Registering your boat for use on Loch Lomond
There are a series of byelaws in place that relate to activities on Loch Lomond specifically. They are there to improve safety, reduce disturbance to wildlife and encourage responsible behaviour for everyone who enjoys the Loch.
As a loch user, please make sure you are familiar with the updated Loch Lomond Byelaws.
This page relates to registering and using vessels on Loch Lomond.
Byelaws can apply to both powered and non-powered users. If you are using motorised vessels on Loch Lomond you’ll need to register your vessel with the National Park Authority.
You will need to register as a user if you do not own a vessel and are going to be in charge of one.
A new online registration system (Registration Gateway) is now live.
Once you have signed up to the new system, you can add any vessel you have previously registered to your account. All you need is the existing vessel registration number.
If you have any questions regarding the new system or require support to register, the Ranger team will be happy to help. Appointments are available during the week to come to Duncan Mills Memorial Slipway to get support to register. Please contact us by calling on 01389 722030 or emailing RegistrationHelpdesk@lochlomond-trossachs.org.
Allowing others to be in charge of your vessel
When you have registered with the new online system, you will automatically become a Registered Vessel User. This allows you to be ‘in charge’ of a vessel with an engine (including jet skis) on Loch Lomond. Anyone who will be in charge of a vessel (when the owner is not on board), needs to be registered with the National Park authority. Please note, individuals who are under 18 years old cannot register through the online system, and must do so by contacting the Ranger team.
At least one Registered Vessel User must be on board whenever the vessel is moving.
Here’s a quick step by step guide on how to get started on the Registration Gateway.
Fees
All payments can be made via the Registration Gateway once it is live. There is no charge for re-registering your vessel for 2025. However, if you wish to make a Voluntary Donation, you can also pay this via the Registration Gateway. These donations contribute towards services on Loch Lomond including Ranger Service patrols and the Loch Lomond Rescue Boat.
In line with rising costs, we will be increasing our launch fees slightly from 1st April 2025. Launch fees from this date will be:
Launch pass type
Multiple launch pass: £107.30
Single launch and retrieval: £26.90
Launch – one way: £13.45
Commercial vessel multiple launch pass: £343.40
How to request assistance
We want to make sure the registration process is as simple and accessible as possible.
If you need assistance with this process, please visit the Duncan Mills Memorial Slipway – there is a computer terminal set up there so that our staff can support people through the registration process in person. You will need to bring a photographic ID with you to register.
Alternatively, you can contact the team by:
- Telephone on 01389 722030
- Email RegistrationHelpdesk@lochlomond-trossachs.org