Canoeing · Michigan
Canoeing in Michigan
9 outfitters across Michigan. Ratings, hours, contact details and a map for each, all in one place.
Named lakes and reservoirs
7,197
Rated 4.5+ on Google
7 of 9
Cities
6
Most in Ann Arbor (3), Milford (2)
Best season
May to Oct
At a glance
Highest rated on Google
Ranked by Google rating, then by number of reviews, across all 9 outfitters listed in Michigan.
| Outfitter | City | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Village Canoe Rental | Milford | 4.9344 Google reviews |
| Campbell's Canoe & Kayak Livery | Roscommon | 4.8302 Google reviews |
| Gallup Park Canoe & Kayak | Ann Arbor | 4.71,168 Google reviews |
| Skip's Huron River Canoe Livery | Ann Arbor | 4.7654 Google reviews |
| Argo Park Canoe & Kayak | Ann Arbor | 4.6812 Google reviews |
| Heavner Canoe Rental | Milford | 4.6575 Google reviews |
| Riverside Canoe | Honor | 4.5815 Google reviews |
| White's Canoe Livery & Campground | Sterling | 4.4379 Google reviews |
Operators
Canoeing operators
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Lakes
Lakes to canoe in Michigan
- Named lakes in Michigan
- 6,969
- Reservoirs
- 228
Largest by area
- Lake Michigan14,296,881 acres
- Torch Lake18,728 acres
- Lake Leelanau8,615 acres
- Elk Lake8,052 acres
- Glen Lake6,293 acres
Source: USGS Geographic Names Information System.
Resources
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Videos worth watching
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How to Canoe | 3 Key Strokes All Paddlers Should Know
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Golden Rules of Canoeing | How to Stay Safe on the Water
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How to Paddle a Canoe
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Canoe Paddle Strokes with Northern Tier
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Guides worth reading
Trip briefs, prep checklists, and how-tos. Free to read.
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