Rates
In-park shuttle between Upper Falls, Lower Falls, and Rivermouth. Same-day Upper ↔ Lower round trip: $40 first person, +$12 each additional, +$8 per pet (whole trip). Off-park and NCT trips: instant quotes online; call for same-day or midday exceptions.
Posted at the park
Approved shuttle rates
- One-way: $25 first person · $7 each additional · $5 per non-service animal
- Same-day Upper ↔ Lower round trip: $40 first person, +$12 each additional, +$8 per pet (whole trip) (e.g. $52 for 2 people)
- Whitefish Point (Shipwreck Museum / Marina): From $125 (2 people) to Lower Falls; from $135 to Upper Falls — use /book for instant quote
- Wheelhouse Diner & Goat Locker Saloon: Instant quote on /book — book one-way or round trip online
- Newberry Campground: On-call corridor pickup — instant quote on /book
- Muskallonge Lake State Park: On-call corridor pickup — instant quote on /book
- Woodland Park Campground (Grand Marais): Grand Marais municipal gateway (outside Pictured Rocks NL) — instant quote on /book
- North Country Trail at County Road 500: Affordable hiker rate — $25 first adult (same as the in-park falls shuttle); book on the NCT page
- Custom location (address or landmark): Instant quote on /book when address is entered
Shuttle: (906) 291-3422 · info@huntertransportation.net
In-season shuttle runs Memorial Day weekend through the second weekend in October. Posted in-park hours start at 12 PM (noon)–6 PM most of the season, and 12 PM–8:30 PM (or sunset) in peak summer — we do not start park shuttle service at 8 AM. Online reservations open March 1; from April 15 book online then call to confirm; soft weekends from May 1; main season starts the Friday before Memorial Day weekend. Some weekdays are on-call by phone at (906) 291-3422.
A valid Recreation Passport is required on all vehicles entering Tahquamenon Falls State Park. Passports may be purchased upon arrival. Michigan DNR — Recreation Passport
Posted park shuttle fares
Tier fare between in-park stops (falls, DNR campgrounds, lodge). State forest campgrounds: distance quote on /book.
| Fare | Amount |
|---|---|
| One-way — first person | $25.00 |
| One-way — each additional person | $7.00 |
| One-way — each pet (non-service animal) | $5.00 |
| Infant 24 months or less (guest car seat)With a paying adult; counts toward capacity | No charge |
| Upper ↔ Lower Falls round trip (same day)$40 first person; +$12 each additional person; +$8 per pet for the whole trip. Return leg included — book return window from your confirmation. | $40.00 first person+$12.00 / additional · +$8.00 / pet RT (e.g. 2 people $52.00)Book round trip |
Corridor, equipment & other faresNCT · trailer · Whitefish · snowmobile
Posted in-park tiers above are the DNR-approved park shuttle rates. Expand for NCT corridor zones, enclosed-trailer equipment add-ons, off-park day passes, and phone-only snowmobile haul.
| Fare | Amount |
|---|---|
| Enclosed trailer equipment (dry haul) · from July 21, 2026 | |
| Per piece, one-way, on top of passenger fare. Same-day round trip for the same piece is 1.75×. E-bike batteries ride in the cabin (remove before load). Planning weight estimates must stay under ~1,289 lb cargo. Capacity limited — confirm trailer space when booking. | |
| Bike (enclosed trailer) | $25.00 OW · $44.00 same-day RT |
| E-bike (enclosed trailer) | $25.00 OW · $44.00 same-day RT |
| Kayak (enclosed trailer) | $20.00 OW · $35.00 same-day RT |
| Canoe (enclosed trailer) | $55.00 OW · $96.00 same-day RT |
| Small gear (enclosed trailer) | $8.00 OW · $14.00 same-day RT |
| Large gear (enclosed trailer) | $18.00 OW · $32.00 same-day RT |
| NCT corridor zones (hiker product) | |
| Core corridor≤30 min from Lower Falls — CR-500 and north-of-falls campgrounds — same as in-park falls shuttle | $25.00 (1 adult) · $32.00 (2 adults) OW |
| Extended corridor30–45 min | $35.00 (1 adult) · $45.00 (2 adults) OW |
| Long corridor45–60 min | $45.00 (1 adult) · $57.00 (2 adults) OW |
| Corridor hop (short)≤20 min between trail stops — Along-trail hops — no park stop | $28.00 (1 adult) · $36.00 (2 adults) OW |
| Two Hearted River ↔ Lower Falls round trip (same day)NCT hiker rate — $48 RT for 2 people · $32 one-way on the NCT page | $48.00 (2 people)Book round trip |
| Andrus Lake ↔ Lower Falls round trip (same day)CR-500 north — $48 RT (2 people) hiker rate | $48.00 (2 people)Book round trip |
| Kritters Campground ↔ Lower Falls round trip (same day)$48 RT for 2 people — pay outbound; return included | $48.00 (2 people)Book round trip |
| Newberry Campground ↔ Lower Falls round trip (same day)Extended corridor hiker rate — 25% off two one-way legs | $67.50 (2 people)Book round trip |
| Muskallonge Lake ↔ Lower Falls round trip (same day)Long corridor hiker rate — 25% off two one-way legs | $85.50 (2 people)Book round trip |
| Whitefish Point day pass ↔ Lower Falls (same day)Published marina day pass for 2 adults — return included | $185.00 (2 people)Book round trip |
| Whitefish Point day pass ↔ Upper Falls (same day)Published marina day pass for 2 adults — return included | $200.00 (2 people)Book round trip |
| Early bird special (9 AM–12 PM)$3 off when your booked pickup window starts at 9, 10, or 11 AM (NCT/off-park timed windows). Does not apply to all-day Falls shuttle reservations. | $3 off (9, 10, or 11 AM windows) |
| Military / veteran courtesy$5 per service member or veteran who shows ID at pickup. Enter the count when you book. | $5 off each |
| Rivermouth campgrounds ↔ Upper or Lower Falls corridorBook Rivermouth Modern or Rustic on /book. One-way from the falls includes shuttle return deadhead. | Tier fare — book on /book |
| Hemlock Campground (Lower Falls Modern)DNR modern loop — tier fare; Upper ↔ Lower RT bundle eligible | Tier fare on /book |
| Portage Campground (Lower Falls Modern)DNR modern loop — tier fare; Upper ↔ Lower RT bundle eligible | Tier fare on /book |
| Tahquamenon Falls LodgeBetween the falls — tier fare on /book | Tier fare on /book |
| Rivermouth Modern CampgroundTier fare on /book; falls-to-Rivermouth one-way includes return deadhead | Tier fare on /book |
| Rivermouth Rustic CampgroundTier fare on /book (Pines loop) | Tier fare on /book |
| Kritters Campground~20 min from Lower Falls — NCT hiker rate $32 OW / $48 RT (2 people) | NCT hiker rate — book |
| Andrus Lake CampgroundState forest — NCT hiker rate $32 OW / $48 RT (2 people) | NCT hiker rate — book |
| Bodi Lake CampgroundState forest — NCT hiker rate on the NCT book form | NCT hiker rate — book |
| Culhane Lake CampgroundState forest — NCT hiker rate on the NCT book form | NCT hiker rate — book |
| Mouth of Two Hearted River CampgroundState forest — NCT hiker rate $32 OW / $48 RT (2 people) | NCT hiker rate — book |
| Pike Lake CampgroundState forest — NCT hiker rate on the NCT book form | NCT hiker rate — book |
| Reed & Green Bridge CampgroundState forest — NCT hiker rate on the NCT book form | NCT hiker rate — book |
| Whitefish Point (Shipwreck Museum / Marina)From $125 (2 people) to Lower Falls; from $135 to Upper Falls — use /book for instant quote | Instant quote |
| Wheelhouse Diner & Goat Locker SaloonInstant quote on /book — book one-way or round trip online | Quote |
| Newberry CampgroundOn-call corridor pickup — instant quote on /book | Instant quote |
| Muskallonge Lake State ParkOn-call corridor pickup — instant quote on /book | Instant quote |
| Woodland Park Campground (Grand Marais)Grand Marais municipal gateway (outside Pictured Rocks NL) — instant quote on /book | Instant quote |
| North Country Trail at County Road 500Affordable hiker rate — $25 first adult (same as the in-park falls shuttle); book on the NCT page | Quote / call |
| Custom location (address or landmark)Instant quote on /book when address is entered | Instant quote |
| Snowmobile haul (enclosed trailer)Call or text to arrange. Trail sleds only; long mountain tracks may not fit. Capacity and weight confirmed before dispatch. | $150.00 OW / $263.00 RT (1 sled) — Call / Text only |
Infants 24 months or less ride free with a paying adult when secured in a guest-provided child restraint that meets Michigan law. Infants still count toward shuttle capacity. Hunter Transportation does not provide car seats. One-way example: 2 people + 1 pet = $37.00. Upper ↔ Lower RT example: 2 people = $52.00. Online card payments add a $2 processing fee per reservation (No tip, 10%, 20%, 25%, or a custom amount on Square secure checkout.). Venmo totals include a small fee so we net the posted fare. Service animals ride at no charge. Off-park trips: instant quote online or call (906) 291-3422. See policies.
Operating schedule
March 1, 2026 – October 11, 2026
In-season shuttle runs Memorial Day weekend through the second weekend in October. Posted in-park hours start at 12 PM (noon)–6 PM most of the season, and 12 PM–8:30 PM (or sunset) in peak summer — we do not start park shuttle service at 8 AM. Online reservations open March 1; from April 15 book online then call to confirm; soft weekends from May 1; main season starts the Friday before Memorial Day weekend. Some weekdays are on-call by phone at (906) 291-3422.
Opening season
May 15, 2026 – June 18, 2026
Daily posted hours 12 PM–6 PM. Fri–Sun online. June weekdays: on-call or online reservation. May weekdays: call for on-call service.
Peak season
June 19, 2026 – September 7, 2026
Daily posted hours 12 PM–8:30 PM (or sunset). Through Labor Day.
Fall weekends
September 8, 2026 – October 11, 2026
Fri–Sun posted hours 12 PM–6 PM online. Monday through Thursday: on-call by phone (subject to park operations).
Off-season requests
Before March 1 and after October 11: submit a trip request on the booking form and we will follow up at (906) 291-3422. March 1 – April 14: reserve ahead. From April 15: book online then call to confirm. Soft weekends from May 1; main season from the Friday before Memorial Day weekend.
Shuttle: (906) 291-3422On-call and same-day reservations by phone.
Park office: (906) 492-341541382 W. M-123, Paradise, MI 49768For same-day questions at the park, contact Tahquamenon Falls State Park.
Upper & Lower Falls pickup times (Hike & Ride) →
Shuttle service may be delayed or cancelled due to weather or park conditions. The Michigan DNR is not responsible for weather-related delays or cancellations.
Route details
Park shuttle (any stop pair)
Upper Falls → Lower Falls → Rivermouth Campground
Travel between Upper Falls, Lower Falls, and Rivermouth Campground. One-way from the falls to Rivermouth includes return deadhead.