Recreation

The innovation we bring to the canoe industry is not limited to design and construction. We're constantly investigating new ways to grow our family of paddlers. For those who are newly introduced to this world or who are looking for a low maintenance solution for getting their family on the water, we offer our selection of Recreational Canoes. Easy paddling, multiple uses and virtually no upkeep, make these the ultimate grab-and-go boats.

Adventure Series

The Adventures are express tickets to the enjoyment of canoeing. Fully featured and loaded with amenities, they’re also very stable and paddle quite efficiently. Specifically designed for minimal maintenance, the Adventures are tough enough to stand up to any learning curve. Indulgences such as reclining padded backrests, padded seats, cup holders, mesh pockets, standard center seat combine to set the stage for many comfortable relaxing days on the water.

Serenade

NEW!  The Serenade is a hybrid solo canoe that merges the best attributes of a canoe with the best attributes of a kayak to create a versatile and capable solo canoe. While the hull and gunwales mirror that of a typical canoe, the unique seating system speaks to its kayak inspiration. Bridging the gap between a small, easy-portaging pack canoe and a solo hull, the Serenade is stable, comfortable, easy to paddle and cost-effective, providing an option for recreational paddlers who prefer to go solo.

Journey Series

The Journey series has been penned by Mad River Canoe founder Jim Henry. Designed as a fully capable series of canoes that are welcoming to new paddlers yet have the performance, capabilities, and capacities to please experienced canoeists. Crafted of our 3 layer polyethylene, they are very durable and care-free. In keeping with Mr Henry's history and philosophy, they paddle very well, with a surprising turn of speed and rock solid stability. It's hard to go wrong on a Journey.