Beautiful Boating Destinations

Owning a boat allows you to travel to breathtaking locations most people cannot access. Pick A Slip has gathered a list of the top 10 lakes to go boating on in North America picked by over 5,000 boaters. Check out their full article here.

1. Lewisville Lake, Texas
2. Wheeler Lake, Alabama
3. Lake Marion, South Carolina
4. Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri
5. Lake Champlain, New York/Vermont/Quebec
6. Lake Lanier, Georgia
7. Norris Lake, Tennessee
8. Higgins Lake, Michigan
9. Shasta Lake, California
10. Lake Powell, Arizona/Utah

Of course our #1 pick is Lake Wallenpaupack, Pennsylvania. Let us know where your favorite boating destinations are!

Lighthouse Harbor Marina's Online Water Sports Store

Did you know that Lighthouse Harbor Marina has an online water sports store? Onlinewakeboards.com features some of the items we carry in our Ships' Store. It is a convenient way for you to view and purchase water sports equipment from brands like HO Sports, Hyperlite, and O'Brien online and have it shipped directly to your doorstep!

Our online store is available through Amazon so you can shop with peace of mind from a trusted website. Visit us today! We may have just what you've been looking for!

2014 Monterey 268 SS Sport Boat - LHMBoats.com

This spectacular 2014 Monterey 268 SS sport boat has everything you need for a great experience on the water.

The wakeboard tower with Bimini top is perfect to tow you around while your companions relax on the filler cushions in the bow. The cockpit features a wet bar to quench your thirst.

The 268 SS also has snap-in carpet, a fire extinguishing system, and a battery charger with deck plug. The SeaDek swim platform inlay is the perfect spot to get some sun. Featuring upgraded stainless steel and stereo packages, as well as bow and cockpit covers, you don't need much else.

Specifications:

• Length 26' 8"
• Beam 8' 6"
• Horse Power 320 HP
• Fuel Capacity 80 Gal.
• Dry Weight 5500 lbs
• Deadrise 20 Deg.

Stop by our showroom at Lighthouse Harbor Marina to see all this beautiful boat has to offer! (570) 857-0220

Trailering Your Boat Safely

 

With the fall season coming up, many boats will be loaded on trailers and towed to different locations for winter storage. Make sure you know how to trailer your boat safely with these tips:

• Verify the towing capacity of your vehicle. This information is in the owner’s manual. Also, verify the dry weight of the boat. Keep in mind that the dry weight does not include fuel or gear.
• Be familiar with your state trailering laws. Different states may have particular requirements based on weight and beam of the boat.
• Maintain your trailer like you would your boat. Every time you launch or retrieve your boat, your trailer is submerged under water. Inspect the hubs, trailer bunks, tires, and the lights on your trailer to make sure everything is in good condition.

For more information on trailering your boat safely, check out Discover Boating.

Navigation Lights

Navigation lights must be shown if a vessel is in operation:

• between sunset and sunrise
• in restricted visibility

Navigation lights indicate:

• the size of the ship
• the angle where you see them
• the direction the ship is travelling
• if the ship is anchored

Most recreational vessels less than 30 feet long should have navigation lights. The arc and color of the lights determines the direction the vessel is traveling. These lights must be seen from a minimum distance and have a certain arc through which they can be seen. Check out the following lighting requirements for recreational vessels less than 12 meters in length (approximately 39.4').

When boating at night remember the following: "When two lights you see ahead, turn your helm and show your red".