WATER SAFETY
Water Safety Committee Responsibility: Track water and boating safety as it pertains to the Lauderdale Lakes. Note changes in Coast Guard and state laws that affect Lauderdale Lakes users.
Opportunity for Community Involvement: Contact your local DNR office to sign up for their boating course. Many laws have changed and it's a great refresher. You may receive a reduction on boat insurance for taking the course.
“Slow-no-wake means the slowest possible speed as to maintain steerage control”
Water Safety Topics:
Boat Speed Restrictions:
Maximum ten (10) miles per hour from Sunset to Sunrise on Weekdays and Sunset to 9:00am on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays.
Maximum fifty (50) miles per hour from 9:00am to Sunset on Holidays and Weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Special Boating Laws for Lauderdale Lakes - What you need to know
Boating Safety Courses: Wisconsin boating safety certification or out-of-state equivalent certification is required for operators born on or after Jan. 1, 1989. See the details governed by WDNR. 2026 Course information
The Handbook of Wisconsin Boating Laws and Responsibilities - provided by the Lauderdale Lakes Lake Management District.
Electric Shock Drowning - What every boater needs to know about ESD