwood Lake BoatsMineral City
9298 Atwood Lake Rd NE, Mineral City, OH 44656-9006
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm
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Captain's CoveNew Richmond
301 Washington St, New Richmond, OH 45157-1255
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Bass Pro Shops/Cabela's Boating CenterNiles
2390 Niles Cortland Road SE, Niles, OH 44484
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Northcoast Performance MarineNorth Canton
8424 Cleveland Ave NW, North Canton, OH 44720-4822
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Pier 58 MarineOberlin
45934 St Rt 303, Oberlin, OH 44074
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Resele Marine Inc.Orangeville
8250 State Route 609, Orangeville, OH 44404-9782
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Buckeye Sports CenterPeninsula
4610 State Rd, Peninsula, OH 44264-9503
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Hetzner Marine SalesProspect
7162 Prospect-Delaware Rd, Prospect, OH 43342-9550
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Ravenna MarineRavenna
1366 E Main St, Ravenna, OH 44266-3330
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Boat House MarineRootstown
3976 State Route 14, Rootstown, OH 44272-9796
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RR marine serviceSardinia
12985 Stieman Rd, Sardinia, OH 45171-8317
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Ohio Valley BoatsScio
33315 Cadiz Dennison Rd, Scio, OH 43988-9724
Mon-Sat 8am-4pm, Sun Closed
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Ohio Valley Boats, SenecaSenecaville
16592 Lashley Rd, Senecaville, OH 43780-9550
Mon-Sat 8am-4pm, Sun Closed
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Erie Marine Sales and Boat RentalSheffield Lake
5400 E Lake Rd, Sheffield Lake, OH 44054-1903
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Mc Henry Sailboats IncSpringfield
3674 E National Rd, Springfield, OH 45505-1545
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Book Brothers MarineStout
93 N Ziegler Ln, Stout, OH 45684-9650
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Jim Carter's MarineThornville
11272 Avondale Rd SE, Thornville, OH 43076-9339
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Sabin boat worksToledo
6051 Telegraph Rd, Toledo, OH 43612-4560
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Holley Marine Sales & ServiceUhrichsville
87495 Plum Run Rd, Uhrichsville, OH 44683-6466
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Mark's Trailer Sales LlcWarren
4671 Mahoning Ave NW, Warren, OH 44483-1418
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Orihood Boat & Ski CenterWashington Court House
4461 State Route 207 NE, Washington Court House, OH 43160-8720
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Ceasars Creek - North Pool Boat RampWaynesville
8570 E State Route 73, Waynesville, OH 45068-8502
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Freedom Outdoors - Bass Boat DealerWheelersburg
45 Duis St, Wheelersburg, OH 45694-1632
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
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M-P MarineXenia
722 US Route 68 S, Xenia, OH 45385-7647
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Good to know about boat dealers in Ohio
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 Ohio are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 126 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 126 marine services in Ohio on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.
Is boat insurance required?
While state law in Ohio 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 126 marine dealers and service providers in Ohio on BoatDealerAtlas that work with top insurance networks.
How much is boat registration?
Boat registration fees vary widely across Ohio based on hull length, vessel type, and propulsion system. Standard fees are renewed annually or biennially through state registration offices. Use BoatDealerAtlas to browse 126 dealer services in Ohio for registration transfer assistance.
Can you drive a boat without a license?
In many jurisdictions across Ohio, 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 Ohio boating regulations and consult 126 marine listings on BoatDealerAtlas for compliant rentals.