2008 Cobia 256 Center Console

Step aboard this 25-foot Cobia and you can feel it’s been owned by someone who actually uses a boat the right way—often, but gently. The 256 layout shines with a deep cockpit, tall gunwales, and a forward area that easily shifts from casting deck to lounge space for the family. The helm has that clean, modern look thanks to updated electronics and refreshed upholstery that still has its shape. Wide side decks and sturdy bow rails make moving forward safe and easy when you’re working the anchor or chasing a fish around the bow. It’s the kind of hull that feels solid underfoot, even when the afternoon chop shows up.

A 25-foot center console like the Cobia 256 is a sweet spot for local waters where you may jump from inshore flats to open channels in a single outing. The sharp entry and substantial freeboard handle short, confused chop comfortably, while the manageable size still lets you tuck into shallower creeks, sandbars, and tight marina slips. With efficient power and a hull that likes to run on plane without pounding, it’s ideal for island-hopping runs, nearshore fishing, or quick sunset cruises. Plenty of insulated storage, a roomy head in the console, and family-friendly seating make it a practical, do-it-all platform for this area’s mix of fishing grounds and leisure anchorages.