Doe Wah Jack's Canoe Rental

Welcome to Doe-Wah-Jack's Canoe Rental ! We are a full-service livery offering canoe rentals, as well as single and double kayaks, on the Dowagiac River in Dowagiac, Michigan. We provide 2, 4, and 6-hour trips. This site is designed to give you all the information you need to plan an enjoyable river experience, from what to bring to how to find us. For the latest updates or any questions, please call 269-782-7410.

The Dowagiac River in Cass County, Michigan, is a popular, moderately paced, and family-friendly river, making it ideal for both beginner and intermediate canoeists and kayakers. It is the largest cold-water stream in lower southwest Michigan, canopied by hardwood trees such as oaks, maples, and beeches. Exploring the river is not only fun but creates lasting memories, making it an excellent destination in spring, summer, or fall. With a little quiet observation, you might catch glimpses of ducks, geese, blue herons, deer, turtles, and woodchucks in their natural habitats. So come out, relax, and enjoy the river with us today!

The Dowagiac River in Cass County, Michigan is a popular, moderately paced, and family-friendly river. Just perfect for the beginner or intermediate canoeist or kayaker. It is the largest cold water stream in lower southwest Michigan. The river is canopied with hardwoods like Oaks, Maples, Beeches etc. Exploring the river is fun and creates lasting memories. Making it an excellent trip in spring, summer, or fall. The quiet and alert canoeist may catch a glimpse of  Ducks, Geese, Blue Heron,  Deer, Turtles, and Woodchucks in their natural habitat. So come out, relax, and enjoy the river with us today.