What must not be done within 100 feet of the Pier area?

In a designated pier area, launching motorized watercraft is prohibited within 100 feet primarily due to safety and regulatory concerns. This distance helps ensure that there is a clear separation between recreational boating activities and areas where people may be swimming, fishing, or enjoying other forms of non-motorized water activities.

Motorized watercraft can create wakes and turbulence that pose risks to swimmers and can interfere with fishing rods and lines, adding a layer of safety for everyone in the vicinity. Establishing this buffer zone helps protect both the users of the pier and the general public from accidents and maintains a safer, more enjoyable environment for various recreational activities.

Other activities like hiking, surfing, or beachcombing typically do not present the same level of risk in terms of contributing to accidents or conflicts with pier operations, allowing those to be conducted closer without the same level of restriction. The focus on motorized vessels reflects a broader concern over public safety and preservation of the recreational use of the area.