Pole Docks are designed for shallow water installations (typically less than 6′). Since very little of a Pole Dock touches the water it is the most environmentally friendly design and also the best in rough water. A pole dock is the least expensive docking solution since there is very little shoreline preparation required and the light-weight design and easy assembly will reduce your install and removal crew requirements. Your kids will thank you!!!

• Suitable for water depths up to 6ft. In general you want the width of the dock to be greater than the depth of the water to ensure stability

• Dock is extremely stable.

• Lake bed should be reasonably firm. For mucky lake beds concrete pads can be put down for support.

• Does not need to be attached to shoreline

• Life expectancy of frame is 30+ years.

Choosing a Pole Dock Size

Most Pole Docks are chosen based on water depth. How long does your dock need to be to get to water that is deep enough to swim, or dock your boat?

Choosing a width depends on how you plan to use the dock. A wide dock will be more stable in deeper water and also provides additional space for entertaining and relaxing.

Choosing a Design

When it comes to designs, you are really only limited by your imagination. Most clients, however, find one of a few common designs to be very practical for their needs.

Straight – This simple design allows for multiple mooring locations and keeps cost and complexity to a minimum

P Shape – Our most common design, this is great if you want to have an area for some chairs but only need a smaller walkway back to shore. The P Shape allows you to save some money closer to shore and spend it where it will have maximum use.

L Shape – Similar in design to the P Shape, the L Shape creates up to 3 spaces for mooring boats

T Shape – Commonly used in smaller rivers where you don’t want to extend your dock too far out into the water. The T Shape allows one bigger mooring location with easy access and a couple protected locations for smaller craft like canoes & kayaks.

U Shape – This design offers great protection to your boat and leaves two other spots open for additional boats or visitors. Typically one side of the U is small and used just for boat access. The other side is large enough for chairs and entertaining.

Winterizing Your Pole Dock

Pole docks are vulnerable to ice damage and should always be removed for the winter. Our pole docks are designed with removable decking and light weight aluminum frames to make this as easy as possible. All but the biggest of our dock frames can be easily carried by 2 people. The smallest frames require only 1.

Dock Installation

Pole Docks are the easiest to install. They typically don’t require any sort of attachment to shore unless big waves are common. The ramp can simply rest on shore and each dock frame stands on adjustable legs and attaches to the dock before it. Deck panels are fastened in place once the frames are complete.

Installation is easy enough for most clients, though many prefer to have them installed professionally the first time and can maintain them on their own after that.

Designer Series Pole Docks

Our Designer Series Pole Docks, the cornerstone of On the Water Designs, are handcrafted by experienced welders using the highest quality Canadian materials at the factory in Muskoka. Each section utilizes marine-grade aluminum framing and stainless steel fasteners to ensure a completely rust-free design. Decking choices include Western Red Cedar, Solid PVC, or Aluminum. A Designer Series Pole Dock from On the Water Designs makes a very durable and elegant centerpiece to any waterfront.

Designer Series Pole Docks come in a wide variety of standard sizes including 4′, 6′, 8′ & 10′ wide and 10′, 15′ & 20′ long. Custom sizes and designs allow for additional flexibility where needed. All frames include decking support stringers every 16″ allowing for almost any choice of decking both now and in the future. Our exclusive deck panel clips clamp decking securely to the frame.

Light Weight

Tired of carrying your wood dock in and out of the water each season? Our aluminum dock systems are up to 75% lighter than your current design. Our modular deck panels allow each section to be removed individually. Most of our dock frames can be lifted by just 2 people or may be wheeled or floated with optional accessories.

Best Warranty In The Business

If your dock is exposed to the harshest conditions mother nature has to offer. Hot, cold, storm winds and high waves. All before your family arrives for a weekend of swimming, water skiing, and relaxing on the water. You want a dock that is ready when you are. Every company claims to build the best, most durable dock available but the truth is easy to uncover.

Just Ask About the Warranty

On the Water Designs has a warranty on your dock frames for a full 10 Years. The warranty is NOT prorated meaning you aren’t responsible for 10% of the cost in year 1, 20% in year 2, etc. With docks from On the Water Designs docks, you have the same great coverage at year 10 as you did the day you bought the dock. They are able to offer the best warranty in the business because most of our clients never need to use it. To us, that is the mark of a great quality dock system.

Want to get an idea of pricing for a Designer Series Pole Dock? View the Designer Series Pole Dock Price List

Not sure what type of dock you need? Contact Jim Lawrence Jr. he will be happy to help you out!

Contact him at (705) 752-2520 or harpersmarina@yahoo.com

Leisure Series Pole Docks

The new Leisure Series Pole Dock is the most innovative leg dock in production today. Its precision made and lightweight design bolts together instead of being welded. This type of construction technique makes it a great package for a summer Do-It-Yourself project. Made from 6061-T6 marine-grade aluminum, its classic truss-style frame design ensures an excellent strength to weight ratio. Only non-corrosive aluminum and stainless steel fasteners are in the docks assembly.

The Leisure Series system was developed with the aid of the latest 3D CAD modeling software to ensure each part is an exact fit. Our proprietary in-house tooling guarantees consistent production of this design and ensures every hole is in exactly the right place. Each dock is Canadian made at the factory in Muskoka.

Frames are available in 5′ x 10′ sections, approximately weighing 75lb/34kg. The dock frames come with all the connection points pre-punched, enabling almost any type of dock configuration. The easily packaged design allows for easy shipping to anywhere and assembles with ease.

Leg holders feature a unique hand-operated leg adjustment knob eliminating the need for tools during in-water installation. The dock has deck support sleepers every 16″, supporting almost any type of decking you choose to use.

Dock frame kits are available as frame only or with multiple decking options including Western Red Cedar, ThruFlow Plastic Decking, or Solid PVC Decking. Our exclusive deck panel clips clamp decking securely to the frame.

Each Dock incorporates a special extruded side frame enabling our EZ-Glide bumper strip to slide into place (no nailing or screwing). Aluminum legs, telescopic leg braces, leg holders, and feet complete your dock.

Best Warranty In The Business

If your dock is exposed to the harshest conditions mother nature has to offer. Hot, cold, storm winds and high waves. All before your family arrives for a weekend of swimming, water skiing, and relaxing on the water. You want a dock that is ready when you are. Every company claims to build the best, most durable dock available but the truth is easy to uncover.

Just Ask About the Warranty

On the Water Designs has a warranty on your dock frames for a full 10 Years. The warranty is NOT prorated meaning you aren’t responsible for 10% of the cost in year 1, 20% in year 2, etc. With docks from On the Water Designs docks, you have the same great coverage at year 10 as you did the day you bought the dock. They are able to offer the best warranty in the business because most of our clients never need to use it. To us, that is the mark of a great quality dock system.

Want to get an idea of pricing for a Leisure Series Pole Dock? View the Leisure Series Pole Dock Price List

Not sure what type of dock you need? Contact Jim Lawrence Jr. he will be happy to help you out!

Contact him at (705) 752-2520 or harpersmarina@yahoo.com