Paddle Michigan to Unplug & Recharge, Together.
Day trip adventures and vacation packages in the awe-inspiring Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Let's get outside and play!
We believe it should be easier to spend time exploring the outdoors with the ones you love. Paddling Michigan in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a canoe & kayak tour agency offering exciting adventures in the Upper Peninsula. We specialize in all-inclusive excursions for your family vacations, work outings and getaways. Enjoy our kayaking packages, glamping campsites and scenery that can’t be beat. We make it easy for you to create lasting memories!
Discover the Area
Click to learn more about Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore & other points of interest you can see on our kayaking tours!
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a U.S. National Lakeshore on the shore of Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It extends for 42 miles along the shore and covers…
Indian Head Rock
This gargantuan rock formation is named after what many say resembles an old ‘Indian Head’ carved into an impressive point of Pictured Rocks. The cliffs of Indian Head are nearly…
Rainbow Cave
Rainbow Cave in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is the largest sea cave seen on kayak tours known for its multi-colored copper stains. The colors on the Pictured Rocks cliffs are…
Bay Furnace
A short 1/8 mile accessible trail encircles the recently stabilized ruins of a blast furnace where pig iron was made between 1870 and 1877. One of the last remaining structures…
Grand Island
Grand Island stretches north for 8 miles, from its southpoint at Williams Landing in Munising Bay to the north end at North Point. Only three miles across at its widest…
Miners Castle
Miner’s Castle is one of the most iconic formations at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Towering above the waters of Lake Superior in Michigan, this dramatic sandstone…
Bridalveil Falls
Bridal Veil Falls is a prominent seasonal waterfall that is nestled in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Bridal Veil Falls, earned its name from the way the water appears to flow…
Kissing Rock
Kissing Rock is a unique geological feature formed by erosion. at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. This formation shows two giant rocks that seems to be “kissing” each other. It’s a…
Shipwreck Point
Shipwreck Point is the point in the kayak tours where the George is visible. The George was a victim of a typical fall gale in Lake Superior. There was about…
Mosquito River & Beach
This is where we normally take the lunch break on the “Paddlers Choice” and Paddle and Hike Tours. To read more click here.
Lover’s Leap Arch
Lover’s Leap Arch is the most photographed place in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Munising, Michigan. It is one of the most dramatic parts of the cliffs, which are…
Caves of the Bloody Chiefs
The “Caves of the Bloody Chiefs” are a notable feature within the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Munising, Michigan, best seen by kayaking. Local legend says the native American Tribes…
Grand Portal Arch
This was truly the most magnificent feature of the Pictured Rocks until rock collapses from erosion in 1900 and 1999 blocked the archway that sailing ships once traversed. You can…
Battleship Row
Battleship row is a unique rock formation that resembles the sterns of a row of battleships. This is located just prior to reaching Chapel Beach in Pictured Rocks. You can…
Chapel Rock
This is the end Point of the “Paddle and Hike Tour”. The sandstone that makes up Chapel Rock is part of the Munising Formation, a 500-million-year-old formation of Cambrian sandstone.…
Falcon Cove
The vegetation on the cliffs of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore attracts many Peregrine Falcons into this cove to nest and feed. These falcons falcons can dive at speeds exceeding 200…
Painted Coves
Gaze up as you kayak through these coves with 200′ tall sandstone walls gleaming with several different mineral stains in a variety of colors. The colors on the Pictured Rocks…
Miners Beach
This sugar sand beach is the starting point for all of our Pictured Rocks kayak tours. You can read more here!
Echo Falls
One of the tallest waterfalls on Grand Island that spills over the cliff edge and drops into Lake Superior. You can read more here, or book a tour here!
Lower Potato Patch Falls
This little waterfall is named after where the first generation of loggers in the area kept their potato patch. Book a spot on one of our guided kayak tours—Potato Patch…
Chapel Falls
This waterfall is located on the chapel trail in Pictured Rocks and can be seen on the Paddle and Hike tour as you hike out at the end of the…
Flower Vase
Carved sandstone that is narrow at the water line and widens at the top with deciduous tree growing up resembling flowers in a vase, this rock along with many others…
Paddling Michigan Selected as 1 of 50 Companies to Watch in Michigan!
This excursion is so fun! You get up close and personal with the shore lines, go under small waterfalls, in caves and even see a sunken ship! I’ve done this twice and each time had a different guide and they both were awesome and were very knowledgeable about the area and what we were seeing!
- Nicole C.
My husband and I had such an amazing time together and with our group on our paddling tour. I was a little intimidated by the six-hour time frame, but our leader, "John-Jack" was so fantastic. His knowledge of the area and paddling was spot-on and his enthusiastic attitude kept the good vibes coming. I cannot say enough good stuff about our time. I can't wait until next summer to try the sunset paddling and to stay in the Paddler's Village!
- Jana D.
We have been conducting kayaking and canoeing tours in Upper Michigan for 20 years and in the Pictured Rocks for 11 years. Over 100,000 kayakers with all skill levels have seen the awe-inspiring Pictured Rocks with our kayak tours. We have been featured in the Midwest Living Magazine and also filmed a show on the Travel Channel. We believe in the power of experiences, and we can’t wait to have you as our guest!
KAYAKING TOURS
PICTURED ROCKS
There’s no better way to take in Lake Superior’s Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore than in a kayak! We have amazing, guided kayaking tours suitable for all ages and skill levels. With daily kayak tours ranging from 2 to 8 hours in length, we have the perfect tour for your Pictured Rocks kayaking vacation!
Discover the beauty and majesty of Bridalveil Falls, Kissing Rock, Lovers Leap Arch, Caves of the Bloody Chiefs, Indian Head, Battleship Row, Chapel Rock, and the sea caves of Pictured Rocks, with Paddling Michigan up-close. When you’re done paddling, enjoy drinks and a great meal at the Duck Pond Eatery & Beer Garden.
VACATION PACKAGES
MAKE A STAY OF IT
We are your gateway to outdoor adventure and fun in Upper Michigan! With our all-inclusive vacation packages, you can paddle Michigan while spending more time exploring and enjoying the natural beauty of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. All our vacation packages include a guided kayaking tour along the Pictured Rocks Shoreline and accommodations with convenient access to all your favorite outdoor activities. We offer it all! Kayaking, canoeing, boat tours, lodging, the best beer selection in the UP and great food! Other kayaking companies in Michigan can’t compare.
You’ll love the comfortable outdoor lodging at Paddlers Village and Au Train Beach Campground. Our yurts, tipis, safari tents and sleeping cabins are equipped with beds, refrigerators, comfortable seating and firepits. Our resort campgrounds are the perfect headquarters for exploring Hiawatha National Forest, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, waterfalls and the beautiful city of Munising. After your day of outdoor fun, enjoy drinks and a great meal at the Duck Pond Eatery & Beer Garden.
Adventure Awaits
As one of the most respected tour companies in Michigan, we’re just a hop, skip, and a jump away! Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is the ultimate outdoor destination for a kayaking trip, boat cruise, waterfront lodging and much more.
We've Got Options
Affordable packages available, so you can relax and let us take care of the logistics. Our all-inclusive kayaking vacation packages are the foundation of a safe and stress-free stay at Pictured Rocks. We offer packages with varying outdoor adventures, meals and comfortable lodging in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
You'll Always Remember
A perfect backdrop for lasting memories. The adventures that unfold with your family and friends on a Pictured Rocks kayaking tour in Michigan's Upper Peninsula are truly unforgettable!
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