The Woods Canoe and Kayak Rental
Canoe & Kayak Trips on the Tahquamenon River

Highway M-123, at the corner of M-123 and Fordney Tower Road
Phone: 906-203-7624

The Woods Canoe & Kayak Rental Offers:
Family friendly paddling trips on the Tahquamenon River beginning near Newberry.
Daily and Weekly canoe & kayak rentals for nearby lakes and rivers with delivery or customer pick up.
Delivery to nearby campgrounds.
Shuttle Service provided.
Pets Welcome.

Open Daily
June 15th through September 10th
9 am to 6 pm
Located 13 miles north of Newberry or 10 miles west of the Upper Falls on M-123.

Canoe & Kayak Trips on the Tahquamenon River
All trips include shuttle service, paddles and PFD's

The Woods offers a variety of family friendly paddling trips on the Tahquamenon River with easy paddling for all ages. Trips begin near Newberry and take 1 1/2 hours, 3 hours, and 4 1/2 hours on the peaceful Tahquamenon River with abundant wildlife, photo opportunities, and fishing. Pets are welcome on our canoe and kayak trips.

Short Trip
This is an easy short gentle paddle and is ideal for beginning paddlers or families with young children. You start at the Dollarville Dam, and end at the Logging Museum. It takes about 1 1/2 hours to explore this area of the river in a canoe, but take as long as you like.
Rates:1st Canoe or Kayak: $35
2 Kayaks: $45
Each additional Canoe: $25 / Kayak: $22.50
Trip A
This trip begins on Highway M-123 at the Bridge over the Tahquamenon River on the north side of Newberry. Paddle down a 6 mile stretch from the Bridge to McPhee's Landing. This paddle takes about 2 1/2 hours to 3 1/2 hours or you can take all day if you wish. A fun trip for the entire family.
Rates: 1st Canoe or Kayak: $40.00
2 Kayaks: $50.00
Each additional canoe: $30.00/ Kayak: $25.00
Trip B
This is a longer trip that begins at the Dollarville Dam, west of Newberry and paddle to the McPhee's Landing. This will add about 1 1/2 hours to your trip. Enjoy this beautiful scenery as you paddle through the peaceful wilderness. Be sure to bring your camera.
1st Canoe or Kayak: $45
2 Kayaks: $55
Each additional canoe: $35/ Kayak: $27.50
Upper Falls Area Trip
This trip is ideal for paddling, wildlife viewing, and photography. . . A joy for nature lovers. This trip takes you through "Tahquamenon Country". Your trip begins at a remote launch site and ends about 1/2 mile before the Upper Falls. Plan on at least 3 hours for this trip.
1st Canoe or Kayak: $40
2 Kayaks: $50
Each additional canoe: $30/ Kayak: $25
Multi-day trips available. Please call for information

Map of "Short Trip", Trip "A", & Trip "B"
Ability Required:beginner. . . River Speed: slow. . . Depth: 2'-4' with some deep holes. . . Obstacles: some submerged logs

 

Visit us at The Woods for all of your canoe and kayak rental needs.

If you would like to canoe or kayak on one of the many lakes and rivers in the area, we offer daily and weekly rentals at affordable prices. Our Woodsman canoes are lightweight and can easily be transported on the roof of most vehicles, or for your convenience, we'll deliver them right to your campsite and pick them up for you. All rentals include paddles and PFDs.

Bring your camera and some snacks and spend a delightful time paddling down the Tahquamenon River.
Pets Welcome

Mailing Address:
The Woods Canoe & Kayak Rental
Ken Orlang
P.0. Box 536,
Newberry, MI 49868
Phone: 906-203-7624

For reservations and additional information, please call us at 906-203-7624.

Reservations are accepted beginning May 1, 2010

Sorry, but we do not accept credit cards

Visit our web site at www.thewoodscanoerental.net

 

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