The U.P.’s Hidden Gem
Join us for a leisurely, relaxing trip on the Indian River, a Federally-designated Wild and Scenic River, for safe, fun adventure and breathtaking views
Baldy Shores Kayaking offers you and your family the opportunity to explore the Indian River as you paddle and float through the Hiawatha National Forest in the heart of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Experience the preserved, natural beauty of this quaint waterway as you weave through the forest. From the novice to the experienced paddler, Baldy Shores Kayaking accommodates shuttled kayaking services for all to enjoy.
If visiting the Pictured Rocks, touring the waterfalls, hiking, biking or camping, do not miss out on this Upper Peninsula destination spot!
- $54 per person, includes kayak, life jacket and shuttle service
- Self-guided trip plus shuttle is approximately 2 - 3 hour total
- Great for singles, large groups, adults and kids alike
- Relaxing, and fun for any skill level
- Approxiately 20 minutes from Munising
- 5 runs from 9:50am to 12:50pm (June through September)
~ June - weekends
~ July, August, September - every day (through 1st 2 weeks of Sept)
Other Things to Do in the Area...
Enjoy the Munising area, home to dozens of natural wonders!
The Munising area is home to some of the most beautiful and scenic recreation destinations on earth. The always-popular Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is only 14 miles from Baldy Shores Kayaking, and offers the wild beauty of the Lake Superior shoreline, with breathtaking sandstone cliffs, beaches, dunes, waterfalls, and deep, untouched surrounding forest lands.
Closer to Baldy Shores Kayaking, you may enjoy the Bruno's Run Trail, a gorgeous 9-mile nature hike winding through rolling hills, lakes, streams, overlooks, and valleys teeming with plants and wildlife.
Nearer the Manistique area, you'll find the Pine Marten Run Trail, a 26-mile system of five shorter loops that explore the beautiful Indian River, and numerous nearby lakes.
The McKeever Hills Trail offers six miles of peaceful hiking trails through the Hiawatha National Forest. Beautiful views of inland lakes - No Fee.
Pete's Lake is also nearby, a mere 10 miles south of Munising, with beautiful views of several surrounding lakes, along with camping, hiking, biking, fishing, picnicking, and sandy-bottom swimming with a white-sand swimming beach.
