
Date and Time
Saturday Sep 20, 2025 Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Fees/Admission
Rental fees start at $25 per hour for a single (one-person) kayak or stand-up paddleboard; $30 per hour for a double (two-person) kayak.
Description
The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and the river is calling! Join us during the first weekend of fall for peaceful paddles, golden views, and cozy autumn vibes.
For the first weekend of fall only (September 20-21), take 15% off your rentals with promo code FALL15 at check-out. (Valid for online advance reservations only.)
Choose from our three Southwest Michigan river locations (hours may vary; check "book now" calendar to see availability):
- Galien River, 200 Marquette Drive, New Buffalo - discover Michigan's Harbor Country on a rental kayak or stand-up paddleboard as you paddle through the New Buffalo Marsh, a unique Great Lakes marsh that formed along the Galien River just upstream from Lake Michigan.
- Paw Paw River, 601 Graham Avenue, Benton Harbor - just minutes from downtown St. Joseph and the Benton Harbor Arts District, you can explore beautiful wetlands on a rental kayak or stand-up paddleboard and paddle the Paw Paw River through Harbor Shores, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.
- Wade's Bayou, 52 Bayou Street, Douglas - a visit to the Saugatuck / Douglas area isn’t complete without paddling the Kalamazoo River! Rent a kayak or paddleboard at Wade’s Bayou Park in downtown Douglas - the perfect starting point for taking in the beautiful waterfront and natural scenery.
Hours vary based on weather and water conditions. Click the "book now" button at thirdcoastpaddling.com and select your preferred location to view our real-time availability calendar and to make a reservation.