We recommend only two people per canoe, except where there are small children. Rates are per canoe. We provide each canoe with paddles, a USCG–approved life jacket for each person in the canoe and free van transportation for all members of your party.
USCG Apprv'd Safety Reqs
Adult Life Vests
Child Size Life Vests
3 Rental Vessels
A friendly river with a gentle current – ideal for the whole family! Let the kids paddle a kayak or float in their own tube. You do not need experience to canoe the Chippewa. There are no waves or rapids – just let the 4 m.p.h. current carry you ... Read more
Boat Rules
Watersports allowed: Yes
Pets allowed:
With License:
Without License:
Fuel covered:
Captain Required: Yes
Cancellations must be made with at least 24–hour notice to be eligible for refunds. However, group cancellations must be made with at least 48–hour notice of reservation date for refunds.
No Refund will be issued for any early returns regardless of weather.
No Refund will be issued for any early returns regardless of weather.
Note : We operate rain or shine. Rain right before your trip may improve your canoeing experience. If weather conditions are extreme, water currents too swift, or water levels too high, we issue a rain check. We do not issue refunds due to inclement weather. Rain checks will be issued and must be used in season issued.
Allow pets : YES
Note : Reservations of 4 or more canoes or kayaks require a credit card to secure your reservation. You are responsible for your own safety. No liability is accepted by Chippewa River Outfitters or its employees. The abuse of alcoholic beverages during canoe outings is prohibited. Beer kegs, glass containers, Jell–O shots, and Styrofoam coolers are prohibited. The Isabella County Sheriffs Department enforces state laws and local ordinances. Please keep the river clean. Do not litter. There is no garbage service along the river so pack it in and pack it out. Patrons recklessly causing damage to equipment will be charged. There will be a charge for broken or lost equipment. Glass containers should not be taken on the river.