Boat Lifts & Watercraft Lifts

Protect your investment. Enjoy your lake time. Let us handle the rest.

As an authorized Porta-Dock dealer serving the Bemidji and surrounding lake area, 218 Docks sells, installs, and services the full line of Porta-Dock boat and watercraft lifts. Whether you have a runabout, a pontoon, or a pair of jet skis, we’ll help you find the right lift — and we’ll take care of getting it in and out of the water every season.


Porta-Dock vertical boat lift with drop canopy

Vertical Boat & Pontoon Lifts

Store & Protect Your Fun on the Water

Porta-Dock’s vertical lifts are built from high-quality aluminum for maximum strength and durability — rustproof, corrosion resistant, and unaffected by weather or UV rays. With all four legs fully adjustable for proper depth setting and a self-braking winch system for safe and easy operation, these lifts are designed to work hard and last for generations.

  • All four legs adjustable for proper depth setting
  • Chain or gear drive winch with self-braking for safe operation
  • Stainless steel cables and enclosed pulleys
  • 66″ maximum lifting height
  • Extruded aluminum bunk assemblies with ribbed polyurethane covers
  • Lift wheel included on all base models up to 6,000 lbs
  • Winch motors standard on 6,000 & 7,000 lb models; available on all models
  • Low maintenance aluminum frame — no rust, no rot
Available Capacities

Vertical lifts available in a range of capacities to fit most boats and pontoons. Ask us about the right size for your watercraft.


Hydraulic Lifts

Smooth, Fast & Effortless

For those who want the ultimate in lift convenience, Porta-Dock’s hydraulic lifts offer smooth, fast, and efficient operation at the push of a button. Built with the same high-quality, corrosion-resistant aluminum as the rest of the Porta-Dock lift line, hydraulic lifts are ideal for heavier watercraft or anyone who wants effortless operation every time.

  • Smooth, fast hydraulic operation
  • Available in 6,000, 8,000, and 10,000 lb capacities
  • Same durable aluminum construction as vertical lifts
  • Rustproof and corrosion resistant
  • Canopies available in multiple sizes and colors
  • Ideal for larger boats and pontoons
Porta-Dock boat lift

Porta-Dock dock and lifts lakeview

Shallow Water Lifts

Any Depth, Any Shoreline

Not every Minnesota lake has deep water right off the dock — and that’s exactly what Porta-Dock’s shallow water lifts are designed for. The lift bed sits just 6¾” off the lake bottom, making them perfect for properties with gradual shorelines or naturally shallow water depths. You get all the same quality and durability as the standard vertical lift line, just engineered for shallower conditions.

  • Lift bed sits only 6¾” off the lake bottom
  • All four legs adjustable for proper depth setting
  • Self-braking winch for safe and easy operation
  • Stainless steel cables and enclosed pulleys
  • 66″ maximum lifting height
  • Lift wheel included on base models up to 6,000 lbs
  • Winch motors available on all models
  • Canopies available in multiple sizes and colors

Personal Watercraft Lifts

Perfect for Jet Skis & PWCs

Keep your jet ski or personal watercraft out of the water and protected when not in use. Porta-Dock offers a full line of PWC lifts — single, double, cantilever, and vertical styles — to fit any setup. Compact, lightweight, and built from the same corrosion-resistant aluminum as the full lift line, these lifts are easy to use and built to last.

Double Personal Watercraft Lift (1155)
  • 2,200 lb total capacity (1,100 lb per side)
  • Continuous lower frame for rigid support — 55″ beam per side
  • Two independent winches for separate raising and lowering
  • Vinyl-covered aluminum bunks
  • 4 adjustable legs with lift wheels included
  • Winch motor and canopy available
Also Available

Single jet ski lifts, cantilever lifts, and cantilever/vertical combination lifts. Ask us which style fits your dock and watercraft best.

Porta-Dock double jet ski lift with mesh end
Porta-Dock single jet ski lift

Lift Canopies

Protect your boat or pontoon from sun, rain, and the elements with a Porta-Dock lift canopy. Made with TOP GUN® acrylic coated polyester marine fabric with heat-sealed seams, canopies are built to last and backed by a 5-year warranty. Available in six colors to match your style.

Porta-Dock tower canopy on lift
Tower Canopy
Porta-Dock free standing canopy
Free-Standing Canopy

Canopy colors available: Beige · Charcoal · Onyx · Forest Green · Caribbean Blue · Burgundy
Standard and 30″ drop canopy options available. Ask us about replacement canopies for existing lifts too!


More Than Just Sales

218 Docks doesn’t just sell lifts — we take care of everything. From initial installation to seasonal removal and spring setup, we’ve got you covered all year long.

New Lifts

We sell the full line of Porta-Dock boat lifts, pontoon lifts, and watercraft lifts. Not sure what size or style you need? We’ll help you figure it out.

Used Lifts

Looking for a more budget-friendly option? Ask us about used lift availability. We can also take your old lift as a trade-in toward a new one.

Service & Repairs

We service most lift brands — not just Porta-Dock. From cable replacements and winch repairs to full inspections, we’ll keep your lift operating safely.

Seasonal Install & Removal

Let us handle putting your lift in each spring and taking it out each fall. We also offer canopy cleaning, canopy storage, and battery storage to protect your investment year-round.

Backed by a 5-Year Canopy Warranty

All Porta-Dock lift canopies are made with TOP GUN® marine fabric and backed by a 5-year warranty. Aluminum lift construction carries a 15-year warranty. Your lift is built to last — and so is our commitment to keeping it running.

Ready to Find Your Perfect Lift?

218 Docks serves the Bemidji and surrounding lake area. Whether you need a new lift, a used lift, a replacement canopy, or seasonal service — we’re your one call for all your lakeshore needs. Give us a call at 218-766-4574 or send us a message today.