Dear Valued Guests,
Going forward, all of our kayak tours will launch directly from a pontoon boat, adding a unique and exciting twist to your adventure. Depending on the location, guests will either board the boat at the dock or wade out a short distance to meet us before we set off. This new approach ensures a smoother, more enjoyable start to your journey while allowing us to avoid the crowds and bureaucratic hurdles of public beach launches, so we can focus on exploring the stunning natural beauty that awaits you.
For every kayak tour we offer, you’ll enjoy the convenience of free public parking right at the launch location. Instead of launching directly from the beach, our tours now begin from a pontoon boat anchored just 10 feet offshore in two feet of water. Please note that you’ll need to wade out to the pontoon boat, so be prepared to get wet. This unique launch method allows us greater flexibility to deliver a more seamless and memorable experience, ensuring you get the most out of your adventure!
Skill Level: Beginner
Time / Distance: 2 Hr / 2 Caves; 3 miles round trip
Kayaks: Tandem and Triple
Launch Location: Big Bay State Park
Madeline Island has the least impressive sea cave of any that we tour, but has a rich cultural history.
Originally called Mooniingwanekaaning (“The island
Abundant with Yellow-shafted Norther Flicker”), the island was inhabited
for hundreds of years by the La Pointe Band of Lake Superior Chippewa,
an Ojibwa band of the Lake Superior Chippewa. The Caves on Madeline
Island are located at Big Bay State Park.
**Must be less than 300 lbs and less than 6’8 with hip width less than 20″ to properly fit in the gear for this tour**