Double-Decker Fun on Peck Lake: Private Pontoon Charters in Jupiter, Florida

On Peck Lake in Jupiter, Florida, the water runs calm and shallow, revealing long sandbars, mangrove channels, and wide views toward the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. Explore Peck Lake aboard the New Avalon Funship, a 28-foot double-decker pontoon with a built-in slide that accommodates up to 12 people for private charters. Born-and-raised local captains guide each trip, pointing out shallow seagrass beds, oyster lines, and the best sandbar stops for swimming and shelling. The double-decker layout gives you shaded seating below and an elevated vantage above for watching dolphins, seabirds, and the red-brick profile of the lighthouse. Trips are flexible; weekdays run between 8 AM and 6 PM, and weekend slots are typically 9 AM to 1 PM or 1:30 PM to 6 PM, with custom schedules by request. Expect anchors at shallow bars where children can slide straight into warm water, while snorkelers explore patches of seagrass and small reefy bottom around Peanut Island. Peanut Island itself has a curious human history; the island was expanded with dredge spoil and later hosted a Cold War era bunker, and it offers short walks and picnic spots. Safety follows U.S. Coast Guard rules; the vessel limit is 12, life jackets are provided, and the captain monitors weather and sea conditions, rescheduling trips when necessary. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, water shoes, a hat, and a cooler with drinks and snacks; ask about restroom availability when you book if that is important for your group. This charter is special because it pairs local knowledge with a party-friendly platform; the slide, upper deck views, and easy access to sandbars create a compact, memorable Florida boating day. For visitors staying in Jupiter or nearby Palm Beach municipalities, it is an efficient way to see coastal wildlife, photograph the inlet, and relax without the crowds of larger tour boats. Message through the booking link to confirm meeting details and custom requests; with a little planning, a half- or full-day on the New Avalon Funship becomes the highlight of a Jupiter visit. Expect close encounters with brown pelicans and occasional bottlenose dolphins near the inlet, and watch mangrove roots for juvenile fish that use the area as a nursery. Because tides affect which sandbars are accessible, the captain times stops for low or mid tides to maximize shallow swimming and sandbar access, and for calmer conditions on the top deck. Groups often combine this outing with a short walk around Peanut Island’s trails or a visit to the lighthouse park, making a single easy day that blends swimming, wildlife watching, and local history. Book early for weekend slots during high season, confirm the captain’s local recommendations, and arrive ready to slide, snorkel, and enjoy Florida’s warm coastal light today.