2006 Bayliner 175 Bowrider

This 175 Bowrider hits that sweet spot between nimble runabout and true family day boat. At just over 17 feet, it’s easy to handle at the ramp and light enough to tow with many mid-size vehicles, yet the open bow and wraparound cockpit seating make it feel surprisingly spacious once you’re on the water. The walk-through windshield gives you quick access forward, and the low swim platform with integrated ladder makes re-boarding after a swim simple for kids and adults. Bayliner’s practical layout means plenty of under-seat storage to stash lines, fenders, and gear, keeping the cockpit uncluttered and comfortable.

A 175 Bowrider is perfectly suited to the mix of protected waterways and busier open stretches you find here. Its size and hull design handle afternoon chop with confidence while still being shallow-draft enough to nose into quiet coves and sandbars. The open bow is great for sightseeing along the shoreline, and the efficient sterndrive keeps fuel use in check during long cruising days. Launch ramps and marinas in this region tend to be busy, so the boat’s trailer-friendly length and easy maneuvering are a real advantage, whether you’re slipping into a narrow ramp lane or tucking into a tight storage space.