1989 Morgan 44 Center Cockpit

Step below and you’re greeted by the kind of volume and headroom you don’t usually see in a 44-footer. The center cockpit layout gives you that true “owner’s cabin” aft, with a private companionway feel and a berth you can actually stretch out on. Tankage is generous, and systems are laid out so you can trace wiring and plumbing without becoming a contortionist. On deck, the high boom and wide side decks make moving forward underway feel secure, and the substantial toerail and handholds encourage you to go forward even when it’s lumpy. Under sail, these Morgans carry their speed without demanding constant trimming, so long passages are pleasantly low-drama.

This 44’s hull form and weight are well suited to the mixed conditions you’ll see here—enough displacement to shoulder aside a chop, yet slippery enough to ghost along in lighter air between systems. The center cockpit keeps you high and dry when afternoon breezes kick up, while the protected companionway and solid dodger area make watch-keeping civilized in drizzle and spray. Shoal-friendly draft and a sensible underbody let you explore snug anchorages without sacrificing offshore capability. With ample storage, real tankage, and a layout that works both at anchor and on passage, this Morgan is a practical choice for extended cruising in these varied coastal and inland waters.