Northwoods Wilderness Outfitters

Viewing nature from a canoe or kayak is a unique experience sure to make wonderful memories. For the quiet, careful paddler, a surprise awaits around every bend. A doe and fawn stand at river's edge while eagles soar overhead. A family of elusive ducks head for cover under a woodsy canopy along the riverbank. You might also encounter Blue Herons, otters, muskrats, along with numerous songbirds and other wildlife.

Our self-guided trips are from 3 hours to 3 or more days in length and are enjoyed by all skill levels. Paddle a canoe or a user-friendly sport kayak on one of our area's remote and scenic rivers. It's truly an experience you'll never forget!

We specialize in small, personalized group trips (2-6 people) although we offer trips for larger groups (up to 12 people). A smaller group size allows for a greater chance to view wildlife and a more enjoyable paddle.

Reservations are required
Because of our personalized service we do not have a daily trip schedule. Reservations with a 25% deposit are advised to assure you of you requested trip. Regretfully, we cannot control Mother Nature and cannot issue refunds due to poor weather but will issue a "rain check" which you can apply to a future trip. Cancellations on our part (i.e. poor water conditions or severe weather), or with a 10 day advance notice will receive a full refund.
For reservations call 1-800-530-8859.

You may wish to bring some or all of the following some of which can be purchased at our store:

Water shoes
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
Rain gear
Hat
Sunglasses
Camera
Lunch or Snacks
Beverage
Waterproof bag

Our Famous Blind Duck Special
(2 hours paddling time)
Paddling adventure with dinner at the Blind Duck Inn. Nice easy river trip and great food. June through Sept. $39.00 per person + tax. Includes $15.00 certificate for dinner (beverages not included).

Menominee River
(2 ½ to 6 hours paddling time)
Paddle the gentle upper section of the Menominee (2 ½ hours-3 hours) or extend your trip and explore the many islands and coves on the Badwater Flowage along the Michigan-Wisconsin border.

Pine River
(3 hour paddling time)
An easy paddle, very relaxing and quiet. Very mild current, no portages.

Brule River #1
(4-5 hours paddling time)
Scenic and quiet, good wildlife area. Mild to moderate current. No portages.

Brule River #2
(8-10 hours paddling time)
Leisurely overnight trip, quiet and secluded. Good wildlife and fishing area. Mild to moderate current. No portages. Primitive campsites.

Brule River #3
(12-16 hours paddling time)
Very leisurely 3-day trip, 2 night trip, quiet and secluded. Good wildlife and fishing area. No portages, mild to moderate current. Take and extra day and explore the Brule backwaters and Paint Pond. Primitive campsites.

Michigamme and Menominee Rivers
Great 3 day or longer fishing and exploring trip. Combination river and large lake paddling. Primitive campsites, good fishing and wildlife areas. 2-3 portages, mild to moderate river current.

All prices are subject to change without notice.