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    Big Bear Adventures

    Big Bear Adventures

    4.5 • 761 reviews
    Indian River, MI

    Family-owned and rooted in Indian River since 1968, Big Bear Adventures has been sharing Northern Michigan’s wild beauty for over five decades. Friendly, certified guides know every bend of the crystal-clear Sturgeon River—the fas...

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    Single Sit-In Kayak Rental for 1-7 Days

    Pick up a solo sit-in kayak and explore on your schedule (1–7 days)

    From$46
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    Zoo-De-Mack Shuttle Between Mackinaw City & The Highlands

    Shuttle options for Zoo-De-Mack riders, with people-only or bike transport

    From$49person
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    Paddle the River Mid-Section Kayak Trip

    Take on the river’s faster mid-section from Rondo to N. White Road

    From$57kayak
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    Shuttle Your Private Solo Kayak on Sturgeon River

    Shuttle service for your private solo kayak with flexible put-in options

    $24.13
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    Ride a Guided Side-by-Side Off-Road Tour in Indian River

    Choose a 1.5- or 2.5-hour guided side-by-side ride on scenic Northern Michigan trails

    From$75
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    Paddle a 1- to 4-Hour Raft Trip in Indian River

    Work together on a stable raft float with shuttle to the drop-off

    From$25person
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    Tube Tracker Rental on the Sturgeon River

    Steer your own kayak-tube on the fast-flowing Sturgeon River

    From$34person
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    Paddle Solo or Tandem Kayaks on the Sturgeon River

    Take on the fast Sturgeon River in a sit-on-top solo or tandem kayak

    From$34
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    Tube the Sturgeon River in Northern Michigan

    Float the Sturgeon River on a tube with 1.5- or 2.5-hour options

    From$24person

    Review summary

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    Big Bear Adventures offers multiple activities that keep families coming back, from mini golf that's been a local favorite for decades to guided side-by-side tours and river tubing on the crystal-clear Sturgeon River. Dave stands out repeatedly as an exceptional guide who prioritizes safety while keeping groups engaged and entertained on the scenic trail rides. The staff generally gets praise for being friendly and helpful, especially when explaining everything to first-timers. A few operational hiccups pop up in recent feedback. Some visitors arrived to find no staff available to help, which meant missing out on activities entirely. River conditions can vary dramatically, and a couple reviewers felt the difficulty level wasn't communicated clearly enough, particularly for tubing trips after storms when debris made navigation challenging. Safety equipment like life vests and paddles aren't always standard issue. Most visitors leave thrilled with their experience though, and many specifically mention plans to return.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Great time! Our tour guide was awesome and knowledgeable of the trails. The side by side worked well, and all staff were friendly. Would definitely do it again!

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    Wendy Gornick-Maycroft

    May 20, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great time! Our tour guide was awesome and knowledgeable of the trails. The side by side worked well, and all staff were friendly. Would definitely do it again!

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    Wendy Gornick-Maycroft

    May 20, 2026