🍂 Seasonal Fall Transport (September–November)
Fall Great Lakes to Florida & Gulf Coast Boat Transportation
Seasonal boat shipping between Great Lakes and Florida and Gulf Coast. Professional handling with full insurance and competitive rates.
Seasonal boat shipping between Great Lakes and Florida and Gulf Coast. Professional handling with full insurance and competitive rates.
Great Lakes boat owners face an even shorter season than Northeast boaters, with ice arriving early and staying late. Fall transport to Florida and the Gulf Coast is essential for those who want to continue using their boats through winter or simply protect them from the punishing effects of Great Lakes winter conditions.
Great Lakes winters mean boats are locked in ice for months, facing damage from freeze-thaw cycles, snow load, and sub-zero temperatures. Florida and Gulf Coast storage offers protection and access—many Great Lakes owners take winter trips south to use their boats during the cold months up north.
Nationwide Boat Shipping specializes in seasonal routes with experienced drivers and optimized logistics. Call (877) 278-3135 to book your fall transport.
Popular routes and estimated costs for fall season:
Michigan to Florida
Detroit to Fort Lauderdale: ~1,400 miles | $2,100 - $3,500
Traverse City to Naples: ~1,550 miles | $2,300 - $3,900
Illinois to Florida
Chicago to Miami: ~1,450 miles | $2,200 - $3,600
Waukegan to Tampa: ~1,300 miles | $1,950 - $3,250
Ohio to Florida
Cleveland to West Palm Beach: ~1,250 miles | $1,900 - $3,100
Sandusky to Key West: ~1,500 miles | $2,250 - $3,750
Wisconsin to Gulf Coast
Milwaukee to Mobile: ~1,050 miles | $1,600 - $2,600
Green Bay to New Orleans: ~1,250 miles | $1,900 - $3,100
*Fall seasonal rates. Book early for best availability. Actual costs vary based on boat size, weight, and specific locations.
Our fall season service handles all vessel types on this route:
Great Lakes fishing boats, especially walleye rigs and tournament vessels, head south for winter storage and access to warm-water fishing.
Power cruisers transport south to escape brutal winters and give owners the option of winter cruising in warm waters.
Great Lakes sailing vessels move to Florida for winter racing, cruising, and protection from ice damage and extreme cold.
High-performance and ski boats receive careful transport south to climate-controlled storage, protecting sensitive components from freezing.
We handle hundreds of seasonal transports annually, understanding the timing and logistics unique to each route and season.
Every boat is covered by comprehensive insurance from pickup to delivery, providing complete peace of mind during seasonal moves.
