The best bowfishing boats are aluminum jon boats with elevated shooting decks, high-output LED lighting systems, and precise maneuverability features like trolling motors or kicker engines.
Models like the TRACKER GRIZZLY 2072 CC Sportsman Kicker and TRACKER GRIZZLY 2072 CC Sportsman are purpose-built for tournament-level performance, offering durability, visibility, and control in shallow water environments.
When you step into a competitive environment like the U.S. Open Bowfishing Championship, your boat becomes more than transportation. It becomes your platform for precision, speed, and success.
Bowfishing Boats must have:
The wrong setup costs shots. The right one wins tournaments.
A raised platform improves:
Bowfishing is often done at night. You need:
The TRACKER GRIZZLY 2072 CC Sportsman Kicker is one of the most advanced bowfishing platforms available today
Key Advantage:
Full boat control without leaving your shooting position
The TRACKER GRIZZLY 2072 CC Sportsman delivers a versatile and powerful bowfishing setup through a removable elevated shooting deck, super bright LEDs, and enhanced user-friendliness with a leaning post and storage compartments, ensuring that every aspect of your bowfishing excursion is optimized for convenience and enjoyment.
These features allow you to see deeper, react faster, and shoot more accurately
If you're preparing for the 2026 U.S. Open Bowfishing Championship, your boat is not optional gear—it’s your competitive advantage.
The difference between:
…often comes down to your bowfishing boat platform.
TRACKER GRIZZLY 2072 CC center console jon boats are built specifically for this moment.
The U.S. Open Bowfishing Championship is the nation’s premier competitive bowfishing event, drawing elite bowfishermen from across the United States to compete for over $100,000 in cash and prizes. Held at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri, this nationally recognized bowfishing tournament features an all-new format with hourly weigh-ins, a Big 20 final, live leaderboards, and 24 hours of fishing across Table Rock Lake and Bull Shoals Lake.
Presented by Bass Pro Shops and Tracker Boats, the U.S. Open Bowfishing Championship combines high-stakes competition with entertainment, conservation, and community. With individual and team entry options, major giveaways, exclusive competitor gear, and a festival-style atmosphere, the event has become one of the largest and most anticipated bowfishing tournaments in the world.
Whether you're preparing for your first trip or competing at the highest level, explore our expert guides to sharpen your skills, gear up, and find the best waters to bowfish.
Bowfishing on Table Rock Lake: Best Areas, Species & Seasonal Tips
Discover prime locations, target species, and when to go for the most productive nights on the water.
Bowfishing on Bull Shoals Lake: Hotspots, Water Conditions & Pro Tips
Learn where the fish are, how conditions impact your success, and tips from experienced anglers.
Best Bowfishing Gear Guide: Bows, Reels, Arrows & Must-Have Accessories
Get fully equipped with the right setup for performance, durability, and success on the water.
Bowfishing Basics – How To Get Started on The Water
A comprehensive deep dive into techniques, strategies, species, and everything in between.
Whether you're visiting for the U.S. Open Bowfishing Championship or your own outing, stay close to the action at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale, MO or Bass Pro Angler's Lodge up the road in Hollister, MO. Both are in close proximity to Table Rock Lake, and offer you the experience of premium lodging, marina services, and greater outdoor experiences.
At the heart of every cast, every shot, and every adventure is a shared responsibility—to protect the land and water that make it all possible. Through conservation partnerships, habitat preservation, and responsible outdoor practices, Bass Pro Shops continues to lead with a commitment to sustaining the outdoors for future generations. When you step onto the water, you're not just participating in a sport, you're becoming part of something bigger.