Boat Transport in New Hampshire

The New Hampshire state DOT requirements must always be followed by New Hampshire boat transporters. Conditions for larger boats:

In New Hampshire, the hours of operation for boat transporters are controlled. Typically, operations run from a half-hour after dawn to a half-hour before nightfall.
Every boat that is wider than 8’6″ needs a state permit. To get a permit, give yourself at least 24 hours’ notice before shipment. Remember that certain metropolitan regions and cities could call for supplementary permissions.

A qualified boat transport business will need the following:
Every boat that is wider than 12 feet must have an escort.
Every boat longer than 14 feet needs two escorts.
Prior to shipment, any load that may be lowered to the permissible height of 13’6″ must be done so.
Unless as specified on your permit, travel is NOT authorized on weekends, Sundays, or on federal or state holidays.
Visit New Hampshire DOT at http://www.nh.gov/dot/ for further information.

Any boat transport, including powerboat, sailboat, yacht, and small boat transport, is covered by this information.

**Use this information as a handy road map when you transfer your sailboat. To make sure the material is accurate, check local and state laws as some of it may have changed or been updated. We have provided a URL with extra information for your convenience. About your boat’s timely and safe arrival, consult your New Hampshire boat transportation provider.