New and Used Bay Boats for Sale
Bay boats are small, practical, and fun fishing or family boats with flattish bottoms designed for the shallow fishing grounds around bays and inland waters. New and used bay boats are packed with features such as livewells and casting decks. Search for bay boats for sale on Rightboat by using th... learn more about Bay Boats
909 New and Used Bay Boats
Stuart, Florida (United States of America)
16.01 ft.
2025
New
2025 BlueZones Boatworks 16 Flats The 2025 BlueZones Boatworks 16 Flats is a meticulously crafted 16-foot flats boat, designed to meet the needs of discerning angler...
$42,000
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
23.75 ft.
2024
New
2024 Sea Pro 242 Sport Center Console powered by a Suzuki DF 300 APXW with Continental AluminumTrailer.Includes Factory Standard Equipment plus these Factory options:...
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Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Carolina Skiff 21LS powered by a Suzuki DF140 and on a Magic Tilt trailer, includes these factory options:- Ultra LP W/Back rest, Footrest, Cooler, Etc.- Sea Sta...
$49,990
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
20.67 ft.
2024
New
Special Annoucement.... Until December 31, 2024 Carolina Skiff Rebate of $1100.00 available on this boat. Can be used toward Down Payment assistance.2024 Carolina Ski...
$69,590
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Carolina Skiff 19LS powered by a Suzuki DF140 and on a Magic tilt trailer, includes these factory options:- BIMINI - 90 IN TOP & BOOT - BLACK- MAX-AIR LIVEWE...
$47,390
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2024
New
2024 Carolina Skiff E16 JVX TH with Suzuki 30 HP Outboard and Magic Tilt TrailerStandard Features Include:- 4) ss cleats- 500 gallon Bilge Pump LED bow and stern ligh...
$22,190
Ocala,Florida (United States of America)
25.98 ft.
2025
New
WELCOME TO BLACK LABEL MARINE GROUP!....We are one of the LARGEST New and Pre-Owned Boat dealers in the Southeast and proudly represent SEA FOX, CAYMAS, CROWNLINE, and...
P.O.A.
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Sea Pro 172 DLX Bay powered by a Suzuki DF115BTL with Continental Aluminum Trailer Package.- Tilt Hydraulic Steering W/ Power Assist- Suzuki C10 Gauge- Trim Tabs...
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Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
20.7 ft.
2024
New
2024 Sea Pro 210 DLX Bay Powered with a Suzuki DF 150 ATX5 with Continental Aluminum Trailer includes Factory Standard Equipment plus these Factory Options:-Black Pow...
P.O.A. *
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
22.57 ft.
2024
New
2024 Sea Pro 230 DLX Bay Powered with a Suzuki DF 200 APX5 with AmeraTrail Aluminum TrailerIncludes Factory Standard Equipment plus these Factory Options:- Black Powd...
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Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
25.0 ft.
2020
Used
EXTREMELY CLEAN 2020 Sea Pro 248 DLX Bay powered by a 300 Suzuki with 120 hours on a Deluxe Continental Trailer.Includes standard features plus the following options:...
$84,990
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Sea Pro 210 DLX Bay Powered with a Suzuki DF 150 ATX5 with Continental Aluminum Trailer includes Factory Standard Equipment plus these Factory Options:-Trim Tabs...
P.O.A. *
Anacortes, Washin... (United States of America)
16.01 ft.
2022
Used
MORE INFO This Boston Whaler is practically brand new with only 30 hours on the outboard engine! This pristine 15' Montauk is set up as a fishing machine with...
$40,000
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Carolina Skiff 21LS powered by a Suzuki 150 paired with a Magic Tilt Aluminum Trailer Package!Standard Features included plus the following Factory Options!-Bimi...
$52,990
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Sea Pro 202 Deep-V powered by a Suzuki 150! *** Aluminum Trailer available for purchase! ***Includes standard features plus these factory options:- White Powder ...
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Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Carolina Skiff 23LS powered by a Suzuki 200ATXW paired with a Magic Tilt Aluminum Trailer.Includes standard features plus these factory options:-Bimini Top-Flip-...
$61,290
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Carolina Skiff 24 Ultra Elite powered by a Suzuki 250TXW paired with a Magic Tilt Aluminum trailer package.This model includes standard features plus the followi...
$88,590
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Carolina Skiff 26 Ultra Elite powered by a Suzuki 300ATXW paired with a Magic tilt Aluminum Trailer Package!Factory Options Include:-Forward Seating-Porta Potti-...
$91,990
Pinellas Park,Flo... (United States of America)
27.99 ft.
2025
New
WELCOME TO BLACK LABEL MARINE GROUP!....We are one of the LARGEST New and Pre-Owned Boat dealers in the Southeast and proudly represent SEA FOX, CAYMAS, CROWNLINE, and...
P.O.A.
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
25.0 ft.
2024
New
2024 Sea Pro 250 DLX BAY Powered with a Suzuki DF 300 APXW5 with Continental Aluminum Trailer.Includes Factory Standard Equipment plus these Factory Options:-12/24 Ba...
P.O.A. *
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2025
New
2025 Sea Pro 210 DLX Bay powered by a Suzuki 150ATXW paired with an Aluminum Continental Trailer!Standard features included plus the following Factory Options:- Bimin...
P.O.A. *
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
0.0 ft.
2024
New
Palmetto Bay powered by a Suzuki DF115 packaged with a Continental Aluminum Trailer includes factory Standard Features plus these factory options:- Sea Creature Hull ...
$44,990
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
22.31 ft.
2024
New
2024 Excel 220 Bay Pro with a Suzuki 175 and Tandem Axle Aluminum Trailer W/Swing Tongue!Includes the following Options:-Standard Features-Black Trim Package-Addition...
$49,990
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
22.51 ft.
2019
Used
2019 KEY LARGO 2260 Bay CC powered by a 2020 SUZUKI DF140ATX 4 stroke engine, and Tandem Axle Magic Tilt Aluminum Trailer Package. Includes factory standard equipment...
$39,990
Miami, Florida (United States of America)
24.02 ft.
2020
Used
Stock # 2020 Blue Wave Pure Bay 24.5' - Low Hours & Excellent Condition! This 24-foot used Blue Wave Pure Bay 2400 is a great bay fishing boat located in Miami, ...
$65,000
Ocala,Florida (United States of America)
27.99 ft.
2025
New
WELCOME TO BLACK LABEL MARINE GROUP!....We are one of the LARGEST New and Pre-Owned Boat dealers in the Southeast and proudly represent SEA FOX, CAYMAS, CROWNLINE, and...
P.O.A.
Old Salt Marine -... (United States of America)
25.0 ft.
2024
New
2024 Sea Pro 250 DLX BAY Powered by a Suzuki DF 300 APX5. CONTINENTAL TRAILER PACKAGE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASEIncludes these Factory Options:- Black Powder Coating- Pla...
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ABOUT BAY BOATS
Bay boats are small, practical, and fun fishing or family boats with flattish bottoms designed for the shallow fishing grounds around bays and inland waters. New and used bay boats are packed with features such as livewells and casting decks. Search for bay boats for sale on Rightboat by using the filters to select age, size, specific features and more.
Main characteristics of bay boats
Bay boats are characterized by their shallow draft and wide, mostly flat bottoms. This allows them to access the shallow waters found in coastal bays, marshes, and estuaries with ease. They differ from other types of small, flat-bottomed fishing boat by their slightly V-shaped hull, which allows them to cross bays in good conditions making them more versatile than bass boats or Jon boats.
Bay boats are often between 18 to 26 feet long and can be made from fiberglass but more commonly from aluminum. They include features such as fore- and aft-casting decks, a center console, livewells, and lots of storage. They also make fun family boats thanks to their space and ease of handling.
Types of bay boat
Center console bay boats
There is a distinct similarity and cross-over between small center console bay boats, bass boats, skiffs, and Jon boats. But the bay boat differs in its versatility, and it’s also more robust and able to tackle heavier bay conditions. Center console models allow for walkaround fishing capabilities and ease of maneuverability.
Aluminum bay boats
Aluminum is a popular construction material for bay boats for several reasons; it’s lightweight and therefore makes boats easy to trailer, it’s inexpensive compared to fiberglass, and if it inevitably gets dented in shallow waters it’s easily repairable. Fiberglass bay boats are also common as their extra weight allows for better handling across the bigger waters in bays.
Hybrid bay boats
The hybrid bay boat can tackle both inshore and offshore fishing, and as such tends to be bigger than the traditional bay boat. In order to withstand choppier seas, these vessels are often 26 to 30 feet long, and while they still have a distinctly shallower draft than normal V-hull offshore fishing and sports boats, the hull is less flat than other bay boats. Hybrid boats tend to be designed with less elevated decking areas, which makes them better for blue water fishing, and they will be equipped with more powerful engines.
Family bay boats
Bay boats are primarily designed for fishing but manufacturers are producing models that focus on other activities too. Those aimed at family days on the water will have an emphasis on more seating, as well as features such as stereos, heads, showers, and watersports accessories such as tow bits.
Best bay boat brands
Many of the industry’s top small fishing boat brands such as Grady-White, Boston Whaler, and Scout offer bay boats whose characteristics, as we’ve seen above, are conducive to shallow water fishing, yet sturdy enough to cross bays. These versatile boats are gaining popularity, and you can find brands who specialize in bay boats that put emphasis on particular activities, whether that’s fishing, family days out, or even watersports.
Ranger are big names in the category, offering pure fishing machines, while Pathfinder is renowned for their speed and high-performance bay boats. Contender, usually known for their offshore deep-V boats, offers models primed for shallow-water fishing, yet equipped with the impressive selection of accessories of their larger boats.
When it comes to aluminum bay boats, Lowe and G3 are big players in the sector with their tough yet affordable models, while brands such as Yellowfin, Sportsman Boats, and Bulls Bay Boats specialize in pocket bay boats as small as 20 feet.
Looking towards the fast-emerging hybrid bay boats and brands such as Caymas, with their twin engines, makes some suitable for offshore as well as shallow-water fishing. Everglades are meatier than your average bay boat, too, offering high performance, while Regulator has more transom deadrise than most bay boats.
Why Choose a Bay Boat?
Bay boats offer a versatility not seen in other shallow draft fishing boats, allowing them to traverse the choppier waters of open bays. They offer full fishing capabilities but are fun family boats too, and the hybrid models allow for more activities such as offshore fishing.
Why are Bay Boats Popular?
Bay boats are popular for their ability to function in many different ways. Different than the highly specialized bass boats, for example, bay boats appeal to fishing enthusiasts, families, and those simply looking to get out on the water in an easy to handle and trailer sturdy boat.
This text was written on the 12th of January 2024 by Samantha Wilson.
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