Free tools

Free tools from Boating Hubs

Scout the map, time the seasons, and plan your route. Every tool here is free, works on the web and in the Boating Hubs app, and needs no account to get started.

Layers
Marinas1,126
Boat launches2,470
Rivers & creeks640
Buoys & tides96
4 layers on
Everything Map
Listings, trails, spots, clubs and public land on a single full-screen map. Switch layers on and off, then tap any point for the details.
Open Everything Map
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Boulder Fork
18 mi · run by 2 outfitters
Class IV
River Explorer
Explore named rivers from the USGS hydrography dataset. Filter by water type or whitewater class.
Open River Explorer
Find a boat launch…
Cedar Point Ramp
Trailer · 3 lanes · free
Public
Boat Launches
Find public boat ramps and hand-launches on a map, with the access details that matter.
Open Boat Launches
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Add a stop…
84mi1h 52m
4 stops · GPX ready
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Route Planner
Drop stops on a map and watch distance and drive time add up. Export a GPX or share the link.
Open Route Planner
Clubs near you
6 groups · meet locally
Within 25 mi
ARMKJL
Cedar Point Boat Club
Meets Thu 6pm · 48 members
Join
SPDT
Harbor Yacht Club
Meets 1st Sat · 132 members
Claim free
RVGHNK
Lakeside Cruisers
Meets weekly · 26 members
Member
Don’t see yours? Start a club+ New
Boat Clubs
Browse local clubs with meeting info and how to join, or start your own for free.
Open Boat Clubs
Photo ID
Point. Snap. Identified.
Scanning
Match found
Name plus key details
94%
Photo ID
Point your camera at whatever you found and get a structured identification. No signup.
Open Photo ID
Packing checklist
3 of 4 packed
75%
Essentials
Water & snacks
Layers & rain shell
Safety
First-aid kit
Emergency contacts
Gear Checklists
Printable, save-as-you-go packing lists. Tick items off and pull them up on your phone.
Open Gear Checklists
Outboard
240 hours · in service 2020
2 due
Water pump impeller
100 h or 12 mo
Overdue
Anodes
6 mo
Dec
Lower unit oil
100 h or 12 mo
Jul 2027
Maintenance Schedules
Pick your equipment and get its full service schedule. Add your usage to turn intervals into dates.
Open Maintenance Schedules

Free to use, no paywall
No signup to get started
Built into the free Boating Hubs app

Boat Clubs

Your crew deserves a home base

A free boat club page in the directory, plus real member tools in the app. Set up in about a minute.

Roster & link invites: Share one link and your crew joins in a tap.
Group chat: Keep the planning out of the group text.
Events & RSVPs: A shared calendar that knows who’s in.
Live outing map: See the whole group on the map during meetups.

Start your boat club Find your boat club

Common questions

Yes. Every tool listed here is free to use. There's no subscription and no paywall. They're part of how Boating Hubs stays useful whether or not you ever sign up.

No account is needed to start using the tools. A free account only adds syncing, so your saved spots and plans follow you across the web and the app.

Yes, every tool works in a mobile browser, and they're all built into the free Boating Hubs app too, so you can pull them up in the field.

Many of the tools are community-sourced, so the more locals add, the better they get. Look for the "add" option inside a tool, or get the app to contribute from the field.

Resources

More to explore

Hand-picked videos and free guides from the community to help you plan your next trip.

Videos worth watching

Hand-picked clips, sorted by what you do.

All videos

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5 Essential Boating Safety Tips
Hooked on Boating
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10 Mistakes Every New Boat Owner Makes (I Made All of Them)
Cast and Spear
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Boat safety for new boaters. 5 basic tips for safe boating
Wayne The Boat Guy
YouTube
Boating Safety Tips | Emergency Gear, Navigation Rules, and Risk Prevention
GotSafety
YouTube
Power boating Safety Tips for Beginners, Stay Safe on the Water!
Powerboats USA
YouTube
Boating Safety 101 - How to Make Sure Your Properly Prepared When Traveling Far Offshore
Fish Bluewater