1990 Catalina Catalina 36

Step aboard and you’ll notice how much living space Catalina squeezed into 36 feet. The wide beam carries well aft, giving the cockpit a secure, social feel with room for crew or guests without crowding the helm. Below, generous tankage and smart storage make weekend getaways feel effortless, and the nav station is sized for real-world cruising, not just a token chart table. The rig is forgiving and balanced, so reefing and sail trim stay manageable even when the breeze pipes up. Owners love how easily these boats track under autopilot, and the moderate draft opens up quieter anchorages that deeper-keel cruisers have to pass by.

In this cruising ground, conditions can swing from light-air afternoons to choppy, breeze-on days, and the Catalina 36 is built to handle that range with confidence. The powerful yet manageable sail plan moves the boat well in softer winds, while the hull form and ballast keep her comfortable when the breeze fills in. Ventilation is excellent, with multiple opening ports and hatches that make life aboard pleasant in warmer climates. The roomy cockpit is ideal for long days under sun protection, and the reliable auxiliary engine gives peace of mind when navigating shallow channels, busy inlets, or tight marina fairways common to these waters.