“Let’s go down the AuTrain!”

17-miles of Upper Peninsula magic.

The AuTrain River Float is a must-do summer adventure! Au Train River Canoes & Kayaks has been serving adventure-seeking visitors and locals for over 20 years.

*Enjoy your vacation you have the rental for the entire day. Just be back to the designated end point by dark!

WALK-INS & PETS WELCOME*

 

New Ownership & Growing!

As of May 2025, Congratulations on your fourth-year anniversary with Au Train River Canoes & Kayaks and your Second-year with Riverview Cottages & Resort along with the private launch! Wally and Khrystal, along with their two sons, are excited for another season especially since the expansion for the private launch. They’ve received so much positive and encouraging feedback from previous customers and locals with the addition of the private launch. They’re continuing to make improvements to create an experience of easy rental options for the ultimate family outdoor activity.

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“We’re always so excited to come back to Michigan again, and thrilled to be sharing this experience with the locals and tourists! As transplants, we know how confusing it can be to book an experience for the family, so we aim to make booking your adventure on the Au Train River as easy and enjoyable as possible.”

“Thanks for all your continuing support we have enjoyed each season. We’ll been counting down the days till we come back. This will be an extra special season for us as this may be our oldest son’s’ last full season with us as he will be graduating from high school next year. Hopefully, he can still come up and spend some time with us for future seasons.

See you soon!”

Book your AuTrain River Experience

This experience is a self-guided paddle down the beautiful Au Train River in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Plan for about 2-6 hours from start to finish. Depending on which adventure float you pick and how many stops you decide to make along the way!

AuTrain River Kayak Rental

Glide down the river like a Yooper! Kayaks are the most popular way to experience the AuTrain.

AuTrain River Canoe Rental

Choose your paddle partner wisely! Paddle the AuTrain river together in our 2 and 3 person canoes.

Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

Sit, stand, kneel, or lay your way down the AuTrain with our stand up paddle boards. Easy for kiddos, too!

Choose your own adventure.

There are multiple ways to experience the Au Train River. These self-guided tours are appropriate for all levels of paddlers, even the kiddos!

Whether you are starting from our private launch (on Riverview) or at the bridge take an venture down the Autrain River to Au Train Lake and/or to Lake Superior our canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards will get you there!

Check out our blog for a detailed map of float options. Decide what adventure you would like to take upon arrival.

  • This adventure begins at our private launch (Riverview) and ends at the Doucette Bridge. If you are paddling heavily the whole way without stopping, you could make it there in 2 hours, BUT most people mozy down the river, stop at the beaches along the way, and arrive at the bridge after about 3-4 hours. When you arrive at the Doucette Bridge, you can float around or get out and be on your way to your next adventure. (*A-C on the map)

  • Start and end your adventure at Riverview Resort (Expect min. 1-1/2 hour to float). Venture up the river for a short leasure float to the mouth of Au Train Lake. Take your time for a longer float to enjoy some fishing, swimming and paddling around the lake. Walleye, Trout, Perch, and a variety of other fish call Au Train Lake Home! Make your way back with the flow of the river and end where you began. (*A-B on the map)

  • Start your adventure at Doucette Bridge (Expect min. 1- 1 1/2 hour to float). Venture down the river for a short leasure float to the mouth of Lake Superior. Very easy nice float less of a forest scenery route. (*C-D on the map)

  • Start your adventure at Riverview (Expect min. 4-6 hours to float). Venture down the river to Lake Superior for a more adventurous and longer float at no additional cost. (*A-D on the map)

Riverview Cabin

Vacation Rentals

Experience the serenity of Au Train in one of three cabins,or enjoy the entire resort with all three rentals, nestled on the shores of the Au Train River.

  • Sleeps up to 2-6 guests

  • Swimming & fishing dock

  • Special rates during the week for those who book a paddle trip during their stay!

 

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