Port Austin

Your paddle begins at Veteran's Waterfront Park in Port Austin. This is a beautiful sandy beach with plenty of parking. From here, paddle west. I like to stick close to shore to check out everything up close and to minimize the waves. Not far into your paddle, you will come across your first big rock formations and a couple sea caves to paddle into. Keep paddling and you will come across beaut...

Port Austin to Point Aux Barques Via Kayak is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Port Austin, Michigan.

Only accessible by a kayaking adventure, Turnip Rock is a one-of-a-kind natural wonder.Although it is close to shore, all land surrounding it is privately owned and therefore not accessible by foot. Kayak rentals can be found in downtown Port Austin.Most of the trek is over shallow water. Upon arriving to the location, you can beach your kayak on the nearby shore and walk to the base of the roc...

Port Crescent State Park Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Port Austin, Michigan.

Huron Sand Dunes is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Port Austin, Michigan.

Launch your kayak in the sheltered marina of Grindstone City County Park. Once you paddle past the break walls, paddle east along the shore. In less than a mile, you will come to huge rock faces. Some faces have beaches of rocks and sand. If it's wavy or windy, be careful not to get too close! Always have a floatation device in your kayak, and be mindful of the weather. Check the marine foreca...

Tawas Point via Sandy Hook Nature Trail is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near East Tawas, Michigan.

Eagle Run Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Oscoda, Michigan.

Corsair Cross Country Ski Trail is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Oscoda, Michigan.