Inspection Locations
Station Updates:
The Bloedel Donovan and Lake Samish AIS inspection stations closed for the season on Friday, October 10, 2025. Valid AIS permits are required to boat on Lake Whatcom and Lake Samish, year-round. Permits for the 2025 season are on sale.
To find out the most current hours of operation, to schedule an appointment, or to have your vessel wire sealed, please call the AIS Boat Inspection Hotline at: (360) 778-7975.
Bloedel Donovan Park Boat Launch
2214 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229
(Inspections available from dawn to dusk, 7 days a week during season)
Sudden Valley Marina
Gate 1, 20 Marina Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
(Private marina for member/resident use only. Inspections by appointment.)
Lake Samish WDFW Boat Launch
East Lake Samish Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
Lake Whatcom South Bay WDFW Boat Launch
South Bay Drive, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Inspection Locations
*AIS check stations are closed for the off-season from October 10 – April 24. The stations will open for the 2026 season on April 25.
Bloedel Donovan Park Boat Launch
2214 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229
(Note: An automated gate has been installed for remote inspections when AIS staff are not on-site)
Lake Samish WDFW Boat Launch
East Lake Samish Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
Sudden Valley Marina
Gate 1, 20 Marina Drive, Bellingham, WA 98229
Private marina for member/resident use only.
Lake Whatcom South Bay WDFW Boat Launch
South Bay Drive, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Your Own Home
Inspections by appointment.
Current watercraft inspection fees
Contact the Whatcom Boat Inspection Program at (360) 778-7975 for questions or to schedule an appointment on-site.
