I checked with a local guy once and I asked if I should bring a 16' John or my 20' bass boat. He said bring what you are comfortable fishing out of. I again asked which one. He said "you aren't going to do anything but idle so bring what is most comfortable." I brought the bass boat and never looked back. I now have a SeaArk 240 and wouldn't leave home without it. The only problem I would encounter now is if I was trying to fish the trees it might be a little long to weave in and out of them. That would be the only minor problem.