2025 Tidewater 2500 Carolina Bay

The 2025 Tidewater 2500 Carolina Bay is a 25-foot bay boat built for shallow water and inshore fishing. Powered by a Yamaha 300-horsepower 4-stroke engine, it features a hydraulic jack plate with 10 inches of lift for accessing thin water. The boat is equipped with SeaStar steering and power-assist steering for smooth helm control, along with trim tabs and indicators for performance tuning.

The center console layout includes a fiberglass T-top with glass enclosure and a gray standard console kit. Navigation and fish-finding electronics comprise a Garmin GPSMAP 1243xsv paired with a Garmin GT12M transducer offering 20-degree CHIRP sonar. The helm features a gray pad with Tidewater logo, while the interior combines white and black upholstery throughout. A JL Audio system with a 105-watt multimedia hub, six M6 speakers, 8-channel DSP amplifier, and 10-inch stern subwoofer provides entertainment.

The boat accommodates serious anglers with dual insulated livewells, a leaning post with tackle storage, in-deck mid-bow rod holders, and a pair of white kingfish rod holders. A fiberglass three-step swim platform, six pull-up cleats, and Phender Pro fender cleats support boarding and docking. A fresh water shower, raw water wash-down system, and a Yeti 65-quart cooler with slide complete the fishing-focused equipment. Interior storage includes a cooler slide beneath the deluxe drop bolster leaning post. The electronics and dual battery switch are wired to the console, supported by a finished bilge liner and compass for navigation. Sea Blaze Mini RGB underwater lights add optional ambiance.