Grady-White Coastal Explorers
An exclusive shallow water vessel in a class of its own, with more rough water capability than any bay boat
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About Grady-White Grady-White Coastal Explorers
The Coastal Explorer is Grady-White's answer to anglers who need to fish the flats and backcountry without sacrificing the ability to run offshore when conditions allow. This unique hull design drafts shallow enough for skinny water access while maintaining the legendary Grady-White ride quality that lets you venture further offshore than any traditional bay boat. If Southwest Florida's diverse waterways are your playground -- from Pine Island flats to offshore reefs -- the Coastal Explorer is your ideal companion.
Key Highlights
- Shallow draft for accessing flats and backcountry
- Grady-White hull quality for open water capability
- Low-profile center console with excellent visibility
- Integrated trolling motor mount on select models
- Ample rod storage and release livewells
- Yamaha outboard power optimized for efficiency
- Polling platform ready for sight fishing
- Perfect for Southwest Florida's diverse waterways
Find Your Perfect Grady-White Coastal Explorer
Visit our Fort Myers showroom or call to schedule a private sea trial. Trade-ins welcome, financing available.
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Grady-White Coastal Explorers Models
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Coastal Explorers in Stock
3 available now at Fish Tale Boats
Ready to Find Your Dream Boat?
Visit our Fort Myers showroom or our Bonita Springs location (by appointment) for a personal consultation and sea trial. Our team is standing by to help you make the best decision for your family.
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Grady-White Coastal Explorers: Common Questions
What is a Grady-White Coastal Explorer?
The Coastal Explorer is Grady-White's shallow-water series: a hull designed to reach skinny inshore water while keeping the ability to run nearshore when conditions allow.
Where does a Coastal Explorer fit in Southwest Florida waters?
It is built for the kind of water Southwest Florida anglers fish most: the flats and backcountry of Estero Bay, Pine Island Sound and Charlotte Harbor, with the option to head out into the Gulf on calmer days.
How is a Coastal Explorer different from a bay boat?
Grady-White positions the Coastal Explorer as a shallow-water boat with more rough-water capability than a traditional bay boat.
How do I get started on a Grady-White Coastal Explorer at Fish Tale Boats?
Fish Tale Boats is an authorized Grady-White dealer. Request a sea trial through our contact page, get a trade-in value online, and apply for financing pre-approval online whenever you are ready.
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