EUREKA SPRINGS BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Sun, Space and a Well-Powered Deck: 26' Pontoon (175HP) on Eureka Springs Waters
A 26-foot, 175HP pontoon rented from Starkey Marina in Eureka Springs — available in 4- or 8-hour blocks, seats up to 11 people, pet-friendly (under 60 lbs), and fishing is not permitted.
Sun, Space and a Well-Powered Deck: 26' Pontoon (175HP) on Eureka Springs Waters.
This is a simple, deliberate way onto the water: step aboard a roomy 26-foot pontoon, slide into shade or sun on a quiet deck, and let hours dissolve into the steady thrum of a 175-horsepower engine. The platform is set up for relaxed social outings — bring a small dog, gather friends, and spend a half- or full-day cruising from Starkey Marina in Eureka Springs.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Room for the Group
The pontoon seats up to eleven people, making it a natural choice for family outings, group picnics on the water, or a relaxed afternoon with friends.
Pet-Friendly, But With Limits
The rental welcomes pets, provided each animal weighs less than 60 pounds — a detail that lets owners plan ahead for a comfortable on-deck companion.
Flexible Rental Windows and Use Restrictions
Rentals are offered in 4- or 8-hour increments and carry specific use limitations — note that fishing from this vessel is not allowed.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
Boarding is straightforward and social: a spacious deck, low railings and a throttle that responds with a steady, confident push. Whether you stake out the bow for sun or spread out at the rear for shade, the day unfolds in even stretches — cruising, stopping to relax, and returning to the marina before the engines are stilled.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Travel light and bring what you need for a day on deck; if you plan to bring a pet, ensure the animal is under 60 pounds.
Be aware of on-boat restrictions before you go — notably, fishing is not permitted from this rental.
Pets are allowed aboard the pontoon only if each pet weighs less than 60 pounds.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Are pets allowed on the pontoon?
Yes — pets are allowed, provided each pet weighs less than 60 pounds.
How long can I rent the pontoon?
Rentals are offered in 4- or 8-hour blocks.
How many people can the pontoon seat?
The pontoon seats up to 11 people.
Am I old enough to rent this boat?
You must be at least 21 years old to rent the pontoon.
Can I fish from this pontoon?
No — fishing is not allowed from this rental.
Where do I pick up the pontoon?
Pick-up and return are handled by Starkey Marina in Eureka Springs.