2022 Parker 2801 Center Console

Step aboard and you’ll notice how the 2801’s layout feels bigger than her numbers. The wide, uncluttered cockpit leaves plenty of room to dance around a bent rod, while the forward seating transforms from casting deck to family lounge in seconds. High gunnels give a sense of security when the seas stand up, and the helm’s clean, modern dash is ready for your preferred electronics suite. Thoughtful touches—like deep, insulated fishboxes that double as storage, a roomy console with space to change or stow gear, and robust hardware everywhere you look—speak to Parker’s workboat heritage. It’s a boat you won’t baby; you’ll actually use it.

In these waters, where a calm morning can turn choppy by afternoon, the 2801’s offshore DNA really pays off. The deep, confident hull lets you stretch runs to distant reefs or shoals without beating up the crew, while still floating shallow enough to work nearshore rips and sandbars. Generous fuel capacity and efficient twins mean you can explore farther between fill-ups, a real advantage when marinas are spread out. The open, self-bailing deck handles sudden squalls and spray with ease, and there’s ample shade and seating for long days when friends and family tag along. It’s equally at home chasing pelagics or anchoring up for a lazy swim.