Natural Resources Oregon's waterways offer something for everyone. People head to our lakes and rivers to boat, ski, swim, fish, watch wildlife or to make their homes. As Oregon's population continues to grow, more people will want to take part in these activities. However, it also means that we all need to be more aware of our surroundings while we're out enjoying the water. This is especially important when it comes to boat wake.
All boats create some wake.
Unfortunately, along with wake come some undesirable side effects. The good news is that by understanding what these are and what can be done about them, boaters can take a big step towards making the water more relaxing and enjoyable for everyone. Many boaters have first-hand experience with the effects of wake. A large wake might damage your boat or injure your passengers. Wake may affect the environment too.