1977 Alden Boothbay Explorer

This 1977 Alden Boothbay Explorer is a 58-foot classic ketch designed by John Alden and built by Hodgdon Brothers in East Boothbay, Maine. The fiberglass hull embodies the heavy-displacement design philosophy that defines this renowned cruising yacht, with a beam of 15.5 feet providing stability and generous interior volume.

The interior accommodates three private cabins and three heads with showers, along with an enclosed pilothouse. Diesel heating and reverse-cycle air conditioning provide year-round comfort, while abundant storage supports extended voyaging or liveaboard use.

Power comes from a Perkins 120 HP diesel engine coupled with a Northern Lights generator installed in 2019. The boat carries 400 gallons of fuel and 500 gallons of water. Additional systems include solar charging, modern Garmin electronics, and diesel heat—all supporting serious cruising capability. The yacht cruises at 7 knots.

Built with the offshore-capable hull design for which the Boothbay Explorer line is known, this boat combines the craftsmanship of its era with practical systems for long-range coastal and bluewater cruising.