Boat & Canoe Rental
There are many places where you can walk or drive along our waterways. But to really see how beautiful and wild our magnificent rivers are, you need to feel the pull of their currents. Rent our members’ canoes and kayaks and see why people have explored our rivers for centuries.
The St. Joseph River, Michigan's second largest river, offers medium-fast to quiet waters for boaters as it flows through Buchanan, Berrien Springs, Niles and St. Joseph-Benton Harbor in Berrien County. The Galien River quietly winds its way from Galien to New Troy, through Warren Woods State Park and past Union Pier into Lake Michigan. The Black River calmly flows through South Haven and Bangor into Lake Michigan while the Paw Paw River lazily runs through Paw Paw, Lawrence, and Hartford in Van Buren County.
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Bangor/South Haven Heritage Water Trail Association |
P.O. Box 676
South Haven, MI 49090
Contact: John Mitchell
GPS [42.3154° N, 86.1122° W]
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We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation committed to the planning and implementation of a Heritage Water Trail on the south branch of the Black River between the cities of Bangor and South Haven.
Paddlers can launch at Lion's Park in Bangor and end their trip 21 miles downstream at the Michigan Maritime Museum. Paddlers will experience nature and historical sites along the way.
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Directions:
I-94 to I-196 (Exit 34). Take I-196 to Exit 20 (Phoenix Road - South Haven). Turn left off the exit ramp and go to the 1st traffic light, turn left onto Blue Star Highway. Go to the 1st traffic light and turn left onto M-43. Travel 10 miles on M-43 to Bangor. Just before the railroad tracks turn left onto Railroad Avenue. Lion's Park is approximately 1/4 mile on the left.
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Doe-Wah-Jack's Canoe Rental |
52963 M-51 North
Dowagiac, MI 49107
269.782.7410 888.782.7410
GPS [42.0283° N, 86.1075° W]
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Canoe the beautiful and historic Dowagiac River, choosing from treks of up to 16 miles.
-Trip 1 takes you down a quiet river while the sounds of nature surround you in peace.
-Trip 2 steers you past the Dowagiac Woods, a virgin forest featuring wildlife and endangered species.
-Trip 3 ends at Arthur Dodd Memorial Park with restrooms, hiking trails and picnic area.
Two person canoes, tandem and solo kayaks, paddles and cushions are available for rental. Lessees must be at least 18 years of age. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent. Car spotting is optional.
Dogs are allowed to go on trips in canoes or kayaks.
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Directions:
Located 3 miles north of Dowagiac on M-51.
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