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News from Riverside Canoes
Celebrating 60 Years at Riverside
We’re celebrating 60 years at Riverside! Explore our deep-rooted history and exciting future through a Q&A with former and current owners, photos, stories, and traditions.
Explore With Eric – News Feature
This summer we are celebrating 60 years of Riverside Canoes. We'll share memories, some history, and a glimpse into life on the Platte River as we know it. We extend our thanks to Eric Brazeal from 9and10 News for the featured interview on their Explore with Eric...
How to Enjoy a Road Trip to Riverside
Riverside has the perfect river trip for families large or small. Check out our blog where we discuss equipment and river trip options for all ages and abilities.
Planning a River Trip for Families
Riverside has the perfect river trip for families large or small. Check out our blog where we discuss equipment and river trip options for all ages and abilities.
Wildlife on the Platte River
Discover the wildlife on the Lower Platte River. From the common loon to the elusive eagle, your paddle with Riverside Canoes is a great way to experience wonderful wildlife in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
5 Tips for a Platte River Tubing Trip
Tubing on the Lower Platte River is the perfect way to spend a hot day. Come along with us as we share our top 5 tips for a Platte River tubing trip.
15 Things to Do While Camping in Sleeping Bear Dunes
Here’s a list of 15 things to do while camping in Sleeping Bear Dunes. We hope you enjoy camping in our backyard on the Platte River.
Tips for Canoeing and Kayaking on the Lower Platte River
If you have a bucket list, floating down the Platte River in northern Michigan should be on it. If you don’t have one, it’s worth making one just to add it! Make the most out of a trip canoeing and kayaking on the Lower Platte River with these helpful tips. Whether...
Opening for the 2020 Season
May 22nd is Opening Day at Riverside Canoes We will be open for ice cream, gas, groceries, gifts, and limited capacity water rentals. We will even have the grill open on Saturday and Sunday. We will have some procedures and best practices we will be following for the...
Store Opening on May 22nd
Plans for Opening the Riverside Canoes Store We are going to give it a good college try and are opening the Riverside store on Friday May 22, 2020 for a trial Covid opening. Our store will be open for the essentials; gas and groceries and of course ice cream. If all...