DUTCH JOHN BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Slow-rolling, spacious: Cedar Springs Marina’s 25' Party Barge in Dutch John
A full-day, 9.5-hour rental for groups up to 10 for relaxed cruising, sightseeing and fishing—with room for coolers, SUPs and pets and safety gear provided.
Slow-rolling, spacious: Cedar Springs Marina’s 25' Party Barge in Dutch John.
The 25' Party Barge from Cedar Springs Marina is a simple, sturdy deck boat built for slow‑paced days on the water. Designed to carry up to ten people, it’s ideal for cruising, casual fishing and shoreline sightseeing, with ample deck room for coolers, SUPs and pets and all required safety gear supplied.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Roomy, straightforward deck layout
A basic, sturdy deck boat with a 60 HP 4‑stroke outboard and plenty of open deck space for coolers, stand‑up paddleboards and pets. The hard‑top awning shades roughly two‑thirds of the boat and swim ladders make water access easy.
Leisurely cruising and fishing
Designed for relaxed days rather than speed or towing—expect top speeds of about 12–15 mph depending on load and headwinds—perfect for drifting, sightseeing and casual angling.
Safety and simple logistics
All safety equipment is provided on board, including life jackets, a fire extinguisher, sounding device, throwable flotation device and an oar—everything required for an untroubled day on the water.
What the day feels like
What a day on the party barge feels like
A full 9.5‑hour day aboard unfolds at an unhurried pace: a roomy deck for spreading out coolers, setting up fishing gear or launching a SUP, shaded seating under the hard top and easy water access via swim ladders. The craft is not outfitted for towing or watersports and carries no fish finder—its strength is uncomplicated, social time afloat.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring coolers, food and any personal gear; the boat has room for coolers and SUPs and allows pets. The operator supplies all required safety equipment.
All safety equipment is provided: life jackets, fire extinguisher, sounding device, throwable flotation device and an oar. The boat also has swim ladders and a hard‑top awning covering about two‑thirds of the deck.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the rental?
The rental duration is 9.5 hours.
How much does the party barge cost?
The rate is $300 per day.
What is the passenger capacity?
The boat has a 10‑person capacity.
Are pets allowed on board?
Yes—pets are allowed on these boats.
Do I need to be a certain age to rent?
Renters must be over 18 to rent; there are no age requirements for accompanying passengers.
Is the boat equipped for watersports or towing?
No—the party barges are not equipped for towing or water sports and do not have a fish finder.
What about multi‑day rentals?
Multi‑day rentals must be consecutive, returned by 5:30pm each day and may be picked up again the following day as early as 8:00am.
What safety equipment is provided?
All safety equipment is provided, including life jackets, a fire extinguisher, a sounding device, a throwable flotation device and an oar.