Your Chesapeake Bay Boating Connection for 65 years!

2026 Parker 257 Explorer

This 2026 Parker 257 Explorer combines Parker’s proven pilothouse design with twin Yamaha power, premium Garmin electronics, a second control station and an impressive offshore fishing package. With just 93 hours on the port engine and 92 hours on the starboard engine, this late-model 257 Explorer offers low hours, extensive upgrades, documented service history and an included 2026 Load Rite tandem-axle trailer.

The enclosed pilothouse provides protection from wind, spray and changing weather, while the spacious cockpit, dual-station controls, carbon-fiber outriggers and abundant rod storage make this Parker equally capable for Chesapeake Bay fishing and offshore adventures. A forward berth, enclosed electric head and galley amenities add the comfort and convenience needed for family cruising and overnight trips.

Key Highlights

• Twin Yamaha F200XSA2 four-stroke outboards
• 93 port / 92 starboard engine hours
• Digital controls and integrated power steering
• Second bulkhead-mounted control station
• Dual Garmin GPSMAP 8612xsv displays
• Garmin Fantom 24X radar
• Yamaha autopilot
• Garmin VHF 115 and SiriusXM Weather
• Sionyx Nightwave low-light camera
• Black Oak low-profile light bar
• Seakeeper Ride vessel-control system
• Rupp Side Kick outriggers with 18' telescoping carbon-fiber poles and triple rigging
• 2026 Load Rite tandem-axle trailer included
• Hull and interior rated Excellent on brokerage check-in evaluation

Fishing & Cockpit Features

• Upgraded anodized 10-rod rocket launcher
• Four additional Parker stainless-steel rod holders
• Livewell and fish box
• Raw-water and freshwater washdowns
• Folding cockpit lounge seat
• Cockpit coaming bolsters
• West Coast bow rail
• Anchor windlass with 14-lb. Delta anchor
• Additional spreader light and cockpit lighting

Pilothouse & Comfort Features

• Forward berth
• Enclosed electric head
• Galley with freshwater sink, 12V refrigerator and stove
• Seaspension pedestal helm seat
• Wet Sounds stereo with four speakers
• Battery charger and multiple-battery system
• Opening windshields and sliding side windows

A Loaded, Versatile Parker Package

Whether you're fishing the Chesapeake Bay, heading offshore or spending the weekend on the water with family, this Parker 257 Explorer is exceptionally well equipped. Twin-engine power, dual control stations, premium electronics, radar, low-light camera, outriggers, Seakeeper Ride and overnight amenities come together in a turnkey package that would be difficult to duplicate without significant added expense.