Boats for Sale in Silver Springs

The Gateway to Ocala National Forest

Silver Springs is a natural state park which is in the center of Ocala. Founded in the 1870’s the park has grown to be a central tourist location, mainly for its boating and beauty. The site was not deemed to be a National Landmark until 1971. Silver Springs is unincorporated, and for the most part uninhabited by residence. Those who find listings for boats for sale in Silver Springs may need to consider the following prior to purchase.

Glass Bottom Boats

Silver Springs is known for the glass bottom boat tours. This could mean that the boats which are offered in that area will be customized with such. While the majority of the Glass Bottoms are comparable to large pontoons, other boats which are offered may be actual pontoon or small craft which has been aftermarket modified. Unless you are going to use the boat for touring purposes, it is recommended that you do not seek such boats as (a) there may be restrictions as to where you can use them and (b) if they have been altered post market, the boat may not be stable.

Boats for the surrounding areas

If you find recreational, non-commercial boats for sale in Silver Springs, the seller will more than likely be a resident of the nearby towns within Marion County, specifically Ocala, Anthony, Santos, Belleview, and Ocklawaha. As Silver Springs is more notable than some of the smaller cities, do not be surprised if a HydraSport, SeaHunt, or Boston Whaler is listed as being in Silver Springs when in actuality it is located 30 to 40 miles away.

When considering the boats for the area, the most common will be the angler vessels. The small lakes, as well as larger fresh water bodies such as Lake Weir, Gooski Prarie, lady lake, Newnans Lake, Lochioosa Lake, and Even Lake George (though it is on the opposite side of the Ocala National Forest off 40), dominate the boating market for the area. Expect to find Bay Boats, Gamefish boats, flat bottoms, and Skiffs in abundance.

Motor Considerations for Silver Springs

Those who live in the Silver Springs area should consider a boat with lower HP than those which live near the Gulf or the Atlantic. Typically, the boat you will want to seek out will be a single outboard engine vessel with a trolling package and wire harness. A 150HP Yamaha or 200HP Mercury is sufficient for most craft. If you decide on a dual or triple engine configuration, note that the legislation of Florida waterways under the wildlife preservation acts may limit your access to certain streams, rivers, and lakes.

Those who want to have a vessel which can be used in the Gulf as well as in the larger lakes could choose a 22 to 30’ Center Console angler boat or even an all-purpose walkaround. Silver Springs boats for sale may have a few selections in this genre. Look for vessels which have a T-top if considering a boat for fresh and salt water, especially if you wish to go offshore.

Docking Considerations for Silver Springs

Silver Springs Florida is not located on the coast or within close driving distance to a dock or marina. As such, potential buyers may wish to find a boat which has a trailer accompaniment. If a larger vessel is offered for sale in Silver Springs, check to see if the boat can be delivered to a dock or marina, as the drive to the Gulf is around 40 miles and the drive to the Atlantic is around 60 miles (a hefty hauling cost should you be required to move the boat from Silver Springs on your dime). Try to find a boat that is easy to haul or one which is already docked on the Gulf/Atlantic coast. When dealing with docks and marinas you may be able to transfer the services from the current owner. Contact the marina or the dock directly to see which options are available.

Finding the right boat listing for your needs

If you are seeking boats for sale in Silver Springs, Vessel Vendor may be able to help you find your dream boat. Vessel Vendor has a large selection of boats for sale from the major manufacturers. These pre-owned vessels are listed from boat enthusiasts and then paired with qualified buyers. Interested in listing your vessel with Vessel Vendor? Great! We are always looking for quality boats to offer to boat lovers. To list your boat please fill out the appropriate form on the site.

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