🛶 Kayak / Canoe / SUP on public land in Michigan

5 public places in Michigan are listed for kayak / canoe / sup (2 national lakeshores, 1 national forests, 1 national parks, 1 state parks). 1 have no entry fee. Open any place for its map, directions, fees and the land around it.

Rules, seasons and closures vary by unit. Confirm with the managing agency before you go.

The places

🌲 Huron-Manistee National Forestsfree
🏞️ Isle Royale National Park$7/person/day
🌊 Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore$25/vehicle (7 days)
🌊 Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore$25/vehicle (7 days)
🌳 Tahquamenon Falls State ParkMI Recreation Passport: $14/yr residents; $11/day or $41/yr non-res vehicle

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