Discover Dogfish Boats

Your adventure on the water begins here.

Our Story | Larry Tribute

The Dogfish Boats story begins in 2015, when Larry Schoenmaker — founder of Cypress Designs, a custom rotomolding business in Bellingham, Washington — couldn't find a boat durable and stable enough for his demands. As a lifelong outdoorsman with more than 40 years of experience in the marine and recreation industry, he decided to build one himself. The result was Dogfish Boats: a simple, reliable craft made for fishing, hunting, exploring, and making memories on the water.

Josh & Zack

In early 2026, Josh and Zach answered the call, taking on the mission of carrying Dogfish Boats' legacy into the next chapter. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, they understand that being on the water looks a little different for everyone and they want to show how versatile Dogfish Boats truly are. You can now find an Angler Package, meticulously built out for the avid fisher. The Crabbing Package, for just about anyone that loves catching some Dungeness crabs. The Tender Package, for those that need a tough and easy to handle boat. The Blind Package for those that prefer their catch falling from the sky. And if you just want to enjoy a day out on the water and spend some time around a campfire, we have just what you're looking for. Josh and Zach continue to innovate, and maintain the high quality craftsmanship that is standard with each Dogfish.

Who We Are

Dogfish Boats is one of the many innovative products created and manufactured by Cypress Designs LLC. Cypress Designs is located in beautiful Bellingham, WA.

Our manufacturing facility is a stone’s throw from the water making it easy for us to test and improve on every product we design and produce. With over 40 years of manufacturing experience in the marine and recreation industry, Cypress Designs continues to push the envelope in creating designs that are consumer friendly and most importantly…fun!

Why Dogfish Boats?

Dogfish Boats is a product that was designed and created after years of boating and fishing on the water. The concept behind the product line came from the idea of providing the recreational boater with an affordable alternative to the small boats and dinghies that are currently on the market.

What makes dogfish boats different?

Cypress Designs takes pride in what we do. We offer superior customer service and back all of our brands. Dogfish Boats is no exception. These boats are durable, stable and extremely user friendly. Dogfish Boats are an affordable choice for recreational anglers and boaters alike.

Our Values

Sustainability

We’re committed to sustainable practices that protect our waters and environment for future generations.

Innovation

We embrace cutting-edge technology to enhance your boating experience, making every trip memorable.

Get to Know Us

We’re passionate about boating and dedicated to helping you find the perfect vessel. Here’s a glimpse of our team who’s eager to assist you!

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Josh and Zach know that life on the water looks a little different for everyone. In early 2026, they took the helm of Dogfish Boats, carrying its legacy into a new chapter. With every boat, they uphold the same promise: meticulous craftsmanship, real innovation, and versatility built for any adventure.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Steve Ronholt of Fishing with Ladin | April 2016

“Used this boat for the first time last week and love it. Many advantages over my pontoon boat. I can stand up and not have to sit the entire time fishing. And I do not have to wader up and have my feet dangling in the water (No flippers that I can barely squeeze on to my boots). Loved fishing from a one man watercraft that is so stable and comfortable.”

Clint Avery | March 2016

“These boats make a great fishing platform. Easily maneuverable easy to row. The clean lines greatly reduce line snags, and the stability makes standing for casting a breeze. This boat has me planning on selling my pontoon boat. Love my Dogfish 8 boat.”

Denny | April 2016

“Thank you again for an awesome little fly fishing pram. It suits me perfect. Allows me to stand up whenever I want to even with my poor balance issues from my stroke. For me I rate it a perfect little boat for flyfishing.”

Michael T. | April 2020

"Love this thing! Fits perfectly in the back of my Chevy Silverado and can easily be thrown on top of a Subaru outback or something similar. It is SUPER stable and has an incredible amount of space inside for such a small craft. It is lightweight enough to drag to the water by myself and the bottom is super tough and can handle plenty of wear and tear. I cant stop heading to the water every day after work. Thanks Dogfish Boats!"

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