Fishing Boats For Sale in Anaheim, CA

Fishing Boat Buying Guide

There’s nothing nicer than taking your fishing boat out on the ocean or your favorite lake to spend time with your friends while you wait for the fish to bite. But to do that, you need a fishing boat first. Buying a fishing boat isn’t something you want to undertake lightly, which is why we’ve provided some helpful tips for you so you can narrow down your options to the best boat for your specific needs.

Where Are You Fishing?

It’s helpful to begin your shopping process with the place you intend to take your boat in mind. If you want to fish off the Pacific coast, you’re going to need a deep-V saltwater fishing boat that’s big enough and sturdy enough to handle choppy ocean waters. However, if you prefer to fish in shallow rivers, you’ll want a flat-bottomed boat that isn’t likely to run aground. Saltwater boats also tend to be made out of different materials than freshwater boats, since they have to be more corrosion-resistant.

What Features Matter to You?

Next, you should consider which features you’d most like your fishing boat to have. The more features you want, the more expensive the boat will be, but if you need them, it’s worth it. A fishing boat might come with rod holders, livewells, baitwells, swivel seats, a cooler, a depth gauge, and more. 

• Rod holders are anchors that let you rest your rod over the side of the boat so you can move away from the rod for a few minutes. 

• Livewells and baitwells are tanks of aerated fresh water that keep your catches and your bait fresh and swimming until you get back to shore. 

• Swivel seats are a common option on fishing boats since they allow you to move back and forth in one spot so you can cast your line off either side of the boat.

• Coolers keep your snacks and drinks cold while you fish.

• A depth gauge tells you how deep the water you’re in is, so you can determine which fish might be biting under the surface.

Sometimes, you can install some of these features after you buy the boat, but if you know you want them and will use them, it makes sense to get a fishing boat that already has them.

When you’re ready to check out an amazing selection of new and used fishing boats for sale in California, visit our dealership in Anaheim. We can help you out with boat consignment, too, if you’re looking to trade in your current model for a new one. Boat House of Anaheim proudly serves our customers in the cities of Huntington Beach and Newport Beach, CA.