Steer your own kayak-tube on the fast-flowing Sturgeon River
1 & 2 Hours
Paddle, back rest, cup-holder
Ride an inflatable, steerable Tube Tracker that blends tube comfort with kayak-style control on the Sturgeon River. This is an active float where you’ll paddle, steer, and stay alert.
Ages 10+ and maximum weight is 350 lbs. Life jackets are required for minors (ages 10–16) and non-swimmers. You are responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged equipment.
Full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
No. Ride solo with 1 person per Tracker (no lap riders).
You must be at least 10 years old, and the maximum weight is 350 lbs.
Yes for minors (ages 10–16) and non-swimmers.
4271 S Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI, 49749
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.
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!
Tisha Koerner
July 5, 2026
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!
Tisha Koerner
July 5, 2026