New Hampshire's Spar Buoys

Vessels operating on New Hampshire waters must observe these rules when encountering spar buoys.

All Black: This buoy marks one side of a well-defined channel. Go between it and its companion “all red” spar buoy.

All Red: This buoy marks one side of a well-defined channel. Go between it and its companion “all black” spar buoy.

White With Red Top: If heading east or west, go south of this buoy. If heading north or south, go west of this buoy.

White With Black Top: If heading east or west, go north of this buoy. If heading north or south, go east of this buoy.