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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

    4.5 stars• 785 reviews
    From$25/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1-4 Hours

    Includes

    Raft rental, Shuttle transport

    Highlights

    Float the Indian River in a durable 5- or 7-person raft and navigate narrow passages as a team. Choose a 1-, 2-, or 4-hour trip that fits your group.

    • Choose a 1-, 2-, or 4-hour rafting trip
    • Paddle together and steer around obstacles
    • Ride a shuttle to the river drop-off point
    • End at Burt Lake State Park for swimming and picnicking nearby
    • Pick a 5-person raft or a 7-person raft for your group

    What's Included

    • Raft rental
    • Shuttle transportation to the drop-off point

    Things to know

    This is not a lazy river—you will need to paddle, watch where you are going, and work together. No pets or large, heavy coolers are allowed in rafts. You are responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged equipment.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 48 hours in advance for a full refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    This is not a lazy river. You need to watch where you’re going, paddle, work together as a team, and push away from logs and sticks as you navigate narrow passages and obstacles.

    Bring sunscreen, water bottles, and snacks.

    Yes. Your entire group must be present for the check-in process before your trip.

    Meeting details

    4271 S Straits Hwy Indian River, MI US 49749

    Experience provided by Big Bear Adventures
    Experience provided by Big Bear Adventures

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    1 Hour Raft Rental

    $25.23

    Priced per Person

    0

    2 Hour Raft Rental

    $32.90

    Priced per Person

    0

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    Review summary

    4.5
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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 5
    5/5

    The person who checked us in did a great job of explaining our rafting trip.👍 And suggesting we drop from a 2-hour to a 1-hour trip when we realized this was not a guided trip. YIKES! NOTE: The Sturgeon River has some very dangerous obstacles right now due to recent storms. Be prepared to know what to do to avoid injuries. And familiarize yourself with paddling back to slow your raft down as you navigate around & hopefully not into the low hanging trees & branches. 🫪 Overall it was a great experience!

    Photo of Tisha Koerner

    Tisha Koerner

    July 5, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    The person who checked us in did a great job of explaining our rafting trip.👍 And suggesting we drop from a 2-hour to a 1-hour trip when we realized this was not a guided trip. YIKES! NOTE: The Sturgeon River has some very dangerous obstacles right now due to recent storms. Be prepared to know what to do to avoid injuries. And familiarize yourself with paddling back to slow your raft down as you navigate around & hopefully not into the low hanging trees & branches. 🫪 Overall it was a great experience!

    Photo of Tisha Koerner

    Tisha Koerner

    July 5, 2026

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