2016 Cutwater Cutwater 26

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the Cutwater 26 squeezes big-boat function into a footprint that’s easy to handle solo or as a cruising couple. The clever hull design gives you a soft, confident ride at displacement or planing speeds, and the helm layout keeps everything within easy reach. Wide side decks and sturdy handholds make moving forward feel secure when you’re tending lines or dropping the hook. Inside, the convertible dinette and mid-cabin give you flexible sleeping options for guests or kids. The cockpit’s versatile seating lets you shift from fishing to sunset cocktails in a heartbeat, and generous storage throughout keeps cruising gear tucked away but always close at hand.

This Cutwater 26 is tailor-made for the mix of open channels, tidal passes, and snug coves you find in these local waters. The efficient diesel power and semi-planing hull let you throttle back for fuel-sipping scenic runs, or pick up speed to beat a weather window. A protected helm and solid windshield are a blessing when the breeze kicks up, while the compact length keeps moorage, slips, and tight fairways stress-free. Shoal draft and a well-balanced hull make exploring island anchorages, marine parks, and quiet inlets both comfortable and practical, all in a package that’s easy to trailer or relocate if your cruising grounds expand.