BIG ARM SAILING FIELD GUIDE
Bareboat Day Sails on Flathead: Capri 22s out of Big Arm
Three- and six-hour bareboat rentals of a 22-ft Capri on Flathead Lake for certified, experienced sailors — this guide explains the route between Big Arm Bay and Wild Horse Island and what to expect.
Bareboat Day Sails on Flathead: Capri 22s out of Big Arm.
On Flathead Lake’s broad blue stage, the Capri 22 bareboat rental delivers a compact, responsive day sail for experienced hands. Launched from Big Arm, these 3- or 6-hour outings put sailors in control of a nimble 22-foot Capri as they work the steady winds between Big Arm Bay and Wild Horse Island, with options to paddle or swim off the boat for a cool interlude.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Capri 22: A compact, responsive daysailer
The Capri 22 is offered as a bareboat rental for day sails out of Big Arm, suited to certified or experienced sailors who want hands-on control without a captain.
Windward runs between Big Arm Bay and Wild Horse Island
Sailors can expect to ply the consistent winds that sweep the corridor between Big Arm Bay and Wild Horse Island, making for engaging upwind and reaching legs within a day-sail framework.
Paddle, kayak or swim from the boat
Trips can be augmented with paddling or a swim directly from the sailboat, offering a chance to cool off and explore shorelines and bays between sailing legs.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
This is a hands-on day sail: launch from Big Arm, trim sails on the Capri 22, and work the steady lake breeze on 3- or 6-hour circuits that keep you close to scenic bays and the silhouette of Wild Horse Island — with time to stop, paddle or swim off the hull.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are day sails available in 3- or 6-hour blocks.
Trips can include kayaking, paddleboarding or swimming from the boat, so plan accordingly if you intend to use those options.
All rentals depart from the Big Arm area on Flathead Lake.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is a captain provided with the Capri 22 rental?
No — these are bareboat rentals; no captain is provided.
How long can I rent the Capri 22 for?
Rentals are offered as day sails for either 3 or 6 hours.
Do I need sailing experience to rent?
Yes — the rental requires experienced or certified sailors; novices should not book without proper skills.
Where do trips depart from?
Trips depart from the Big Arm area on Flathead Lake.
Can I kayak, paddleboard or swim during the rental?
Yes — outings can be enhanced with kayaking or paddleboarding, and swimming from the boat is an option.