easy
4–5 hours
Moderate fitness recommended for sustained paddling and occasional swimming.
Enjoy a 4.5-hour canoe or kayak trip from Pine Avenue to Newaygo, MI. Paddle calm waters, swim, picnic, and soak in nature on this all-inclusive outing.
All Ages! • Trip includes canoe/kayak rental, transport, and gear
Embark on an unforgettable 4.5-hour canoe or kayak adventure from Pine Avenue to Newaygo! Enjoy stunning scenery, swimming, and a picnic along the way. With all equipment provided, just bring your lunch and sunscreen for a day filled with relaxation and fun on the water.
4.5 Hours
Great all day adventure! Trip is approximately 4.5 hours but plan on all day because you are going to want to stop, swim and picnic on this gorgeous trip!
The 'Long Canoe / Kayak Trip' is from Pine Avenue Access to Newaygo and takes approximately 4 to 4.5 hours by canoe or kayak. It is also about 6.5 hours of float time plus your anchor time with a boat. This trip is TOO LONG for rafts or tubes and will not be allowed for safety reasons. Thank you for understanding.
Please don't be or bring a River Jerk. Enough of those in all our daily lives, no need for them on the river!
We include the rental equipment. the floatation devices, paddles if necessary and transportation of course! Bring Lunch, drinks, sunscreen, hats, suits, sunglasses all of that good stuff!
No glass bottles or Styrofoam coolers or glass bottles. We sell water shoes, phone bags, waterproof boxes, etc.
Protect yourself from the sun during open water stretches where shade is minimal.
Choose shoes that can get wet and provide good traction for launching and breaks.
Keep your lunch, phone, and valuables dry during the trip.
Avoid strong winds or storms that could affect safety and comfort on the river.
This river corridor was historically used by Native American tribes and early settlers for trade and transport.
Local groups actively maintain river health through clean-up and invasive species control to protect this natural waterway.
Protects your skin from UV rays during exposed stretches.
summer specific
Provides grip and comfort when launching and walking on rocky shorelines.
Keeps you dry and warm during unexpected rain showers.
spring specific
Protects valuables and food from getting soaked during the trip.