ABOUT US

Big Mike’s Canoe Rental, formerly Carl’s Parkview Acres Canoe Rental, is located in it’s original location directly across from the entrance of beautiful Rifle River State Park in Lupton, MI. The park is home to 7 lakes, 4300 acres of wilderness, abundant wildlife, and the headwaters of the Rifle River. The first ten miles of the Rifle, a Michigan designated “wild-scenic river” winds through the park while a multitude of tributaries feed into the waterway.

New owners, Mike, Becky, Tom, Nancy and Tommy are looking forward to serving your recreational needs when you visit the area. In addition to the canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and fishing boats we will be providing bicycle rental so you can cycle the many miles of trails in the park.

Take a leisurely trip beginning in beautiful Grousehaven Lake or directly at the river outside DeVoe Dam. If you are quiet and observant you may see deer, raccoon, fox, turkey, hawks and even bald eagles who are the full-time residents of our beautiful area.

The Rifle River is a friendly host, averaging 18-24 inches in depth, slow moving and therefore easy to navigate for beginners, families and seasoned paddlers as well. Join us for a memorable trip on the Rifle River.

Big Mikes Canoe Rental welcomes you to the Rifle River head waters. We rent Canoes, Kayak, Fishing boats, Paddle boats, and bicycles. Open May through October 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Beautiful Lupton MI.

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