Unloading at the Platte River Picnic Area.
Kayak/canoe railing system to get your watercraft to the river.
The end of the railing system and kayaks at the river's edge.
The first leg of the journey on the Lower Platte.
Look how peaceful and scenic the river is!
Loon Lake, which is part of this complete river system. The Platte River flows in and out of Loon Lake.
A turtle soaking up some sun.
A blue heron fishing on the riverbank.
A river gate controlling access.
Sand dunes as the river winds to its outlet into Lake Michigan.
The river mouth with a full view of Empire Bluff at the end of the journey.
Nearing the mouth of the river flowing into Lake Michigan with a glimpse of Empire Bluff in the background.