WILDWOOD BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Back‑Bay Pontooning in Wildwood: A 15‑Person Day on the Water
Rent a 15‑passenger pontoon from Bunker’s Marina to fish, crab, or cruise from Post Creek toward Sunset Lake—this guide lays out the logistics, limits and best stops for a safe, memorable outing.
Back‑Bay Pontooning in Wildwood: A 15‑Person Day on the Water.
Escape the ordinary on Wildwood and Wildwood Crest’s calm back bays: a 15‑passenger pontoon rental from Bunker’s Marina on Post Creek turns an indecisive afternoon into a day of fishing, crabbing, sun and easy stops at bayside bars and restaurants. No prior experience is required; the boats are equipped with 9.9 hp motors so a boater’s license is not necessary, and rentals are offered in 2.5‑ to 6‑hour blocks for groups looking for a short cruise or a longer day on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Easy, Social Boating on the Back Bay
Point the bow into quiet tidal channels, drop a line for bluefish or crab pots from the deck, or simply drift with friends and family—no prior boating experience needed and engines are limited to 9.9 hp to keep things simple.
Post Creek to Sunset Lake and Bayside Stops
Launch near Post Creek and cruise toward Sunset Lake with the option to tie up at any number of bayside bars and restaurants for food and drinks—an ideal loop for custom half‑day or multi‑hour plans.
Group‑First Rentals, With Important Weight Limits
The advertised 15‑passenger capacity follows U.S. Coast Guard guidelines and is tied to the vessel’s 2,250‑lb buoyancy figure; plan gear and coolers into that total and be prepared to rent a second boat if your party’s combined weight exceeds safe limits.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
A rental from Bunker’s Marina is low‑fuss: arrive at the marina, shove off into the sheltered back bay, and trade shoreline crowds for slow, sunlit channels where conversations, cast lines and cold drinks set the pace. Groups can tailor the day—short 2.5‑hour cruises, longer 6‑hour explorations, fishing, crabbing or hopping among waterfront eateries—without requiring licensed operators or advanced skills.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and when to rethink the plan.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered in 2.5‑hour up to 6‑hour options to suit half‑day or extended outings.
You must bring a valid ID; plan all coolers, gear and ice into the vessel’s total weight allowance when determining passenger numbers.
The launch and check‑in location is 745 West Montgomery Ave, Wildwood, NJ—the base for Bunker’s Marina on Post Creek.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can we rent the pontoon?
Rentals are available in 2.5‑hour to 6‑hour options.
Where do I meet for the rental?
Meet at 745 West Montgomery Ave, Wildwood, NJ—the Bunker’s Marina on Post Creek launch location.
Do I need a boating license or prior experience?
No; the boats have 9.9 hp motors so a boater’s license is not required and no prior experience is necessary.
What are the age or renter requirements?
Rentals require the renter to be age 18 or older.
How many people can the boat carry?
The vessel is rated for 15 passengers per U.S. Coast Guard guidelines, using 150 lb per passenger and a total buoyancy of 2,250 lb—coolers and gear must be deducted from that total and you may need to rent a second boat if your party exceeds safe limits.