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2026 Parker 257 EXPLORER

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257 EXPLORER

The Parker 257 Explorer is a versatile and durable pilothouse boat built for both serious anglers and recreational boaters seeking performance, comfort, and reliability. Its spacious, fully enclosed cabin provides protection from the elements, ensuring a comfortable ride in all weather conditions. The expansive deck area offers ample space for fishing and gear storage, while the thoughtfully designed interior maximizes convenience and comfort for longer excursions. This model now comes standard with Seakeeper Ride, dramatically improving stability and completely transforming how the boat handles and performs in all conditions. The 257 Explorer is equally well-suited for adventure, leisure, and offshore fishing, offering the versatility to enjoy serious angling, family cruising, or a day exploring sandbars and coastal waters. With its rugged construction, reliable performance, and superior seaworthiness, the Parker 257 Explorer delivers a premium on-water experience while reflecting Parker’s commitment to quality, innovation, and functionality.

Specifications
Model
EXPLORER
Category Name
Boat
Year
2026
Sale Type
New
Manufacturer
Parker
Beam
9' 7"
Length
25' 4"
Max HP
500
Deadrise
19º
Dry Weight
6480 lbs
Hull Draft
20"
Powered By
F300USB, F350USA2, Twin F150XSA2, Twin F200XSA2, Twin F250XSB
Fuel Capacity
179 Gal
LOA (w/bracket)
27' 5"
Passenger Rating
12
LOA (w/ Pulpit And Motor)
30' 3"
standard features

HULL

  • Limited Lifetime Hull Warranty - Transferrable to 2nd owner* (See warranty details)
  • Flotation Foam
  • Self-Bailing Cockpit
  • Thru-Bolted Hull & Deck Joint (Stainless Steel Fasteners)
  • Heavy Duty Rub Rail w/ Stainless Steel Insert
  • Gemlux premium cup holders (4)
  • Stainless Steel Bow Rail (1 ¼" diameter)
  • Stainless Steel Handrails on Top & Sides of Pilothouse
  • Stainless Steel Flush Mount Cleats (2 Bow, 2 Midship & 2 Stern)
  • Swim Platform w/ Ladder
  • Seakeeper 450 Ride System

Cabin, Helm, Electronics

  • Twin Berths: 76"L x 64"W, 44" Headroom, Storage & Cushions, Headliner, Portlights (Port & Starboard) w/ Screens, Overhead Ventilation Hatch w/ Screen, Anchor Locker Door, Lockable Entrance Door w/ Companionway Hatch
  • Pilothouse: 59"L x 82"W, 76" Headroom, Tinted Windshields (Port & Starboard Opening), Sliding Side Windows w/ Anodized Aluminum Frame & Forward), Companion Seats (Port, Starboard, & Aft) & Interior Storage, Non-Skid on Pilothouse Floor, Grabrails (Port & Starboard) on Aft Bulkhead, Cup Holders (2) on Dash, LED Cabin Lighting
  • STANDARD CABIN CONFIGURATION: Port: Forward facing seat and inward facing rear companion seat, Starboard: Captain Chair and inward facing rear companion seat
  • Windshield Wipers (Port & Starboard)
  • Windlass with 300' of Anchor Rode
  • Hydraulic Steering w/ Stainless Steel Wheel
  • Wetsounds Stereo with Speakers (4)
  • LED Spreader Light
  • Blue LED Underwater Lights (2) - 6 LED Light
  • LED Cockpit Lighting

Garmin Packages

  • Garmin GPS Map 943 XS & GT12M-TH Transducer w/ VHF 115 & Antenna

Seating & Upholstery

  • Standard White Parker Upholstery
  • Cockpit Coaming Bolsters (Port & Starboard)

Fishing Features

  • Full Transom w/ Bracket (Swim Platform & Ladder), Transom Fish box, 35 Gallon Livewell and Transom Door
  • Gunwale Mounted Stainless Steel Rod Holders (4)
  • Rocket Launcher, Aluminum, 6 Rods
  • Rod Storage & Toe Rails Under Gunwale

Comfort Convenience

  • Raw Water Wash Down
  • Fresh Water Washdown
  • Electric Flushing Head w/Holding Tank & Macerator Pump
  • Pulpit w/ Roller

 

options
Hull color options

Hull

  • Hull Color: Marsh Mist, Tide's Edge Blue, Ocracoke Dusk, Shackleford Tan, Horizon Blue, Mocha Mousse, Gun Metal Grey, Brackish Mahagony, Fathom Blue, Blackwater Cypress
  • Two Tone Hull (Bootstripe included)
  • Bootstripe (Dark Gray, Navy, White, Black)
  • Premium Cabin Color (Must get Evercor or Dek-it upgrade) (Shackleford Tan, Mocha Moose, Gun Metal Gray)
  • West Coast Bow Rail
  • White Rub Rail w/ Stainless Steel Insert
  • Bow Thruster with Joystick for Helm Station
  • Bow Thruster with Joysticks for Helm & Second Station

Cabin, Helm, Electronics

  • 2nd Station for F300USB (Freestanding or Bulkhead)
  • 2nd Station for F350USB2 (Freestanding or Bulkhead)
  • 2nd Station for Twin F150XSA2/F200XSA2 (Freestanding or Bulkhead)
  • LED Spreader Lights (1 additional)
  • Black Oak Low Pro light bar
  • Black Oak LED 30” curved light bar
  • Sionyx Nightwave Nightvision Camera
  • Wet Sounds LED Speaker Upgrade
  • Upgraded LED Underwater Lights (2) - Lumitec Quattro Blue/White
  • Battery Charger, 2 Bank
  • Bolt on Digital Electric Steering

Garmin Packages

  • Garmin GPS Map 8610 XSV & GT12M-TH w/ VHF 115 & Antenna
  • Garmin GPS Map 8612 XSV & GT12M-TH w/ VHF 115 & Antenna
  • Garmin Sirius XM Weather GXM54
  • Garmin 18 xHD Radar
  • Garmin 24 xHD Radar

Seating & Upholstery

  • Upholstery Package with premium Parker Stitching: Chill Brown, Chill Navy, White Premium
  • Seaspension Pedestal w/ Footrest
  • Deluxe Helm Chair Upgrade (STBD) *matches selected upholstery
  • Seaspension Pedestal w/ Footrest
  • Seaspension Pedestal w/ Footrest (Companion)
  • Port Inboard Facing Lounge Seat (not available with Companion Seaspension) *matches selected upholstery
  • Folding Cockpit Lounge Seat *matches selected upholstery

Fishing Features

  • Rocket Launcher with 6 rods holders: White Powdercoat, Black Powdercoat
  • Upgraded rocket launcher with 9 rod holders: Anodized, White Powdercoat, Black Powder Coat
  • 4 Tray Tackle Storage Cabinet in Companion Seat

Comfort Convenience

  • Evercor Flooring Package: Brown/Tan, Gray/Black
  • Dek-it Flooring Package: Gray/Black
  • Cockpit Sunshade (Black Canvas w/ Stainless Steel Frame)
  • Galley Cabinet w/ Sink, Freshwater Tank, 12v Refrigerator, & Stove
  • Dometic 12V Air Conditioner
  • Shrink Wrap