Top 10 Kayaking & Canoeing in Upper Peninsula, Upper Peninsula

Established in 1994, Keweenaw Adventure Company (KAC) is a guide and outfitter specializing in Lake Superior sea kayak adventures and mountain biking on Copper Harbor's internationally recognized trail system. With over twenty-five years' experience and an excellent safety record, we provide state-of-the-art rental equipment, essential goods and exceptional customer service. We offer a variety of guided day trips, as well as multi-day kayak tours on Isle Royale National Park and along the Keweenaw Water Trail. We have lodging available and have a small retail shop where we host a supply of essential bike parts and kayak accessories, bicycle, canoe & SUP rentals, bicycle service (mechanics), interpretive guided eco-hikes and a shuttle service, too. More than just a shop, we have also built our reputation as advocates, trail builders, community organizers and folks who like to have a good time.

Kayak and stand up paddle board rentals with 2 locations: one on Mackinac Island, MI and one in Mackinaw City, MI. For beginners we offer basic instruction and guided tours in the calm waters of the marina, and for our more experienced paddlers, we lead tours to Arch Rock, Devil's Kitchen, the Mackinac Bridge, Round Island, and Bois Blanc Island, on the Straits of Mackinac in Lake Huron. Our summer tours are popular, and they book up fast, so reserve on our website now to secure your time!

Woods & Waters has been taking people like you on nature-filled adventures since 2002. Our fun and informative guided tours in the Les Cheneaux Islands, the Eastern UP, and Isle Royale National Park will immerse your senses with the rustic and still wild northern Great Lakes. Whether you just want an easy paddle to explore our cedar shores and catch a sunset, or days of quality time off the grid, our team of trained guides will be with you for every dip of the paddle or step along the trail. Our outdoor activities include kayaking and hiking — something for everyone! We believe that everyone has the most fun when they’re in the middle of nature, so come have an adventure with us. We also rental Rocky Mountain fat tire, mountain, and gravel bikes, kayaks (sea and sit-on-top), and paddle boards (SUPs). And our quaint retail shop can either help outfit many adventures or find a unique gift.

Kayak DA Au Train River, Lake Superior, Au Train Lake or all of dem! Trips:​ We offer a wide variety of trips ranging from 1 to 7 hours. We provide all necessary equipment and shuttle service is included! We have the Largest selection of kayaks and paddleboards in DA UP!

If you are not on a boat you are not with Pictured Rocks Kayaking! We are the only kayaking company in the area that brings you to the best parts of Pictured Rocks National lakeshore by boat. Your tour begins on a specialized vessel heading out of Munising Bay with amazing views of Grand Island, the Historic East Channel Light House and the beginning of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. You may sit back and relax as we anchor near the best parts of the lakeshore and prepare to launch your kayak by boat. The majority of points of interest will be seen by up close and personal by kayak. For safety, the boat will stay with the kayaking groups for the entire adventure. Approximately 2 hours/5 miles later we will pick you back up out of the water for a relaxing boat ride back to the mainland. Check out our website for videos and more information. Book here: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35663

Upper Peninsula Tours is a fun way to see the U.P. of Michigan we specialize in off the beaten path adventures. Waterfalls, big scenic views, walk amidst history, kayak trips, kayak rentals, get your feet wet along Lake Superior, find agates and rocks, see glacial scars, see wildlife, and enjoy the serenity of the U.P. on our tours. Choose a 1/2 day tour or Full day tour. upperpeninsulatours.com

Portage Paddle Sports at Ray Kestner Water Front Park (Chutes & Ladders) in Houghton offers stand up paddle boards for all ages and experience levels, along with a group board that holds up to 7 people!! Single, tandem (2 people), and family (up to 4 people) kayaks, cruiser bikes and connectable float tubes. All devices are conveniently located on the shore of the Portage Canal and ready for rent. At the concession building find 18 + flavors of Jilbert’s hand-scooped ice cream and other concession items. Our certified staff is waiting to help in preparation, instruction and service to provide our customers with a fun and worry free paddle experience.

SKCo's mission is to provide our guests with opportunities to enjoy kayaking the waters of Lake Superior in small, intimate groups (average group size is 4 people, with a maximum of 10). Our most popular trip is a sunset paddle around Presque Isle in Marquette, and we offer private full day and overnight trips at Grand Island in Munising for those who are up for a longer adventure!

Beautiful guided kayak tours along Lake Superior's shoreline in Marquette, located in Michigan's incredible Upper Peninsula. Three different tours are offered based on duration. The tours include views of Marquette's Presque Isle sandstone and granite cliffs, stops at remote beaches, and the opportunity to cliff jump off the stunning Marquette Blackrocks. Book your paddle adventure today!

A great new kayak and Paddlesports company that rents kayaks and paddlboards on Lake Michigan, Huron, and inland lakes