2004 Catalina Catalina 310

Below decks, the 310 feels more like a much larger cruiser, with that signature queen island berth forward and generous headroom that makes overnighting genuinely comfortable. The wide beam carries well aft, so the salon and galley don’t feel pinched, even with guests aboard. On deck, the sail plan is easily managed by a short-handed crew, with all lines led aft and a traveler right at hand for precise trim. The walk-through transom and swim platform make it simple to hop in the dinghy or cool off at anchor. She’s the kind of boat that encourages spontaneous weekend escapes and unrushed evenings in the cockpit after the hook is set.

This Catalina 310 is particularly well suited to local waters that mix light-air days with occasional brisk afternoon breezes. The moderate draft lets you sneak into quieter anchorages and explore shallower creeks without anxiety, while still tracking well in open stretches. Her cockpit layout is ideal for long, relaxed days under sail, yet she’s compact enough to slip into tighter marina slips and crowded mooring fields. The efficient diesel sips fuel on those motoring legs between destinations, and the comfortable accommodations mean you can stretch a day sail into a full weekend cruise whenever the forecast cooperates.