Alcona Canoe Rental is one of the best in Michigan, offering canoeing and kayaking on a beautiful, wild, and easy stretch of the Ausable River. The trip is fun to float on with a gentle current, great for beginners and experienced paddlers alike, and excellent for birdwatching. They provide good quality, comfortable kayaks. The owners and staff are very welcoming, friendly, and treat customers well. The operation is timely, really organized, and efficient, with easy transportation to the launch site. They are helpful heroes in any situation, going above and beyond to ensure a good experience. It is highly recommended for a great time and is the very best for camping and canoeing.
The owners are an absolute charm. Top notch service. Kind, friendly, informative people. The AuSable is such a beautiful river, Mother Nature at her finest!
August 2025
Have camped here 3 years in a row now and have rented a kayak to traverse a section of the Au Sable River, and had such a good time!
July 2025
We go almost every year and it's always a great time!
