About Dogfish Boats

Your adventure on the water begins here.

About Our Boats

Dogfish Boats are simple, rugged, ultra-stable boats designed and built in Bellingham, Washington for fishing, crabbing, hunting, and exploring the water. Light enough to fit in a truck bed and tough enough to launch anywhere, every Dogfish is handcrafted by Cascade Rotomolding and built to make getting on the water easier — season after season.

Our Story — How Dogfish Boats Began

The Dogfish Boats story began in 2015, when Larry Schoenmaker — founder of Cascade Rotomolding, a custom rotomolding company in Bellingham, Washington — couldn't find a boat durable and stable enough for the way he liked to fish and hunt. A lifelong outdoorsman with more than 40 years 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.

Meet Josh & Zach

In early 2026, Josh and Zach took on the mission of carrying the Dogfish Boats legacy into its next chapter. Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, they know that time on the water looks a little different for everyone — and they’re set on showing just how versatile a Dogfish can be. They continue to innovate while holding to the same high-quality craftsmanship that’s standard in every boat that leaves the shop.

Which Dogfish Package Is Right for You?

Dogfish Boats come in four purpose-built packages, each outfitted for a different way to enjoy the water:

 

And if you just want to spend a day on the water and some time around a campfire, a Dogfish is ready for that too.

Who Makes Dogfish Boats?

Dogfish Boats are designed and manufactured by Cascade Rotomolding in beautiful Bellingham, Washington.

With over 40 years of manufacturing experience in the marine and recreation industry, Cypress Designs keeps pushing the envelope to create designs that are consumer-friendly, dependable, and — most importantly — fun.

What Makes Dogfish Boats Different?

Dogfish Boats were created after years of real fishing and boating, with one goal: to give recreational boaters an affordable, dependable alternative to the small boats and dinghies on the market today. Every Dogfish is durable, stable, and genuinely user-friendly — light enough for one person to load and launch, yet tough enough to handle years of hard use. Backed by the superior customer service Cascade Rotomolding is known for, 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.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

The boat by itself is 100lbs.

We have one size – It is 8’ long by 4’ wide.

We recommend Beachmaster wheel sets. They are an amazing upgrade to the boat. 

The boats are rated for 3 people and 525lbs total capacity.

Dogfish Boats are designed and manufactured by Cypress Designs LLC in Bellingham, Washington, just steps from the water where they’re tested.

Dogfish Boats was founded in 2015 by Larry Schoenmaker of Cypress Designs. In early 2026, Josh and Zach took over to lead the brand into its next chapter.

Dogfish packages currently start around $1,955. See current pricing on the Boats & Packages page.

Absolutely – Flush mounts can be installed DIY. 

Absolutely – On the checkout page, be sure to click on the request a freight quote button so that we can provide you with one. 

Please feel free. We love meeting our customers!

Depending on the item, as long as it has the mounting post, it will fit into the flush mount.

Dogfish Boats are built for fishing, crabbing, duck hunting, use as a tender, and general recreation. Purpose-built packages are available for each, and the boats are stable enough to stand up and cast in.

Yes. Dogfish Boats are lightweight and compact enough to fit in a truck bed or load onto most vehicles, so one person can launch from almost anywhere.

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