We Build Canoes
that inspire adventure
that make memories
that stand out
made by paddlers
made for paddlers
that weigh less
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Your canoe should be a lifelong adventure sidekick. It should help you reconnect with what matters. It should be built for paddlers by paddlers. Our canoe builders are craftspeople, neighbors, experts, and friends who look forward to being a part of your journey.
Rooted in the Finger Lakes paddling region of New York, Hemlock Canoe Works has been redefining modern canoes for a generation. Our storied canoes have nothing missing and nothing extra; everything is in the right place. The proof is in the paddling.



If you’re looking for a canoe, you owe it to yourself to find one that fits. We build lightweight canoe models to fit all paddler sizes and water types. Our boats are built to order by hand. Use our web tools to help pick the canoe that fits you or visit us for advice and a free test paddle.
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Schedule a visit
We have a constantly rotating selection of used/demo canoes for sale. We also accept trade-ins on new purchases and can help sell your canoe on consignment.
Current used inventory
Email about your canoe
Schedule a visit
Canadice Lake
- Every Tuesday: June-Sept
- Southeast Canoe Launch
- In Google Maps enter: “Kiosk, Marble Bench, Stone Beach”
- 5:30 pm until dark
Click for more info
Mendon Ponds Park
- One Thurs/month: June-Sept
- Round Pond
- 5:30 pm until dark
Before
after
Professional Repairs
We’re experts in canoe repair and restoration. We’re able to fix most damaged canoes. We can patch holes, replace trim, replace woodwork, restore luster and more. Call or email for a quote.
Email us about your canoe
call (585) 367-1067
Before
After
We have a constantly rotating selection of used/demo canoes for sale. We also accept trade-ins on new purchases and can help sell your canoe on consignment.
Current used inventory
Email about your canoe
Schedule a visit
Canadice Lake
- Every Tuesday: June-Sept
- Southeast Canoe Launch
- In Google Maps enter: “Kiosk, Marble Bench, Stone Beach”
- 5:30 pm until dark
Click for more info
Mendon Ponds Park
- One Thurs/month: June-Sept
- Round Pond
- 5:30 pm until dark
Before
after
Professional Repairs
We’re experts in canoe repair and restoration. We’re able to fix most damaged canoes. We can patch holes, replace trim, replace woodwork, restore luster and more. Call or email for a quote.
Email us about your canoe
call (585) 367-1067