Pictured Rocks Kayaking

Launch safely from our boat - paddle the most iconic stretch of Pictured Rocks.

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Relax and enjoy a boat cruise to and from your launch point
Paddle close enough to touch - experience the geological layers of these mammoth cliffs up close.
Safety and convenience - our cruise boat is nearby to assist - or just offer a bathroom break.

Why You Need to Take a Kayak Tour of Pictured Rocks

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Launch safely and conveniently from our boat, not from shore.

The Tour

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Miners Castle
Painted Coves
Caves of all Colors
Lovers Leap
Rainbow Cave
Indian Head
Gull Rookery
Grand Portal
Battleship Rocks
Flower Vase
Indian Drum
Chapel Cove
Chapel Rock

Paddle the most iconic stretch of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

We’re the only trip along the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore that shows you the best of the park. Cruise aboard our 56-foot passenger vessel and launch your kayak right where the most notable scenery begins.

Our boat follows you—making it more safe and convenient for varied ages and abilities.

Because our launch boat follows you along as you paddle, you’ll always be within a reasonable distance of emergency help and restrooms. Families and seniors can choose to take a break at any time, making your trip as comfortable as possible. (We still don’t recommend this tour for smaller children.)

Trips are approximately 4-5 hours long with around 2 hours—or 5 miles—of kayaking time.

Your tour begins at the East Channel of Munising Bay and heads into Lake Superior where you will launch your kayak just past Painted Coves. Once finished with the paddle portion of the trip, board the boat for a ride back to shore.

Alternate Tour

Sometimes Mother Nature has different plans and we cannot safely kayak along Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. When the winds are too strong and the waves are too big, we offer an alternate tour along Grand Island. Read on about our alternate tour.

summer schedule

2021 schedule now available! Book tour tickets now!

DAILY TOURS
Memorial Day – September

Morning Tours 9:00 am & 9:15 am EST
Afternoon Tours 2:30 pm & 3:00 pm EST

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We paddle in tandem kayaks. If you have an odd number in your group, we can easily accommodate by pairing you with another paddler.
Arrive at least 40 minutes prior to confirm your booking, receive gear and review safety protocol prior to boarding.

Tours will not be delayed to accommodate late arrivals.

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pricing

Adults $168
Youth 12 & Under $128

View our refund and cancellation policy. Tickets are per person.

Plan your Trip

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Keep in mind that we paddle in tandem kayaks based because of the improved stability. If you have an odd number in your group or you are a solo paddler, you will be paired with another kayaker.

Please arrive at least 40 minutes prior to confirm your booking, receive gear and review safety protocol prior to boarding.
Tours will not be delayed to accommodate late arrivals.

Munising, Michigan is located in the Eastern Time Zone (EST). Be mindful of the clock when traveling to kayak with us.

Paddling will be done with the wind at the paddlers back whenever possible. The tour will run weather permitting with a safety first mindset. A back up trip will be offered in case of weather conditions where we cannot safely kayak Pictured Rocks.

No alcohol or drugs are permitted on the tour.

WHAT WE PROVIDE

18 foot Looksha T Tandem kayaks manufactured by Necky Kayaks
Personal flotation devices + spray skirts (All passengers will be required to wear a provided personal flotation device, wetsuits will be available upon request.)
ACA trained guides with a safety first mindset
Passenger boat nearby for convenience and safety

WHAT TO BRING

Trips are approximately 5 hours long, please be prepared for rain or cold weather with appropriate layers
Food & water (no designated meal breaks)
Jacket and shoes or sandals
Camera
Sunglasses & hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent

FAQ & Safety Policy

Let us answer your questions before the trip.