Copper Harbor Canoe Rentals
A paddling adventure perfect for a couple or for the whole family!
Copper Harbor Canoe Rentals:
- Are equipped with paddles and life vests (PFD).
- Are for self-guided use on inland lakes only (this does not include the Harbor, which is still Lake Superior temperatures)
- Have shuttle delivery available for an additional charge (see below for locations and pricing).
LOOKING TO PADDLE ISLE ROYALE?: “Lake Superior is well known for its cold temperatures, fog and sudden squalls that can generate waves that could easily swamp a canoe. This along with scarce outer shore landing sites adds to the potential danger.” (Citation: www.nps.gov/isro) That being said, we do not offer canoe rentals for paddling Isle Royale – just inland lakes on the Keweenaw mainland, only.
Round Trip Delivery/Pick Up Fees
to nearby inland lakes (same fee for one or more canoes):
Lake Fanny Hooe: $20
Lake Manganese: $20
Lake Medora: $80
Lake Bailey: $120
Lac La Belle: $150
Gratiot Lake: $200
The many inland lakes of the Keweenaw offer a variety of opportunities for paddling in a number of scenic and sheltered locations.
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- Lake Fanny Hooe and Lake Manganese are both located within a mile of the Copper Harbor village limits and often times have placid conditions for a leisurely paddle.
- Lake Medora, just four miles south of Copper Harbor, is a Canadian-like lake that has a number of islands, scenic mountain views and is known to have some good fishing.
- Lake Bailey, also known as “the donut lake” as seen above from Brockway Mountain, is 10 miles west of Copper Harbor. This shallow and marshy lake is home to a variety waterfowl and is mostly undeveloped. The island is publically owned is a good place for paddlers to have a picnic lunch.
- 14 miles from Copper Harbor, Lac La Belle is one of the largest inland lakes in the Keweenaw and is inhabited with a number of seasonal camps and cottages and is known to have some good walleye, rock bass, perch and northern-pike fishing.
- Gratiot Lake, which lies at the feet of Mt. Horace Greeley and Mt. Gratiot, contains 1,438 acres and is the largest lake in Keweenaw County. These peaks are the two highest points in the Keweenaw, at 1550 feet and 1490 feet, respectively. Gratiot Lake is at 743 feet, while Lake Superior is at 602.
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RENTAL DETAILS
COST
Up to 4 hours = $45
Full Day up to 9 hours = $80
See Delivery/Pick-up Fee Chart
Time
Reservations are required to guarantee availability.
Walk-ins will be accommodated whenever possible.
Full Day Rentals are available to have from open to close – overnight rentals may at times be arranged.
Rentals may be scheduled for pick-up or shuttle delivery based upon availability.
BEST FOR
- All Ages
- Self-Guided Adventuring
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