Group Kayaking and Paddleboarding
Looking for a memorable group kayaking trip in West Michigan? Corporate teams, families, friends, or youth groups — we make it simple to get everyone on the water. Equipment, safety orientation, and logistics are handled, so your group can focus on paddling, exploring, and making memories.
- Easy Planning: Tell us your group size, location, and date — we handle the rest of the details for your group kayaking event.
- All Skill Levels Welcome: From first-time paddlers to pros, our group kayaking adventures are designed to be safe and accessible for everyone.
- Flexible Rentals: Kayaks, paddleboards, or both; beach or river adventures.
- Scenic Waterways: Calm rivers, protected bays, and lakefront views.
Round Up Your Team!
- Groups of 10 or more
- Corporate team-building events
- School or youth groups
- Friends celebrating birthdays or weekends
- Families making memories together
- Church, sports, or community groups
Instant Booking for Smaller Crews
Small groups (1–9 paddlers) can reserve right away with our “Book Now” button. Just pick your location and go!
Why Third Coast Paddling?
Commitment to Safety
Your safety is our top priority. We adhere to strict safety standards so you can focus on your paddling adventure with confidence.
Exceptional Service
Over 20 years of working to provide the best possible experience – check out our 4.9 Google Reviews average customer rating!
Top-Notch Equipment
We offer the industry’s leading kayaks and paddleboards to provide you with a safe, comfortable paddling experience.
Everyone Is Welcome
No matter your age or experience, our rentals are a great fit — perfect for beginners, families, and kids.
Unmatched Convenience
Our online reservation system makes it easy to book your rental in advance – just show up and paddle!
Easy Adventure
Planning a trip to West Michigan? With eight locations, we’ve got rentals ready wherever you’re headed.
Ready to Plan Your Group Adventure in West Michigan?
Groups of 10 paddlers or more: Fill out a few details below and we’ll help you build the perfect day on the water.
Groups of 1–9 paddlers: Skip the form and use our “Book Now” button to select your location and reserve instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do you open and close for the season?
Our river rental locations (Galien River in New Buffalo, Paw Paw River in St. Joseph/Benton Harbor, and Wade’s Bayou in Douglas) open for the season in mid-May and close in late September.
Our beach locations (Silver Beach in St. Joseph, Jean Klock Beach in Benton Harbor, and Warren Dunes State Park) open for the season Memorial Day Weekend and close Labor Day weekend.
Hours vary by location and can change based on weather and water conditions. Visit thirdcoastpaddling.com and click the “book now” button to make sure we’re open when you plan to visit and that the rental equipment you’d like is not already reserved.
What types of equipment do you have to rent? What is included with my rental?
At all locations we have single (one-person) double (two-person) kayaks. They are a beginner-friendly sit-on-top style for comfort and stability. We also offer stand-up paddleboards. Rentals include life jacket(s) and paddle(s).
Our beach locations (Silver Beach in St. Joseph, Jean Klock Beach in Benton Harbor, and Warren Dunes State Park) also offer loungeboards – oversized, ultra-stable paddleboards.
At our Warren Dunes State Park location only, we offer sandboards and sand sleds, which are exclusively designed for riding down the face of a dune. It’s kind of like snowboarding on sand, and really easy for most people to do.
Do you pick us up at the end of the paddle?
No, you simply paddle back to where you started when you’re done. It is easy, as there is very little current on the Paw Paw River, Galien River, and Wade’s Bayou. It is also convenient since you don’t have to wait for a shuttle – just paddle upstream or downstream and return back to the rental site when finished.
What is there to do near your rental sites?
All of our rental sites are located in fantastic West Michigan coastal communities. Here are some resources to help you start planning:
Can I rent a kayak or paddleboard on a day when you’re not open?
We’re sometimes able to accommodate large groups with advance notice, weather permitting. If you’re interested in a date that isn’t available on our reservation calendar, email us at [email protected].
Should I worry about tipping the kayak over? Are the kayaks stable and easy to use?
You do not need to worry about tipping our kayaks over. They are a beginner-friendly sit-on-top style that is very stable and designed not to tip easily. While our kayaks are designed for stability, it’s important to note that any kayak can tip if a paddler stands up or behaves unsafely.
Which of your rental sites (locations) do you recommend?
It depends on whether you’d like to paddle at a local river or on Lake Michigan. All of our locations offer something unique, and you really can’t go wrong with any of them!
For a beach outing:
For a river excursion:
Explore All Our Locations
Warren Dunes State Park
DUNES, LAKE & SANDBOARDING
-
12032 Red Arrow Highway
Sawyer, MI 49125