Northwood Boatworks

Northwood Boatworks, a family-owned and operated business since 1985, is your premier antique and classic boat specialist in Alden, MI. Our services extend to Elk Rapids, Kewadin, and the surrounding areas, where we have earned a reputation as experts in boat repair and antique boat restoration. Our commitment to traditional wood boat repair and vintage boat restoration is unparalleled, as we provide exceptional craftsmanship and individualized attention to each boat we work on.

Your Local Classic Boat Shop

Over the past three decades, Northwood Boatworks has been widely regarded as a leading expert in boat repair and antique boat restoration. We are equipped to handle any scope of repairs or level of attention your boat requires. Our team specializes exclusively in wooden boats, and we have the parts and knowledge to make the repair correctly. Our approach to repair in Michigan is customized to each boat and owner, ensuring that the time spent on a wood boat is in the owner's best interest, with safety and structural integrity in mind. All work is done in-house from start to finish, including woodwork, custom trailer fitting, and finishing. By handling your boat ourselves, we remain accountable for all the work that goes into it.

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In addition to boat restoration in Michigan, Northwood Boatworks is your valued resource for buying and selling time-honored boats, motors, original used parts, and reproduction parts. We are pleased to offer brokerage services for buyers looking to purchase a piece of nautical history. At Northwood Boatworks, we go above and beyond in everything we do. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as the go-to classic boat shop for restoring wood boats in Michigan.

Our Services

*Pre-WWI boat repairs and full restorations with historical accuracy*

*Reproduction of hardware and parts*

*Engine repair and parts*

*Impressive library of literature and hands-on experience*

*In-house work by the resident expert, Dave Moore*

*Boat brokerage services for buyers and sellers*

*Proud members of the Antique and Classic Boat Society*

Restore Your Boat

If you have a classic craft that needs an expert touch to restore it, get in touch with us today. We'll bring your boat back to its former glory! Contact us today and see why boaters from around the country have such a high opinion of Dave Moore.

Areas Served

We are proud to offer classic wooden boats and wood boat repair to the following areas: Alden, MI, Charlevoix, MI, Harbor Springs, MI, Lake Leelanau, MI, Traverse City, MI, Petosky, MI.

Business Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Sunday: Closed