DISTRICT 11 SOUTH - DIVISION 1 - FLOTILLA 1

ADVISORIES AND BOATING INFORMATION

To aid the public in recreational boating safety, the Coast Guard Auxiliary has provided some basic local resources for reference.  

San Diego Bay Speed Regulations (Courtesy of Harbor Police Website)

• As a general rule, the areas of the bay that are not regulated by a speed zone are to be navigated at a safe and prudent speed with regards to Inland Rule 6 of the U.S. Coast Guard.
• South San Diego Bay is governed by a 5 mph speed limit. This is the area delineated by concrete pylons and posted with
  5 mph signs.
• All lagoons are posted as 5 mph zones. These include the Shelter Island Yacht Basin, the America's Cup Harbor, Harbor Island West and East Lagoons, and Glorietta Bay.
• Areas near anchorages are also 5 mph.
• Per California Law (655.2 Harbors and Navigation Code) you must follow the 5 mph limit:
  • Within 100 feet of swimmers.
  • Within 200 feet of:
    • A beach frequented by swimmers.
    • A swimming float, diving platform, or lifeline.
    • A way or float that boats are tied to for passenger loading/unloading

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