About Big Lake Outfitters
Big Lake Outfitters is Saugatuck's one-stop waterfront rental shop, operating from the docks on Water Street in the heart of downtown. The fleet covers most of what visitors want to do on the Kalamazoo River and Kalamazoo Lake: deluxe pontoon boats that carry groups of up to sixteen, single and tandem kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards.
Pontoons come with wraparound seating and are simple enough for first-time captains, making them the go-to choice for family reunions and bachelorette groups cruising toward Lake Michigan. Paddlers can launch straight from the dock and explore the calm river channel, Wade's Bayou, and the harbor. The shop also rents bikes for exploring town and connects anglers with charter fishing trips out of the same location.
Rentals are offered by the day, weekend, or week, and the company delivers kayaks, paddleboards, and bikes anywhere in the local area for renters staying at cottages or resorts. Its central location and broad fleet make it one of the busiest outfitters on this stretch of the West Michigan coast from late spring through early fall.
