Michigan’s lower Peninsula River guide

Discover the serene beauty of kayaking on the rivers of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, where gentle currents and stunning landscapes create unforgettable paddling adventures. From the winding Huron River near Ann Arbor to the pristine Au Sable and Manistee Rivers in the north, these waterways offer everything from calm flatwater sections perfect for beginners to exciting mild rapids for more experienced kayakers.


Au Gres River 

Boardman River 


The Grand River 


Rogue River



Thornapple River



Flat River


Muskegon River



Pierre Marquette River



White River 

Rifle River


Manistee River

One of Michigan’s premier paddle rivers. Crystal-clear water, sandy bends, and long wilderness sections—great for endurance paddling and overnight trips


Crockery Creek


Little Manistee River 


Huron River


Jordan River

Gratiot River

Pentwater River

The Saint Joseph River


Cass River 

Rifle River

Indian River