2018 Parker 2820 Xld

Step into the cabin and you’ll appreciate why Parker pilothouses have such a loyal following. The helm offers excellent sightlines all around, with enough dash space for serious electronics and radar. Inside, there’s room to get out of the wind, sip coffee on the run out, and stow foul-weather gear so it’s not cluttering the cockpit. The high gunwales and heavy, confidence-inspiring feel underfoot make it easy to move around while setting lines or handling a big fish at the rail. Twin outboards give you the redundancy and punch to run loaded with ice, divers, and gear, while the hull’s generous bow flare keeps spray down when the afternoon chop builds.

In this region, where conditions can shift from glassy to stacked-up in a single tide change, the 2820 XLD’s deep, solid hull and enclosed pilothouse really shine. Long runs to offshore structure or distant reefs are more comfortable when the crew can duck inside, stay dry, and still keep an eye on the spread. The wide working deck and stable platform suit both drift fishing and anchoring over wrecks, while efficient outboards keep fuel burn reasonable on those extended days. With ample storage for tackle, tanks, and safety gear, this model is well-suited to the mixed bag of trolling, bottom fishing, and diving that local waters demand.