Crystal River Outfitters

Glen Arbor’s original destination for outdoor adventures. Nestled in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in the Crystal River Outfitters Recreational District, Crystal River Outfitters has been the outfitter for kayak, canoe and standup paddleboard rentals for over 20 years. Their kayak and canoe trips offer a fun adventure the whole family can enjoy! (You may get wet, but it’s all in good fun!)

Kayak & Canoe Trips: Experience the beauty of the Crystal River with a leisurely 2-3 hour paddle through its gentle currents and winding trail. A must-do while visiting Glen Arbor.

Equipment Rental & Delivery: Grab a kayak or SUP to enjoy on a nearby inland lake. Beach chairs and umbrellas are also available. CRO’s FREE Equipment Delivery program makes it easy to enjoy the outdoors on your schedule.

Shopping: As one of Glen Arbor’s best kept shopping secrets, Crystal River Outfitters offers casual clothing, footwear, accessories and swimwear from: Olukai, Reef, Quiksilver, O’Neill, Carve Designs, Kavu, Smith Optics, Sun Bum, Toes on the Nose, Hatley, Synergy, Dakine, Vissla, Amuse Society & more!

Open daily, May through October. Call for hours.