AU TRAIN SELF-GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Paddle the Shoreline: Doucette Bridge to Scott Falls on Lake Superior
A self-guided, family- and pet-friendly paddle from Doucette Bridge to Au Train Beach that covers roughly 7 miles and connects a shoreline run with a short hike to Scott Falls.
Paddle the Shoreline: Doucette Bridge to Scott Falls on Lake Superior.
Set out from Doucette Bridge and follow the Au Train (DA) River out toward Lake Superior, paddling within about 30 feet of the shoreline before beaching at the roadside park to visit Scott Falls—a compact, accessible loop that combines a shoreline paddle with a waterfall stop.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Seven Miles Along Lake Superior
This self-guided passage runs roughly seven miles from Doucette Bridge to Au Train Beach, hugging the Lake Superior shoreline and offering a continuous paddle that most parties cover in a leisurely 2–3 hours.
Scott Falls: Beach, Walk, and Explore
At the DA roadside park you beach your kayak and walk across to Scott Falls; visitors can go in, under, and around the falls, weather and lake conditions permitting.
A Leisurely, Family-Friendly Day
Designed as a relaxed, self-guided outing, the route is described as family- and pet-friendly and intended to be completed in a single 2–3 hour window when conditions allow.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
You launch at Doucette Bridge and head east out of the DA River, keeping close to the Lake Superior shoreline along Au Train Beach; after roughly seven miles of paddling you beach your kayak at the roadside park, step ashore to visit Scott Falls, then return to the launch point — all on a self-guided schedule and with timing governed by weather and lake conditions.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan for a 2–3 hour outing covering approximately 7 miles; allow extra time at Scott Falls for beaching and exploring.
Bring a suitable kayak (the route references beaching your 'YAK'), PFD, weather-appropriate layers, and provisions; plan activities around weather and Lake Superior conditions.
This is a self-guided paddle from Doucette Bridge to Au Train Beach with a stop at Scott Falls; participants are responsible for navigation, safety, and timing.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Doucette to Scott Falls paddle take?
The trip is a leisurely 2–3 hour experience.
How far is the paddle?
The route is approximately 7 miles in distance.
Is this a guided tour?
No — the outing is self-guided.
Can I bring my dog or travel with children?
Yes; the experience is described as family- and pet-friendly.
Can I go in or under Scott Falls?
Yes — visitors are noted to be able to go in, under, and around the falls, weather and lake conditions permitting.
Are there weather or lake condition considerations?
Yes — activities at Scott Falls and the shoreline paddle are subject to weather and Lake Superior conditions.