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Pursuant to section 7(1) of the National Park General Regulations, the launching of non-motorized watercraft* arriving from outside of the national park is prohibited at all times in Waterton Lakes National Park, by order of the Superintendent.

*Non-motorized watercraft means: any boat or vessel that is not motorized. This includes canoe, kayak, raft, stand up paddle (SUP) board, sailboat, paddle boat, belly boat, drift boat, windsurfing board, kite board, inflatable watercraft and inflatable flotation devices, pedal assist kayaks, catamarans, car toppers, cataraft, hydrofoil, and any other amphibious craft.

This restriction applies to all waters within Waterton Lakes National Park.

This restriction is in place to prevent the introduction and spread of invasive aquatic species.

Rentals are available within Waterton Lakes National Park. These rentals have been inspected and deemed safe for the local and regional aquatic environment.

Related links
Water activities
Aquatic invasive species information
90-day quarantine program for motorized watercraft
Fishing regulations