Garmin Introduces the New Spy™ Pole Motorized Mount for LiveScope Sonar

Garmin has officially introduced the Spy™ Pole Motorized Pole Mount, a revolutionary system designed to give anglers full control over their LiveScope sonar and scanning transducers. Built specifically for modern forward-facing sonar fishing, the Spy Pole allows anglers to precisely position their sonar beam without ever taking their hands off the rod.

With automated scanning modes, wireless controls, and seamless integration with Garmin chartplotters and trolling motors, the Spy Pole is designed to make finding and targeting fish faster and easier than ever before. 

What Is the Garmin Spy Pole?

The Garmin Spy Pole is a motorized sonar pole mount designed to control Garmin LiveScope™ and GT360UHD transducers. It enables anglers to perform 360-degree scanning of the water and precisely direct their sonar beam with wireless controls or chartplotter integration. 

The system can be mounted to a Garmin Force® or Force Pro trolling motor, or directly to the deck of the boat using a gunnel mount, giving anglers flexibility depending on their boat setup. 

Key Features of the Garmin Spy Pole

SpyLock™ Point Locking Technology

One of the most powerful features of the Spy Pole is SpyLock, which allows anglers to lock their LiveScope sonar onto a specific target such as:

• Brush piles

• Rock piles

• Waypoints

• Suspended fish

Once locked, the sonar stays pointed at that exact location so anglers can keep their lure in the strike zone. 

SpyScan™ Automated Search Mode

The SpyScan mode automatically sweeps the sonar beam back and forth across the water, allowing anglers to quickly search large areas for fish or structure without manually rotating the pole. 

This automated scanning helps anglers locate fish faster when exploring new water.

SpyLink™ Trolling Motor Integration

The SpyLink control mode synchronizes the Spy Pole with the speed and direction of a Garmin Force® Pro trolling motor. 

This means the sonar automatically follows your boat’s movement while stalking fish, making it easier to stay on target.

Multiple Ways to Control Your Sonar

Garmin designed the Spy Pole to be controlled in several different ways, giving anglers total flexibility.

Wireless Foot Control

A low-profile wireless foot pedal allows anglers to reposition the sonar pole while keeping both hands free to fish. 

Gesture Remote

The included gesture remote can be mounted to a rod or used handheld. With a simple twist of the wrist or button press, anglers can instantly reposition the sonar beam. 

Chartplotter Integration

Spy Pole can also be configured and controlled directly from compatible Garmin chartplotters, allowing full control from the console or bow display. 

Designed for LiveScope and GT360UHD

The Spy Pole is designed to support multiple Garmin sonar systems.

Compatible sonar options include:

• LiveScope™ transducers (LVS32, LVS34, and LVS62)

• GT360UHD scanning transducer

With the GT360UHD mounted to the Spy Pole, anglers can capture 360-degree sonar imagery around the boat, while LiveScope provides real-time fish tracking. 

Available Sizes

Garmin offers the Spy Pole in two different shaft lengths to match common trolling motor setups.

Model	Optimized For	MSRP
42” Spy Pole	50” Force or Force Pro trolling motor	$1,999.99
49” Spy Pole	57” Force or Force Pro trolling motor	$2,199.99

Both models include the mounting plate, gesture remote, foot control, power cable, wireless heading sensor, and hardware needed for installation. 

Built for Serious Anglers

Garmin engineered the Spy Pole for durability and performance in freshwater, brackish water, or saltwater environments. Key specs include:

• Adjustable shaft depth

• Electric steering for smooth sonar positioning

• Internal cable routing for protection

• Quick-release mounting system

• 3-year warranty with limited lifetime shaft coverage 

Compatible Garmin Electronics

The Spy Pole integrates with many Garmin marine electronics including:

• LiveScope Plus System (LVS34)

• Garmin GT360UHD

• Force Pro Trolling Motor

• ECHOMAP Ultra 2 Chartplotters

• GPSMAP 9000 Series Displays 

This ecosystem allows anglers to build a fully integrated sonar and navigation system.

When Will the Garmin Spy Pole Be Available?

Garmin expects the Spy Pole to begin shipping April 2026. 

Final Thoughts

Forward-facing sonar has completely changed the way anglers fish, and the Garmin Spy Pole takes that technology even further.

With motorized control, automated scanning modes, and wireless operation, it gives anglers the ability to track fish and structure with unmatched precision.

For anglers serious about LiveScope fishing, the Spy Pole could quickly become one of the most important tools on the boat.