New and Used Walkaround Boats for Sale

Walkaround boats are most commonly used for fishing and they fall somewhere between a center console boat, a cabin cruiser, and a cuddy cabin boat. They have large wraparound decks and small cabins. There are many walkaround boats for sale, and you can search for new and used walkaround boats by location, price, and size.

Main Characteristics

As the name implies, walkaround boats are characterized by their wraparound decks which offer 360 degrees of fishing space. They will have a center console to allow for this, and a small cabin that offers overnight accommodation, as well as a compact head and galley space in some larger models. The walkaround boat is used primarily for fishing, and therefore usually comes equipped with plenty of storage, livewells, rod holders, and other angling accessories. The typically deep V-hull means they are well-suited to offshore waters as well as providing more cabin space below deck. This style of boat tends to be larger than a cuddy cabin boat yet smaller (and more affordable) than a cabin cruiser yacht.

Types of Walkaround Boat

Compact Boats

It's incredible what modern design can achieve, and the compact models of walkaround boats are the perfect example. Even at 19-21 feet they offer center console cockpits, impressive deck space for casting and reeling, cozy cabins, and all manner of fishing accessories for a successful day on the water. While it could be argued that these smaller, easily trailerable models are more of a cuddy cabin boat, the emphasis on fishing and the 360-degree deck ensures they deserve their place in this category.

Luxury Boats

These days luxury and fishing can very much go hand in hand, and there are some high-end, high-performance walkaround boats on the market that are just shy of being classified as luxury yachts. Sportfishing and high-end walkaround models bring serious fishability to the table while offering plenty of home comforts such as galleys and heads, comfortable seating and lounge pads, the latest electronics, stereo systems and more.

Fishing Boats

Most walkaround boats are designed with anglers in mind, and the wraparound deck is the main, although not only, feature. Having unhindered access to all decks allows for easy casting and reeling, plus most models will come with a broad selection of fishing accessories as standard. Fishing walkaround boats will include livewells, rod holders, swivel seats, tackle trays, fishboxes and more.

Family Boats

Walkaround boats tend to be very versatile, and while many of them are designed with fishing as the main activity, they usually have a lot of features (some more, some less) which make them ideal day or weekend boats for the whole family. Whether as standard or optional extras, choices include features such as stereos, biminis, ski tow bars, and plush upholstery.

Best Walkaround Boats Brands

Many of the top offshore fishing brands offer a version of the walkaround boat, and so there are plenty of good boat builders to choose from in this sector. Top brands such as Grady-White offer good value for money, especially their smaller models, which pack in comfort and fishing accessories with trailerability. Other brands such as Sea Hunt and Campion also build versatile, family-friendly compact and mid-sized models packed with accessories.

Looking at larger and more luxurious models of walkaround boats we have brands such as Scout with their plush home comforts, quad outboards, and impressive fishing accessories. Other similar brands include renowned Boston Whaler, whose larger models resemble small sports yachts and have two guest sleeping quarters, and luxury teak finishings. Intrepid also deserves mention in this category.

Finnish brand Axopar build some of the more unusual walkaround pilothouse cabin boats on the market, designed for adventurous pursuits and rugged weather, while Henriques Yachts' range of semi-custom sportfishing models qualify as walkarounds too with their huge deck space. Edgewater has an impressive range of walkarounds from 23 to 37 feet, with some fitting in a crossover category.

Why Choose a Walkaround Boat?

If you're in the market for a new or used fishing boat that the whole family can enjoy then the walkaround can be an ideal option. They range widely in size, from compact 20-foot models through to substantial 35-footers with roomy cabins, meaty outboards, and lots of luxuries.

Why are Walkaround Boats Popular?

Walkaround boats offer the best of many worlds. They're primed for fishing with their 360-degree decks and angling accessories, they have compact but comfortable cabins for weekend adventures, and they can be set up for other activities such as towing watersports or family days out. They are popular models as they offer the opportunities of a small sports yacht, without the high price tag.