Accident Statistics

Every year, the U.S. Coast Guard compiles statistics on reported recreational boating accidents. These statistics are derived from accident reports that are filed by the owners / operators of recreational vessels involved in accidents. The fifty states, five U.S. territories and the District of Columbia submit accident report data to the Coast Guard for inclusion in the annual Boating Statistics publication. The latest Boating Statistics publications are available here for you to download.

*The 2019-2023 Recreational Boating Statistics were revised on February 12, 2025. Please see the record of changes page for specific edits.

Previous editions of the Recreational Boating Statistics may be available by contacting rbsinfo@uscg.mil