Kayak Rentals
Huron / Manistee National Forest
Pine River Paddlesports Center rents kayaks and services kayak trips on Michigan's Pine River and Manistee River. With the largest inventory of rental kayaks in the Midwest, we have choices available here that you won't find anywhere else. Our experienced staff will fit you to a kayak that is both weight and experience appropriate.
Kayak Rentals & Trips on the Pine River
Widely regarded as the best paddlesports river in lower Michigan, the Pine River is in both the Michigan Natural Rivers Program and the United States Wild & Scenic Rivers System. With numerous access sites and campgrounds along and near the Pine River, we can plan your kayak trip to whatever length you prefer.
Kayak Rentals & Trips on the Big Manistee River
Considered Michigan's finest multi-day paddle and camp river, the Big Manistee River is a great choice for the kayak trip of your dreams. Its gorgeous river valley, forested riverscape, smiling waters, great swimming and excellent fishing attracts kayak-campers from across the Midwest. Rest assured, we have the kayak that is size and experience appropriate for your Manistee River adventure.
Beginning Kayakers Welcome Here
Never been in a kayak? Relax! With a low center of gravity and double bladed paddle, a kayak is easy to master. Our staff of experienced paddlers can quickly teach you what you need to know to go out and kayak with confidence and control. Join the thousands of guests who learn from us every year. You'll be planning your next trip before the first one is even over.
Please review our Paddlecraft Guidelines and Policies
We visited your place this summer and canoed down the Pine. I wanted to let you know that we had a terrific time and that we appreciated your care with us in making sure we were prepared for the trip. It was obvious to us that you pay very good attention to the individuality of the groups that come in seeking a fun day on the river and we thought it was great that you didn't just send us off assuming we knew what we were doing. Your staff was terrific. Your campground was very nice and we are already talking about a trip to come and stay. We are thinking of doing a 2 or 3 day trip next time. I was impressed with the family feel of your place from the first time I visited your website and wanted to reciprocate in thanking you for the fun that our family had.
Kayaks Available for Rent
Our extensive inventory of kayaks includes:
- Dagger kayaks
- Wilderness System kayaks
- Old Town kayaks
- Wavesport kayaks
- Mainstream kayaks
- Recreational kayaks
- Whitewater kayaks
- Sit-on-top kayaks
- Tandem kayaks
- Sea kayaks
- Rodeo kayaks
- Funyaks