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How to rent a bass boat?

1

Find the perfect boat

Enter your desired location and date to explore our fleet of bass boats.

2

Select a captain

Choose to drive yourself or select a USCG licensed captain.

3

Book with ease

Connect with your boat owner and complete your booking online.

4

Set sail

Enjoy your day on the water with friends and family!


Why Boatsetter?

As the global leader in peer-to-peer boat rentals, Boatsetter offers an easy, safe and accessible way to experience on-the-water adventure. With boat rentals in 600+ locations, finding a boat is easy and with the option to tap into the largest network of USCG licensed captains, boating experience is not required.

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  • 5/5 stars

    Chue has an amazing boat. It has everything you need to have an great day on the water. Boat ran perfect with no...

    Brett

    Jun 2025

  • The trip couldn’t have gone better. Bob was very professional and knowledgeable about the boat and the lake we had...

    Weston

    Jun 2025

  • Very good experience, had fun with my friends and the boat is just great, had no issues at all

    Isaiah

    May 2025

  • Can’t thank Bob enough for today! He was ready to hit the water bright and early. Had everything we needed for a...

    Ryan

    May 2025

  • Great little boat and an overall fantastic rental experience. 10/10 will rent again.

    John

    May 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    CHUE GREAT GUY WAS ON TIME AND GAVE VERY GOOD INSTRUCTIONS ON HIS BOAT. THANKS CHUE
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    john

    Apr 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    Awesome boat with no issues and Chue is friendly, helpful, and punctual.

    Brett

    Apr 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    Wow! What an amazing day on the delta! Chuey was so nice, calm and stress feee when he explained to us how to use the...

    jonas

    Apr 2025

  • These guys are so awesome to work with and very nice boat. Super highly recommend !!! Absolutely will be renting...

    Judd

    Mar 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    Chue was a great host! Gave me all the info and tips to have the best and safe trip possible. His boat was awesome...

    Jaime

    Mar 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    Everything was great. Communication was outstanding, and the boat was perfect. I would definitely go with Richard...

    Chris

    Mar 2025

  • Excellent experience. Owner was extremely friendly, helpful and would def rent from him again. Great time .. highly...

    David

    Mar 2025


Best Activities You Can Do With a Bass Boat

Thousands of bass boaters take their vessels on recreational fishing trips. Whether they cruise a nearby lake, or explore secluded fishing spots on a miles-long river, a bass boat is ideal for both purposes.

Professional anglers fish for a living, entering high-level tournaments across the country. Although they maintain top-of-the-line boats and equipment, their sponsors often cover much of the cost.

Bass boats’ streamlined hull shape and flat bottom enable them to achieve speeds of over 100mph. Some bass boat owners have capitalized on their boat’s performance, becoming active in the bass boat racing circuit.

Finally, some successful bass boaters have carved out bass boat excursion businesses. They’ll likely need a U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License to show their paying passengers the region’s top fishing spots.

What types of waters are best for Bass Boats?

Bass boaters generally prefer relatively calm lakes and rivers without much chop (or wave action). From a practical standpoint, calmer conditions mean fewer disturbances for those crafty fish.

Bass boats have a very low profile, a flat bottom, and a shallow draft. Their engines often permit them to travel at high speeds. Although bass boats glide over the water instead of plowing through it, flying up a choppy river could be uncomfortable. Hitting a log or other obstacle at high speed could result in boat damage and/or passenger injuries.

Some bass boats can be used in freshwater and saltwater, and these boats will be clearly labeled. Other bass boats should only be used in freshwater. These vessels’ outboard engines and other components could be damaged by saltwater intrusion. When renting a bass boat through Boatsetter, ask the owner what types of waters the boat can traverse.


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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a boat?

The cost to rent a boat depends on whether you are renting for a half-day or a full day, the boat features and the boat size can impact your boat rental price. Rental prices can range from $200 to $1,000 plus depending on the boat rental itself and the length of time of the rental.

How many people can fit on the boat rental?

The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat’s size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.

How old do you have to be to rent a boat?

You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat?

Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.

How much does it cost to rent a boat for the day?

The cost of renting a boat for the day on average ranges from $200 to $1200. The cost to rent a boat varies depending on the size of the boat and the length of time that you will be using the boat.


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What is a Bass Boat?

A bass boat is a purpose-designed boat intended specifically for bass fishing trips. These boats range from 16 to 26 feet in length, and most models carry 2 or 3 passengers. Larger models may hold up to 5 anglers.

Manufacturers make bass boats for recreational and/or tournament use. Tournament models have beefier construction, sophisticated electronics, and other high-end features.

Although these sleek, low-profile boats serve their purpose, they carry relatively few passengers and are unsuitable for other types of fishing. In addition, even the recreational models are quite expensive. However, dedicated bass fishing fans rarely worry about these issues.

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