An overview of Crescent Kayaks. Arguably the best performing, highest quality, mixed-use kayaks in existence!

Adventuring and angling kayaks that excel in paddling performance, accessibility, comfort, ergonomics, carrying ease, durability, and customization options.

Perfect for kids and furry companions, too. 

American-made and backed by a Lifetime Warranty. 

Built using the highest grade polyethylene, cross-linked polyethylene, not linear polyethylene (which is what 90% of the kayaks on the market are made of). Cross-linked polyethylene is superior in abrasion resistance, rigidity, color fastness, and protection against UV degradation and aging.

Crescent also doesn’t “value engineer” by taking material quantity shortcuts such as skimping on hull thickness or reducing surface areas (e.g., freeboard in the bow).

Despite their toughness and completeness, these kayaks are relatively lightweight and not brittle like polycarbonate models.

Designed to perform using multi-chined hulls that displace water to produce substantial stability (allowing the paddler to stand while on the water), Crescent kayaks therefore do not "drag" while paddling--less friction means more glide.

Crescent Kayaks use patented hulls. Their flared upswept bow shapes allows the kayak to ride high and dry in chop, mild whitewater, and somewhat swell-induced situations.

Crescent hulls are stepped and sleek underneath with ample taper at the stern unlike most sit-on-tops out there, thus improving glide and reducing drag.

Also unique to this brand is the absence of molded in features for, around, and underneath the leg/feet areas, giving you lots of “clean” space for standing, gear, and a place to sit your dog or child.

Constructed of stainless hardware and aluminum framing--absent of a single rivet--they are made with 100% locally fabricated components.

Equipped with center carrying handles for centered lifting when alone. 

Crescents can be accessorized with traction pads for their interiors, track systems for mounting various YakAttack holders and cargo boxes, and fitted with Newport Vessels electric motorized systems.

All this at similar or lower price points than “the big guys” like Old Town, Wilderness Systems, Hobie, Perception, and most others!

TRY, BUY or RENT one from Northern Explorer in York, Maine on your way into or through Maine! A wonderful vacation town to visit, under 1 hour from greater Boston, Concord, or Portland. We also deliver regionally via our White Glove service and Freight Ship nationwide, should you not have a local dealer nearby that has what you are looking for.

Explore our full lineup of all Crescent Kayaks we stock, demo, rent, sell, and service by selecting Crescent Kayaks from the menu above.

Thanks for your time and never hesitate to call or write with any questions!