Introducing
Wilderness Systems
Joining the Pelican International family of brands in December 2019, Wilderness Systems is known as an expert in the market. As part of the Confluence Outdoor brands, Wilderness Systems offers premium, feature-rich paddlesports products. Joining forces has further diversified our offering and bolstered us as the world leader in the paddlesports industry.
About Wilderness Systems
Based in Greenville, South Carolina, it's our goal to offer premium recreational, touring, and fishing kayaks for novice and advanced users alike. We strive to deliver innovative and stylish designs with comfortable outfittings, and uncompromising attention to detail.

Professional Input & Award-winning Designs
With input from professional fishing teams and unique features such as SlideTrax and a stand-and-cast design - Wilderness Systems remains the undisputed leader in premium fishing kayaks and a household name for serious anglers.
Recreational Kayaks
Exceptional performance, inspired convenience, and endless possibilities.
Fishing Kayaks
Award-winning design, innovative pedal-powered drives, and premium features.
Touring Kayaks
Stability, agility and comfort for extended days and distance on the water.
What Wilderness Systems Customers Are Saying....
★★★★★Ryan H.Love this kayak. It changed the way I fish. Adding the pedal system has made me a more efficient angler. Tracks perfect, smooth clean ride, the seat is comfortable.
Anderson, SC
★★★★★Chris C.It has been over a year since I bought my first WS kayak and I am still in love! Whether we are paddling around a lake or floating along the James River, I get compliments all the time.
Richmond, VA
Wilderness Systems Best Sellers
Pungo 105
Blending celebrated legacy design elements with a re-imagined modern flair, the Pungo delivers dynamic on-water performance with superior stability, unmatched speed, premium comfort, and intelligent outfitting.
ATAK 120
Based on an award-winning design, the ATAK 120's compact design increases manageability both on and off the water. An open customizable platform, paired with unmatched stability bring specialized performance attributes to the water.
Aspire 105
The Aspire is a high-performance sit-inside recreational kayak with endless possibilities. Designed for the beginner to intermediate paddler looking to expand beyond flat-water. The Aspire combines maneuverability with stability.
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