Quiet water, no big wakes, and nobody roaring past your spot. These lakes allow electric motors only. Many still welcome a boat with a gas outboard, as long as you leave it up and run your trolling motor. We list 141 lakes in 37 states, each checked against the managing agency's own rules.
Gas boats OK, motor up You can launch a boat with a gas outboard. Leave it up and use your electric motor.No gas motors on board Remove the outboard or bring a boat without one.Gas boats: check first The rules don't say. Call before you tow a gas boat there.
Electric motors only, up to 10 manufacturer-rated hp.
Size
60 acres
Other rules
Electric motors up to 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower. Check with the Forest Service for launch access.
Fish
Rainbow trout (stocked by AZGFD about six times a year, per Wikipedia)
Managed by
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest (USFS); motor rule set by Arizona Game and Fish Commission
What the official rules say
operators ... shall only use an electric motor not exceeding 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower
Goldwater Lake (Upper Goldwater)
Near Prescott, Yavapai County, Arizona
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only; no gasoline motors. Also on the state's electric-only list (AAC R12-4-517, max 10 hp electric).
Size
15 acres
Launch
Concrete boat ramp (public boat ramp)
Fees & permits
Parking $5.00
Other rules
No swimming. Lower Goldwater Lake allows no boats (float tubes OK). Open 6 a.m.–10 p.m. April–October, 7 a.m.–6 p.m. November–March. Acreage is upper and lower lakes combined.
Managed by
City of Prescott Recreation Services
What the official rules say
Electronic motors are permitted for boating on Goldwater Lake only
Knoll Lake
Coconino County, Arizona
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only, up to 10 manufacturer-rated hp.
Size
75 acres
Other rules
Electric motors up to 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower. Access closes in winter.
Managed by
Coconino National Forest area (USFS); motor rule set by Arizona Game and Fish Commission
What the official rules say
operators ... shall only use an electric motor not exceeding 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower
Roper Lake
Near Safford, Graham County, Arizona
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only, up to 10 manufacturer-rated hp.
Size
32 acres
Launch
Boat ramp
Fees & permits
State park entry: $10 per vehicle (1 person), $20 per vehicle (2-4 people), $5 individual/bicycle (azstateparks.com)
Other rules
Electric motors up to 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower.
Fish
Bass, trout (per Wikipedia)
Managed by
Arizona State Parks (Roper Lake State Park)
What the official rules say
operators ... shall only use an electric motor not exceeding 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower
Woods Canyon Lake
Near Payson, Coconino County, Arizona
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only, up to 10 manufacturer-rated hp.
Size
55 acres
Launch
Boat access
Other rules
Electric motors up to 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower.
Fish
Rainbow trout, tiger trout (stocked); brown trout, green sunfish, bluegill (per Wikipedia)
Managed by
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest (USFS); motor rule set by Arizona Game and Fish Commission
What the official rules say
operators ... shall only use an electric motor not exceeding 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower
Electric motors only; a gas motor may be attached but not used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may be attached but not used (Idaho Fish and Game)
Other rules
Confirm in Idaho's current fishing seasons and rules before you go.
Managed by
Idaho Department of Fish and Game (Panhandle Region rule)
What the official rules say
Avondale Lake - Electric motors only … When fishing waters listed --electric motors only-- gas (internal combustion) motors may be attached to the boat; but use of the gas motor is prohibited. (IDFG answer, Feb 16 2016)
Freeman Lake
Idaho
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; a gas motor may be attached but not used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may be attached but not used (Idaho Fish and Game)
Other rules
Confirm in Idaho's current fishing seasons and rules before you go.
Managed by
Idaho Department of Fish and Game (Panhandle Region rule)
What the official rules say
Freeman Lake - Electric motors only … When fishing waters listed --electric motors only-- gas (internal combustion) motors may be attached to the boat; but use of the gas motor is prohibited. (IDFG answer, Feb 16 2016)
Round Lake
Near Sagle / Sandpoint, Bonner County, Idaho
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; a gas motor may be attached but not used.
Size
55 acres
Gas outboards
Gas motors may be attached but not used (Idaho Fish and Game)
Other rules
Confirm in Idaho's current fishing seasons and rules before you go.
Managed by
Idaho Parks and Recreation (Round Lake State Park); rule by Idaho Fish and Game
What the official rules say
Round Lake (Bonner County) - Electric motors only … When fishing waters listed --electric motors only-- gas (internal combustion) motors may be attached to the boat; but use of the gas motor is prohibited. (IDFG answer, Feb 16 2016)
Electric motors only; internal combustion motors prohibited.
Size
81 acres
Launch
Paved single-lane boat ramp with courtesy dock
Fees & permits
No ramp fee
Other rules
Ramp open year-round with limited hours.
Fish
Redear sunfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass
Managed by
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (fishery); City of Richmond (Lake Reba Sports Complex)
What the official rules say
Only electric motors may be operated on the lake.
McNeely Lake
Near Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric trolling motors only; internal combustion motors may not be operated.
Size
55 acres
Launch
Paved single-lane boat ramp with courtesy dock; separate carry-down paddlecraft launch and fishing pier
Fees & permits
No ramp fee
Other rules
Largemouth bass 12–15 inch protected slot. Ramp open year-round with limited hours.
Fish
Largemouth bass
Managed by
Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (fishery); Louisville Parks (McNeely Lake Park)
What the official rules say
A person shall not operate an internal combustion boat motor and shall only be allowed to use an electric trolling motor on: ... McNeely Lake, Jefferson County
Smoky Valley Lake / Carter Caves Lake (Carter Caves State Resort Park)
Near Grayson, Carter County, Kentucky
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only; daylight fishing only.
Size
26 acres
Launch
Paved single-lane boat ramp
Fees & permits
No ramp fee
Other rules
Daylight fishing only. Trout stocked in season.
Managed by
Kentucky State Parks (fishery: Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources)
Boating is permitted on Lake Habeeb but is limited to the use of electric motors only.
Liberty Reservoir
Near Eldersburg, Baltimore / Carroll County, Maryland
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Rowing, paddling, or battery-powered (electric) motors only.
Size
3,100 acres
Fees & permits
Seasonal permit from the City of Baltimore Reservoir Natural Resources Office required before launching; invasive-species affidavit (boat used only on Baltimore reservoirs).
Other rules
Baltimore City reservoir rules, which also cover Loch Raven and Prettyboy.
Fish
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, crappie, white perch, striped bass, walleye
Managed by
City of Baltimore Department of Public Works (Reservoir Natural Resources)
What the official rules say
Boat propulsion is limited to rowing, paddling, or battery-powered motors.
Savage River Reservoir
Near Bloomington / Westernport, Garrett County, Maryland
Electric motors onlyNo gas motors on board
Electric motors only; outboard motors must be removed before launching.
Size
350 acres
Launch
Three public boat ramps (access affected by water levels)
Fish
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, walleye, yellow perch, bluegill, rock bass, crappie, stocked rainbow trout
Managed by
Maryland DNR (Savage River State Forest)
What the official rules say
Boating is permitted on Savage River Reservoir but is limited to the use of boats with electric motors only. … Outboard motors are prohibited on Savage River Reservoir and need to be removed from your vessel prior to launching.
Electric motors only (listed 'E - Electric only' by NJ Fish & Wildlife); boats with gas engines may launch only with fuel tanks removed / propeller removed.
Size
770 acres
Launch
East ramp at the Visitor Center (Mar 1 - Nov 30)
Gas outboards
Remove portable fuel tanks, or the propeller if the tank is built in
Fees & permits
Boat launch pass $7 daily / $50 seasonal; NJ boating safety certificate required to operate an electric motorboat; NJ fishing license 16+
Other rules
Boats must be at least 8 ft long, and everyone aboard must wear a life jacket.
No vessel shall be launched that is powered by an internal combustion engine unless: The portable fuel tanks are removed prior to launching. … No vessel shall be launched that is powered by an internal combustion engine unless: A. The portable fuel tanks are removed prior to launching. B. Vessels with built-in fuel tanks remove the engine propeller prior to launching.
Mercer Lake
Near West Windsor, Mercer County, New Jersey
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
12-volt electric trolling motors only; no gasoline motors.
Size
275 acres
Launch
Free boat ramp, sunrise to sunset
Fees & permits
Ramp free; fishing license required
Other rules
Motors limited to 12-volt electric trolling motors. No boating from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise without a permit.
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be used (NM rule)
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Managed by
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
What the official rules say
only boats and other floating devices using electric motors or with gas motors that are not in use shall be permitted
Bill Evans Lake
New Mexico
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be used (NM rule)
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Managed by
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
What the official rules say
only boats and other floating devices using electric motors or with gas motors that are not in use shall be permitted
Fenton Lake
Sandoval County, New Mexico
Electric motors onlyNo gas motors on board
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Size
37 acres
Launch
Boat ramp
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Other rules
In Fenton Lake State Park (park fees apply). No swimming. The park says "No gas powered boats," so leave the gas boat at home.
Fish
Rainbow trout (stocked fall-spring), German brown trout; ice fishing in winter
Managed by
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
What the official rules say
Electric trolling motors only … only boats and other floating devices using electric motors or with gas motors that are not in use shall be permitted (19.31.10.17 NMAC); State Parks page: 'No gas powered boats'
Green Meadow Lake
New Mexico
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be used (NM rule)
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Managed by
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
What the official rules say
only boats and other floating devices using electric motors or with gas motors that are not in use shall be permitted
Hopewell Lake
New Mexico
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be used (NM rule)
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Managed by
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
What the official rules say
only boats and other floating devices using electric motors or with gas motors that are not in use shall be permitted
Lake Maloya
Near Raton, Colfax County, New Mexico
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Size
120 acres
Launch
Boat ramp and boat dock (Sugarite Canyon State Park)
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Other rules
In Sugarite Canyon State Park, on the New Mexico–Colorado line.
Fish
Rainbow and brown trout (Wikipedia)
Managed by
New Mexico State Parks (Sugarite Canyon SP); NMDGF fishing rules
What the official rules say
Waters restricted to boats with oars or electric motors include:
Lake Roberts
New Mexico
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be used (NM rule)
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Managed by
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
What the official rules say
only boats and other floating devices using electric motors or with gas motors that are not in use shall be permitted
Quemado Lake
New Mexico
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be used (NM rule)
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Managed by
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
What the official rules say
only boats and other floating devices using electric motors or with gas motors that are not in use shall be permitted
Snow Lake
New Mexico
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; gas motors may be on board but may not be used.
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be used (NM rule)
Fees & permits
New Mexico fishing license required to fish
Managed by
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
What the official rules say
only boats and other floating devices using electric motors or with gas motors that are not in use shall be permitted
Electric motors only, at no-wake speed; hand-powered craft also allowed.
Size
93 acres
Launch
Two concrete boat ramps (main ramp on west side, campground ramp on east side), each with a kayak launch
Fees & permits
Ohio fishing license required age 16+
Other rules
Electric motors at no-wake speed (Ohio state park rule).
Fish
Largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie
Managed by
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Watercraft
What the official rules say
Hand-powered vessels and boats with electric motors are permitted on the 93-acre lake.
Lake Alma (Lake Alma State Park)
Jackson County, Ohio
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only, at no-wake speed; hand-powered craft also allowed.
Size
60 acres
Launch
Boat launch ramp at northeast edge of the lake
Other rules
Electric motors at no-wake speed (Ohio state park rule). Boathouse rentals spring through fall.
Fish
Bass, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish
Managed by
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Watercraft
What the official rules say
Hand-powered vessels and boats with electric motors only are permitted on Lake Alma.
Lake Hope (Lake Hope State Park)
Near Zaleski, Vinton County, Ohio
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only, at no-wake speed; hand-powered craft also allowed.
Size
120 acres
Launch
One ramp along State Route 278 by the dam
Other rules
Electric motors at no-wake speed (Ohio state park rule). The boathouse rents canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, pedal and pontoon boats, spring through fall.
Fish
Bluegill, catfish, crappie, largemouth bass
Managed by
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Watercraft
What the official rules say
Hand-powered and electric motor-only boats are permitted on the lake.
Punderson Lake (Punderson State Park)
Near Newbury, Geauga County, Ohio
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only, at no-wake speed; hand-powered craft also allowed.
Size
150 acres
Launch
One launch ramp
Other rules
Electric motors at no-wake speed (Ohio state park rule). Kayak, canoe and paddleboard rentals at the camp store.
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be run (58 Pa. Code 107.2)
Fees & permits
Motorboats need a boat registration from any state; non-powered boats need a registration, state park launch/mooring permit, or PFBC launch permit.
Other rules
Slow, no-wake speed. Seasonal mooring spaces.
Fish
Brook and brown trout (stocked), bluegill, sunfish, yellow perch, largemouth bass (per Wikipedia)
Managed by
PA DCNR, Chapman State Park
What the official rules say
Electric motors only; slow, no-wake speed … State rule (58 Pa. Code 107.2): internal combustion motors "need not be removed," "but the operation of engines is specifically prohibited."
Hills Creek Lake
Near Wellsboro, Tioga County, Pennsylvania
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; slow, no-wake speed.
Size
137 acres
Launch
Concrete boat ramps (two launch areas)
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be run (58 Pa. Code 107.2)
Fees & permits
Motorboats must display a current boat registration; non-powered boats need a registration, a PA state park launch/mooring permit, or a PFBC launch permit.
Electric motors only; slow, no-wake speed … State rule (58 Pa. Code 107.2): internal combustion motors "need not be removed," "but the operation of engines is specifically prohibited."
Laurel Lake
Near Gardners, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; slow, no-wake speed.
Size
25 acres
Launch
Boat launch plus 85 mooring spaces
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be run (58 Pa. Code 107.2)
Fees & permits
Motorboats must display a current boat registration; non-powered boats need a registration, a PA state park launch/mooring permit, or a PFBC launch permit.
Other rules
Slow, no-wake speed. Boating is prohibited on nearby Fuller Lake.
Fish
Pickerel, trout, perch (per Wikipedia)
Managed by
PA DCNR, Pine Grove Furnace State Park
What the official rules say
Electric motors only; slow, no-wake speed … State rule (58 Pa. Code 107.2): internal combustion motors "need not be removed," "but the operation of engines is specifically prohibited."
Pinchot Lake
Near Rossville, York County, Pennsylvania
Electric motors onlyGas boats OK, motor up
Electric motors only; slow, no-wake speed.
Size
340 acres
Launch
Three launch areas, open 24 hours
Gas outboards
Gas motors may stay on the boat but may not be run (58 Pa. Code 107.2)
Fees & permits
Motorboats must display a current boat registration; non-powered boats need a registration, a PA state park launch/mooring permit, or a PFBC launch permit.
Other rules
Slow, no-wake speed. Seasonal mooring April 1–October 1. Electric motors for rent at the boat concession in summer.
Fish
Bass (per Wikipedia)
Managed by
PA DCNR, Gifford Pinchot State Park
What the official rules say
Electric motors only; slow, no-wake speed … State rule (58 Pa. Code 107.2): internal combustion motors "need not be removed," "but the operation of engines is specifically prohibited."
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (State Lakes program)
What the official rules say
Boats are allowed, but may only be propelled by paddle or electric trolling motors.
Lake Cherokee
Near Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Paddle or electric trolling motor only; gas outboards may not be used.
Size
50 acres
Launch
Boat ramp
Fees & permits
SC fishing license required for anglers 16+; no lake-specific fee listed
Other rules
Open to fishing 24 hours; other uses sunrise-sunset (half hour either side). Rod and reel/poles only. Daily limits: 20 bream, 3 largemouth bass 15"+, 3 catfish.
Fish
Largemouth bass, bluegill, shellcracker, catfish
Managed by
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (State Lakes program)
What the official rules say
Boats are allowed, but may only be propelled by paddle or electric trolling motors.
Lake John D. Long
Near Union, Union County, South Carolina
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Paddle or electric trolling motor only; gas outboards may not be used.
Size
80 acres
Launch
Boat ramp
Fees & permits
SC fishing license required for anglers 16+; no lake-specific fee listed
Other rules
Open 7 days, half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset. No minnows. Daily limits 10 bream, 3 catfish, 3 largemouth bass.
Fish
Largemouth bass, bluegill, shellcracker, catfish
Managed by
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (State Lakes program)
What the official rules say
Boats are allowed, but may only be propelled by paddle or electric trolling motors.
Lake Oliphant
Near Chester, Chester County, South Carolina
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Paddle or electric trolling motor only; gas outboards may not be used.
Size
40 acres
Launch
Boat ramp
Fees & permits
SC fishing license required for anglers 16+; no lake-specific fee listed
Other rules
Open Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays only, a half hour before sunrise to a half hour after sunset. No minnows.
Fish
Largemouth bass, bluegill, shellcracker, catfish
Managed by
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (State Lakes program)
What the official rules say
Boats are allowed, but may only be propelled by paddle or electric trolling motors.
Lancaster Reservoir
Near Lancaster, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Paddle or electric trolling motor only; gas outboards may not be used.
Size
60 acres
Launch
Boat ramp
Fees & permits
SC fishing license required for anglers 16+; no lake-specific fee listed
Other rules
Open Thursdays and Saturdays only. No minnows. Daily limits 20 bream, 3 catfish, 2 largemouth bass 16"+, 30 crappie.
Near Shelbyville / Wartrace, Bedford County, Tennessee
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Only electric trolling motors may be used to operate boats.
Size
47 acres
Launch
Boat launching ramp, fishing pier
Fees & permits
TWRA Family Fishing Lake permit plus TN fishing license
Other rules
Boats for fishing only, at no-wake speed.
Fish
Largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish, blue and channel catfish
Managed by
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA)
What the official rules say
Use of motors, other than electric trolling motors, to operate boats on ... Coy Gaither-Bedford Lake ... is prohibited (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1660-01-05-.03(5), effective June 8, 2023)
Marrowbone Lake
Near Joelton, Davidson County, Tennessee
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric trolling motors only; no gas motors may be used.
Size
60 acres
Launch
Boat launching ramp and fishing pier
Fees & permits
TWRA Family Fishing Lake daily or annual permit (buy online in advance) plus TN fishing license
Other rules
Boats for fishing only, at no-wake speed. About 15 miles north of Nashville.
Fish
Largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish, blue and channel catfish, trout
Managed by
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA)
What the official rules say
No gas motors are to be used on the lake.
V.F.W. Lake
Near Lawrenceburg, Lawrence County, Tennessee
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Only electric trolling motors may be used to operate boats.
Size
22 acres
Launch
Boat launching ramp, fishing piers
Fees & permits
TWRA Family Fishing Lake permit plus TN fishing license
Other rules
Boats for fishing only, at no-wake speed. 12 miles west of Lawrenceburg off US 64.
Fish
Largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, redear sunfish, blue and channel catfish
Managed by
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA)
What the official rules say
Use of motors, other than electric trolling motors, to operate boats on V.F.W. Lake ... is prohibited (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1660-01-05-.03(5), effective June 8, 2023)
Williamsport Lakes
Near Columbia, Maury County, Tennessee
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Only electric trolling motors may be used to operate boats.
Size
164 acres
Launch
Boat launching ramp, fishing piers; boat rentals on site
Fees & permits
TWRA Family Fishing Lake permit plus TN fishing license (sold on site)
Other rules
Four lakes (Blue Cat, Shellcracker, Whippoorwill and Goldeneye); Whippoorwill is youth-only with an adult. No-wake speed. Acreage is the combined total.
Fish
Largemouth bass, Florida bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, blue and channel catfish, hybrid striped bass, crappie
Managed by
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA)
What the official rules say
Use of motors, other than electric trolling motors, to operate boats on ... Williamsport Lakes ... is prohibited (Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1660-01-05-.03(5), effective June 8, 2023)
Gas motors prohibited for the public; private boats may use an electric motor of 5 hp or less (5 a.m.-10 p.m.).
Size
468 acres
Launch
Unimproved boat ramps (Festival Beach Boat Ramp on Nash Hernandez Sr. Rd.; IH 35 & East Ave; Stephen F. Austin Dr.)
Fees & permits
Paid street parking at some ramps
Other rules
Electric motors up to 5 hp, operated 5 a.m.–10 p.m. No boats on the lake from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., none in the Shoal Creek mouth area, and no overnight occupancy. Gas motorboats are limited to city, permitted tour, construction and event use.
Fish
Largemouth bass, catfish, sunfish, common carp (TPWD)
Managed by
City of Austin (Austin Parks and Recreation; Austin Police Lake Patrol)
What the official rules say
Only watercraft powered by electric motors that do not exceed a capacity of five horsepower can operate on Lady Bird Lake.
Loy Lake
Near Denison, Grayson County, Texas
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Single-head electric trolling motors only; gasoline engines prohibited.
Fees & permits
Texas freshwater fishing license for anglers 17+
Other rules
No swimming, wading or waterskiing; no unattended boats; a life jacket for each person. Black bass 14-inch minimum.
Fish
Black bass (bass rules given)
Managed by
City of Denison
What the official rules say
Only single-headed electric trolling motors are allowed on Loy Lake and Waterloo Lake. … Gasoline-powered engines are prohibited unless needed for maintenance, inspections, or emergencies.
Waterloo Lake
Near Denison, Grayson County, Texas
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Single-head electric trolling motors only; gasoline engines prohibited.
Fees & permits
Texas freshwater fishing license for anglers 17+
Other rules
No swimming, wading or waterskiing; no unattended boats; a life jacket for each person. Black bass 14-inch minimum, 1 per day.
Fish
Black bass
Managed by
City of Denison
What the official rules say
Only single-headed electric trolling motors are allowed on Loy Lake and Waterloo Lake. … Gasoline-powered engines are prohibited unless needed for maintenance, inspections, or emergencies.
Private boats with electric motors allowed; no gasoline-powered watercraft.
Size
218 acres
Fees & permits
$5 per launched boat when the bait house is open (Apr-Oct)
Other rules
Kayaks only when used for fishing; inflatables need 3+ air chambers; a life jacket per person and a throwable per boat. Electric-motor rental boats available.
Managed by
Fairfax County Park Authority
What the official rules say
Privately owned boats with electric motors are permitted on the lake. … No gasoline powered water-craft are permitted.
Rivanna Reservoir
Near Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Virginia
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors permitted; gasoline outboards prohibited.
Size
450 acres
Launch
Woodlands Road (Rt. 676) access near Twin Bridges (limited parking); Woodburn Road (Rt. 659) ramp permanently closed from Jan 1, 2026
Fish
Largemouth bass, bluegill, black and white crappie, redear sunfish, channel catfish
Managed by
City of Charlottesville (owner); Virginia DWR (fisheries)
What the official rules say
Gas motors are prohibited, but electric motors may be used. … Gasoline-powered outboards are not permitted on Rivanna Reservoir.
Near Glen Hills County Park, St. Croix County, Wisconsin
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only; no gasoline motors.
Launch
Concrete boat ramp with boarding dock
Fees & permits
Vehicle admission fee and launch fee required (amounts not listed)
Other rules
Accessible fishing pier next to the launch.
Managed by
St. Croix County (Glen Hills County Park)
What the official rules say
No gasoline motors - electric motors only.
Loon Lake
Near Copper Falls State Park, Ashland County, Wisconsin
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only; no gasoline motors.
Launch
Carry-in / hand launch only (gravel, shallow)
Fees & permits
Wisconsin State Park & Forest vehicle admission sticker required
Other rules
No dock or restrooms at the landing.
Managed by
Wisconsin DNR (Copper Falls State Park)
What the official rules say
No gasoline motors. Electric motors only.
Twin Valley Lake
Near Dodgeville, Iowa County, Wisconsin
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only; slow-no-wake.
Launch
Concrete plank boat ramp
Fees & permits
Wisconsin State Park & Forest vehicle admission sticker required
Other rules
Slow-no-wake
Managed by
Wisconsin DNR (Governor Dodge State Park)
What the official rules say
Lake is restricted to electric motors, slow no-wake.
Wazeda Lake
Near McMullen Memorial County Park, Monroe County, Wisconsin
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric trolling motors only; gasoline motors may not be used.
Launch
Concrete boat ramp, 1 lane (shallow, sharp drop at end)
Other rules
Fish cleaning area and fishing platform nearby.
Managed by
Monroe County Parks Department
What the official rules say
No use of gasoline motors allowed. Electric trolling motors only.
Woodman Lake
Near Woodman, Grant County, Wisconsin
Electric motors onlyGas boats: check first
Electric motors only by town ordinance.
Launch
Concrete boat ramp, 1 lane
Managed by
Wisconsin DNR (Lower Wisconsin State Riverway); Town of Woodman ordinance
What the official rules say
Electric motors only by Town of Woodman ordinance.
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Before you go
Rules change, and some lakes close for the season or have their own permits. We link each lake to the agency page that states its motor rule, and show the month we checked it (most recently October 2026). Confirm the current rules with the lake's manager before you head out. Your state's boat registration and safety-equipment rules still apply on electric-only lakes.
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