Rates
Tiered fares between Upper Falls, Lower Falls, and Rivermouth Campground ($25 first person, $7 each additional, $5 per pet when permitted). On-call pickups and custom or longer-distance trips are arranged by phone — see the table below.
Posted at the park
Approved shuttle rates
- $25 first person
- $7 each additional person
- $5 per non-service animal when pet transport is permitted (service animals at no charge)
- On-call pickup (e.g. North Country Trail at County Rd 500): Call to arrange — (906) 291-3422
- Custom or longer-distance trip (outside standard park stops): Quoted by phone — (906) 291-3422
Shuttle: (906) 291-3422
In-season shuttle runs Memorial Day weekend through the second weekend in October. Online reservations open April 1; pay online from May 10. Regular days: opening weekends, daily peak season, and fall weekends. Some weekdays are on-call by phone at (906) 291-3422.
Vehicles entering Tahquamenon Falls State Park must display a valid Michigan Recreation Passport or obtain a day pass. Michigan DNR — Recreation Passport
Shuttle fares
Between Upper Falls, Lower Falls, and Rivermouth Campground.
| Fare component | Amount |
|---|---|
| First person | $25.00 |
| Each additional person | $7.00 |
| Each pet (non-service animal) | $5.00 |
| On-call pickup (e.g. North Country Trail at County Rd 500)Subject to availability; tiered fares may apply when scheduled. | Call to arrange |
| Custom or longer-distance trip (outside standard park stops)Trips beyond Upper Falls, Lower Falls, and Rivermouth. Not available for instant online checkout. Car spotting is not offered in 2026 — see policies. | Quoted by phone |
Example: 2 people + 1 pet = $37.00. Online card payments add a $2 processing fee per reservation (No tip, 10%, 20%, 25%, or a custom amount on Square secure checkout.) Service animals ride at no charge. On-call and custom trips: call (906) 291-3422. Prices subject to DNR-approved maximums — see policies.
Operating schedule
April 1, 2026 – October 11, 2026
In-season shuttle runs Memorial Day weekend through the second weekend in October. Online reservations open April 1; pay online from May 10. Regular days: opening weekends, daily peak season, and fall weekends. Some weekdays are on-call by phone at (906) 291-3422.
Opening season
May 22, 2026 – June 18, 2026
Weekends (Sat–Sun). June weekdays: on-call or online reservation. May weekdays: call for on-call service.
Peak season
June 19, 2026 – September 7, 2026
Daily service through Labor Day, until 8:30 PM.
Fall weekends
September 8, 2026 – October 11, 2026
Friday through Sunday online. Monday through Thursday: on-call by phone (subject to park operations).
Off-season requests
Before April 1 and after October 11: submit a trip request on the booking form and we will follow up at (906) 291-3422. April 1 – May 9: reserve online; payment opens May 10.
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.
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. Same fare for any combination.