Great Lakes Maritime Institute - Live Detroit River Cam

The "Detroit River Watch" camera broadcasts live streaming images of the Detroit River from atop the former William Clay Ford pilothouse at the Dossin Museum on Belle Isle.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District

St. Lawrence Seaway System

Council of Great Lakes Governor

Detroit River Vessel Passage

Daily listing of UP and DOWN River Passage.

Department of Natural Resources: Harbor Reservations

Twenty-five harbors participate in the harbor reservations program. These harbors were selected in order to offer customers the ability to reserve slips along a route for planning a boating trip. The number of harbors participating in this program is planned to continue to grow.

Greater Detroit American Heritage River Initiative

In 1998, the Detroit River was designated an American Heritage River (AHR) by President Clinton. The Detroit River is one of 14 rivers to receive this designation in an effort to help communities restore and revitalize waters and waterfront. The AHR Initiative is designed to integrate economic, environmental and historic preservation programs and services of federal agencies to benefit communities engaged in protecting their rivers.

Diamond Jack's - River Tours

Enjoy a two hour cruise on the sparkling waters of the Detroit River. Passengers of all ages discover countless sights rich in history and anecdote during expertly narrated river tours along the U.S. and Canadian shorelines. Refreshments and light snacks are always available. Ride alongside 1,000 foot lake freighters and world traveling ocean ships. Pass under the Ambassador Bridge linking the U.S. and Canada. Share spectacular views of the Detroit skyline and much more. A great idea for group outings - families, youth groups, scouts, church groups, senior groups, travel and tour groups, and businesses enjoy the river tour time after time.

Click here for a sample map of tour sights.

For two-hour river tour, ticket and schedule information call:
(313) 843-7373
For private charter or group package information call:
(313) 843-9376

J.W. Westcott Co.

The J. W. Westcott Co. has been serving the marine industry of the Great Lakes since 1874. They are open 24 hours a day during the navigation season! The vessels J. W. Westcott II, and Joseph J. Hogan are ready to make deliveries of mail, merchandise and supplies to your passing vessel. Service is our specialty; no order is too small.