Best Fishing Pontoon Boats of the Year

Fishing is fun, and it’s even better when you can get the whole gang together to celebrate those great catches and commiserate over the ones that got away. That’s a big reason why pontoon boats made for fishing have become so popular, since they take everything good about a custom fishing boat and make it that much better. With plenty of space to spread out and comfortable lounge seats to enjoy when the fish don’t want to cooperate, fishing pontoon boats might just be the best fishing boats of all.

Still not convinced? We bring you six of the best fishing pontoon boats to explore. With their comfort, amenities and genuine fishing credentials, we think you’ll agree these boats are hard to beat.

Crestliner 180 Sprint Fish & Cruise

Crestliner 180 Sprint Fish & Cruise

Featuring two deluxe fishing seats, port and starboard storage compartments and easy access to a large 15-gallon live well in the bow, the Crestliner 180 Sprint comes ready to fish right from the showroom floor. Of course a modern helm station offers easy-to-read gauges and plenty of room to mount electronics, while spacious port and starboard storage compartments, each with 2 drink holders, accommodate a mountain of gear. A Bimini top even comes standard. Learn more here.

• Length: 18’ 3”
• Beam: 8”
• Fuel capacity: 6 gal. portable
• Passenger capacity: 9
• Maximum power: 75 hp

Lowe SF 212

Lowe SF 212

The Lowe SF 212 features twin pedestal-mount fishing seats in the back surround an available stern fishing station that includes a built-in live well. A comfortable L-shaped lounge seat amidships, and big twin loungers in the bow offer enticing spots to stretch out and enjoy the Bluetooth-compatible Jensen MS30 stereo when you’ve had your fill of catching dinner. A variety of Lowrance Hook2 fish finders and MotorGuide electric motors are available as attractive factory options on one of the best fishing pontoon boats available. Learn more here.

• Length: 21’ 4”
• Beam: 8’ 6”
• Fuel capacity: 24 gal.
• Passenger capacity: 13
• Maximum power: 115 /150 hp w. TL pkg.

Lund LX 220 Fish & Cruise

Lund LX 220

Lund’s LX 220 Fish & Cruise pontoon includes comfy lounge seats up front and a stern fishing station with a rod locker, a live well and tackle tray storage, so you can either relax with a good book or try your hand at catching a tasty fish dinner. Or opt for the available 4 Point model with a pedestal-mount fishing seat in each corner surrounding the helm and a central L-shaped lounger. Either way, you’ll enjoy plenty of casting space and a standard Bimini top. Learn more here.

• Length: 21’ 1”
• Beam: 8’ 6”
• Fuel capacity: 28 gal.
• Passenger capacity: 9
• Maximum power: 175 hp

Starcraft CX 23 Fish FD

Starcraft CX 23 FD

A spacious port-side lounge and comfy bow seating make this a pontoon the whole family will love, while the anglers in the family will really like its high-back fishing chairs in the stern. The aft fishing station includes a live well and rod storage while the helm comes with tilt steering, an AM/FM/Bluetooth-enabled stereo and a deluxe Captain’s chair. Add a power canopy or an available camper top to make this one of the best fishing pontoon boats going for a fishing weekender. Learn more here.

• Length: 23’ 10”
• Beam: 102”
• Fuel capacity: 30 gal.
• Passenger capacity: 12
• Maximum power: 150 hp/250 w. tri-toon

SunChaser Geneva 20 4 Pt

SunChaser Geneva 20 4 Point

Four fishing seats – one in each corner – plus rod storage and a built-in live well make SunChaser’s Geneva 20 4 Pt. perfect for enjoying the sun with or without a fishing rod. The stern seats in this pontoon fishing boat share a centrally-positioned rear fishing station with four vertical rod racks, a pair of flush-mount rod holders, two stainless steel beverage holders and an integrated live well to keep the day’s catch fresh. An in-gunnel rod storage locker provides a safe place to stow additional tackle safely out of sight. Learn more here.

• Length: 20’ 9”
• Beam: 102”
• Fuel capacity: 20 gal.
• Passenger capacity: 10
• Maximum power: 125 hp

Sylvan Party Fish 8522

Sylvan 8522 Party Fish

The final entry on our list of the best fishing pontoon boats is Sylvan’s Party Fish 8522, which features a pair of premium fishing seats in the stern, a spacious port-side sofa and double loungers up in the bow for comfort and versatility. A deluxe rear fishing station with an integrated live well and bait prep area, a changing room for switching out of wet swimwear, a standard Jensen MS3A AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth connectivity and a 10-foot Bimini top give this boat everything needed for an awesome time on the water. Learn more here.

• Length: 23’ 10”
• Beam: 102”
• Fuel capacity: 30 gal.
• Passenger capacity: 12
• Maximum power: 150 hp