The Hinckley Picnic Boat is a line of boats built by Hinckley Yachts, a company that has been building boats since 1928. The Picnic Boat line introduced an entirely new yacht in a class of her own.

In 1994, Hinckley broke its no-building-before-buying rule. The company was struggling financially when co-owners Bob Hinckley and Shep McKenney came up with the idea for a dayboat: it would look like the lobster boats that trolled Maine’s rocky coves, be made of the then-newfangled Kevlar composite, and use an innovative inboard jet system to allow the hull to navigate shallow water.

The first Picnic Boat was launched in May of that year, with no interest and no buyers. Today, the Picnic Boat is a cornerstone of the company’s business. The boat is available in 34-, 37-, and 40-foot variants with price tags of $1 million to $1.7 million.

The original Picnic Boat is the Picnic Boat 34' - 37", introduced in 1995. It is a new class with a shallow draft, composite construction, and maneuvering jets. This waterjet technology gives a top speed of 34 knots, and allows owners to explore secluded coves and shallow waters easily. The new Picnic Boat also includes virtual anchor which, at the touch of a button, you drop a virtual anchor to hold your boat's position anywhere in the world. Another new feature is the dynamic steering which automatically adjusts the amount of turning needed as the speed of the boat increases. Picnic Boat 34' - 37" can accommodate six passengers and one crew member.

In 2017, Hinckley announced the all new Picnic Boat 40--The largest and most innovative Picnic Boat ever. The Picnic Boat 40 brings a fresh perspective on the most successful Hinckley series ever built. The hull, designed by top naval architect Michael Peters, has lightest strength and durability for a faster, more fuel-efficient ride. This durability is backed by a lifetime hull and deck warranty. Inside, the completely reimagined layout features seamless flow from transom to helm, plentiful lounging space, a wet bar, and full sun coverage. The completely redesigned Jetstick III allows easy navigation through tight turns and docking at tricky marinas. Below deck, the interior converts from cruising to day boating layout. Optional 550hp Cummins give the Picnic Boat 40 a top speed of 38 knots. SilentJet technology allows the boat to run in silence.

In 2020, Hinckley celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Picnic Boat with the Picnic Boat Signature Edition, which includes the 34 S, 37 S, and 40 S hulls. These hulls are made with a carbon inner layer and a Kevlar outer layer for puncture resistance. .

In July 2024, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original Picnic Boat, Hinckley Yachts introduced the Picnic Boat 39. The new model is the first Hinckley Picnic Boat to have forward seating, which creates more space for entertaining and relaxing. The boat has three separate entertaining areas, and a sliding window mechanism for easy access to the foredeck.