Great Bear Boatworks

At Great Bear Boatworks, we believe that there are few things in life sweeter than spending time on the water in wooden boats. And there is no better time to own a wooden boat. Modern wooden boat construction produces fast, light, and strikingly beautiful craft that will bring joy to generations of devoted boaters. And with thousands of designs available, there is literally a boat for every purpose, passion, and personality.

Great Bear Boatworks works with designers from around the world and specializes in building lightweight kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and ultra-fast rowing and sailing craft using contemporary wooden boat building materials and techniques. The results are truly remarkable. And because most of our boats are built to order, customers have the freedom to choose a design that will fit their needs and to customize many elements to create a personalized masterpiece. Located in the high mountain valleys of eastern Utah, Great Bear Boatworks builds and delivers boats for customers throughout the western United States and Canada.

With current builds destined to compete in the Seventy48 and the R2AK, row the Green River through Canyonlands National Park, and explore the 100s of islets in Barclay Sound, Great Bear Boatworks literally expands horizons!