6 Summer River Trips In Indiana To Start Planning Now
By Tori Jane|Published June 01, 2023
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Tori Jane is a storm chaser, writer, photographer, and the village idiot - in that order. When she's not out and about dancing with the meanest storms on planet Earth for funsies she can be found wandering, shooting landscapes, writing, editing photos, and otherwise up to no good. Legend has it that she can also be occasionally spotted typing up short bios in the third person, but those rumors are unsubstantiated.
Each and every year, it’s like we as a species are drawn to the water. Any time the days begin getting even just slightly warmer, we start counting down the days until we’re able to be outdoors again with the winter cold a distant memory, and what better way to do this than by exploring via the water? Seriously, if you’ve never been tubing in Indiana (or kayaking, or canoeing), you simply haven’t lived. Here are six wonderful companies that are happy to help make your summer in Indiana the best summer ever – they’re easily my favorites!
Mongo River Run is a delight and a half on the Pigeon River, which is crystalline and chilly even on the hottest days. With seven different paddle trips to choose from, Mongo River Run is perfect for groups, solo adventurers, and adventurers with pets! The company provides everything you'll need to paddle the river - you just bring the good times!
2. Morgan's Canoe and Outdoor Adventures, Brookville
Morgan's Outdoor Adventures, 7040 Whitewater River Ln, Brookville, IN 47012, USA
Morgan's Canoe and Outdoor Adventures is an amazing experience from start to finish, and it's perfect for hot summer days when you've got a whole afternoon to kill. The Whitewater River is the fastest running river in Indiana (a Class 1 Stream), and it's definitely worthy of the adventure.
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3. Sugar Valley Canoes, Marshall
Sugar Valley Canoe Trip Ltd, 1467 IN-47, Marshall, IN 47859, USA
Sugar Valley Canoes is indeed as sweet as it sounds. Canoe both the legendary Turkey Run State Park AND Shades State Park, or choose from three additional trips depending on your needs and desires. Typically, it's open April to October.
White River Kayak and Tubing is an amazing adventure that you're sure to love as much as I did! Canoe, tube, or kayak the gorgeous West Fork of the White River. Like most of the companies on this list, there are several adventurous options - choose what works best for you!
5. Riverside Rentals, Winamac
Riverside Rentals, 589 E Old State Rd 14, Winamac, IN 46996, USA
Riverside Rentals is one of those awesome companies that does everything right. Enjoy a three-and-a-half-mile long tubing trip down the gorgeous Tippecanoe River - or a canoe, or a kayak! Come on your own or with a group - no matter what, you're destined to have a delightful time.
6. Whitewater Canoe Rentals, Brookville
Whitewater Canoe Rental, 1154 Main St, Brookville, IN 47012, USA
Whitewater Canoe Rentals are the final - but certainly not the least awesome - suggestion on this list. Like the others, this delightful company offers canoeing, kayaking, rafting, tubing, and even camping! This one meanders along the Whitewater River from April to October.
So there’s that – six glorious ideas for amazing things to do in Indiana during the summer. Who says you need to spend all day in the air conditioning? I certainly don’t – there’s way too much amazing outside to resist.
What are some of your all-time favorite outdoor activities to take part in? Let me know in the comments; I love getting new ideas for my next adventure.
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