Boat Inspections

All boat owners are now required to self-inspect their watercraft prior to launching. A self-inspection must be completed prior to receiving a Donner Lake 2026 sticker. Once the form is complete, owners will bring their completed form to the Police Department to be signed. Upon completion, a sticker will be issued.

All motorized/trailered vessels launching on Donner Lake must first pass an invasive species inspection. Truckee Police Department offers a self-inspection for boats that do not require decontamination. Learn more about the Watercraft Inspection Program.

If a self-inspection finds traces of invasive species, motorized/trailered vessels launching on Donner Lake can be decontaminated at official inspection locations. For inspection station location and hours, please visit tahoeboatinspections.com or call (888) 824-6267.  

The boat launch is for Tahoe Donner members only. Vessels launched at Beach Club Marina must be registered with Tahoe Donner. Vessel registration, proof of insurance and a release of liability waiver are required.

Two people are required to launch a vessel. One person will launch the vessel while the other person drives the truck and trailer to the parking spot. The person launching the vessel will observe the ramp and launch zone for pedestrians and other hazards. Everyone on board your vessel will be charged the Daily Access Fee.

To view the self-inspection form, click here. Inspection forms will also be found at the Parks and Recreations office and the Police Department.

For frequently asked questions about self-inspections, click here.