Create memories in Michigan
Welcome to Sauble River Kayaks, where your next adventure awaits!
Nestled alongside the picturesque Big Sable River in Michigan, our location offers the perfect blend of serene natural beauty and thrilling water activities. Whether you're an intermediate or a seasoned paddler, our top-quality kayak rentals and friendly, knowledgeable staff ensure a memorable experience. Discover the joy of gliding through calm waters, surrounded by lush landscapes and vibrant wildlife. Come visit us and make lasting memories on the water at Sauble River Kayaks!
The Big Sable River is a 52-mile-long river in Michigan. It originates in Lake County in the chain of lakes known as Sauble Lakes and flows across Lake and Mason counties. It is dammed to form Hamlin Lake, and below the dam continues through Ludington State Park to empty into Lake Michigan.
We are located near Route 31 and E Sauble Drive in Free Soil, Michigan across from Doc's on the River (formerly Doc's Sauble River Inn).
What Our Customers Are Saying
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"Sauble River Kayaks made my first “river” kayaking trip enjoyable, memorable, and effortless. As someone new to outdoor extracurricular activities I was a bit nervous, I have only kayaked twice and with Tour guides. Sauble River Kayaks was timely, communicative, and knowledgeable of the area/river and of kayaking. Overall, I would highly recommend for all kayakers (beginners or advanced). The river itself has some beginner level obstacles and plenty of sandy spots to stop if needed. We had a group, and it took us about 3 hours to complete. Group had a variety of capabilities levels. For the affordable price, why not check it out!" Molly
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"We took a kayak trip shortly after they officially opened and couldn't be more impressed! The river is fantastic and moves at a good pace, but not super fast. The river has plenty of trees and stumps to maneuver around, but nowhere did we have a hard time doing so or need to get out of the kayak. The river bottom is mostly sandy and maybe only 2-3 feet deep in most places. The kayaks and paddles were new (obviously) and the in/out process was smooth. HIGHLY recommend it and will certainly be back for another trip!" Mike
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"Sauble River Kayaks made my first “river” kayaking trip enjoyable, memorable, and effortless. As someone new to outdoor extracurricular activities I was a bit nervous, I have only kayaked twice and with Tour guides. Sauble River Kayaks was timely, communicative, and knowledgeable of the area/river and of kayaking. Overall, I would highly recommend for all kayakers (beginners or advanced). The river itself has some beginner level obstacles and plenty of sandy spots to stop if needed. We had a group, and it took us about 3 hours to complete. Group had a variety of capabilities levels. For the affordable price, why not check it out!" Molly
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"Immersed in northern Michigan nature. Thats the best way to describe Sauble River Kayaks. Visiting the lake is always fun, but there is no better way to enjoy the natural beauty of the area mixed with the wildlife. The river is pristine, clear and soothing if you want to dock your kayak in a shallow stretch of water to cool off. A beautiful great blue heron may even guide your journey flitting from one tree branch to the next as you weave your way down the Sauble. I can't wait to come back best kayak experience in northern Michigan!" Liam
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Absolutely fantastic experience today. The river was so peaceful and beautiful! All uninterrupted by man, no houses, no car noise, just oeace.We enjoyed the relaxing trip, the scenery and wildlife (fish, deer, turtles, birds and our own guardian crane that followed us the entire trip). There was a nice mix of easy kayaking and a few areas that you had to navigate around downed trees. All sand bottom, clear water average about 3ft deep. Easy drop off and pick up. We will definitely take this trip again.