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    Sturgeon River Tubing in Indian River, MI

    Float the clear, refreshing Sturgeon River on a lively 1.5–2.5 hour tube trip.

    From$20/ tube

    Highlights

    Drift down Northern Michigan's clear Sturgeon River on an exciting tube trip lasting 1.5 or 2.5 hours. Stay cool while navigating lively currents with friends or family.

    • Choose 1.5-hour family route or 2.5-hour advanced route
    • Paddle and steer through a fast-moving, non-lazy river
    • Relax in standard, deluxe, or cooler tubes
    • Wear life jackets if you are a minor or non-swimmer
    • End inside Burt Lake State Park and walk 4 minutes back

    Things to know

    Participants must be at least 6 years old and comfortable in and around water. Life jackets are mandatory for guests 17 and under and for non-swimmers. You are responsible for lost or damaged equipment.

    Cancellation policy

    Full refund available with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Operator also issues full refunds for weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    Meeting location

    4271 S Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI, 49749

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

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    1.5 Hour Tube Rental

    $20

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    1.5 Hour Deluxe Tube Rental

    $26

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    1.5 Hour Cooler Tube Rental

    $18

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    2.5 Hour Tube Rental

    $24

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    2.5 Hour Deluxe Tube Rental

    $30

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    2.5 Hour Cooler Tube Rental

    $22

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    Duration

    1.5–2.5 hrs

    Includes

    Tube rental, Life jacket

    4.5 stars• 757 reviews

    Review summary

    4.5
    Excellent
    757 reviews•Google Maps

    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

    Big Bear Adventures was a wonderful choice for our anniversary Side-by-Side trip on the trails. We did the 2.5 hour guided trip with Dave, our guide, and it was perfect! Dave is very knowledgeable and makes safety a priority. I highly recommend Dave and we will be back!

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    Noelle Morabito Borgia

    October 10, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Big Bear Adventures was a wonderful choice for our anniversary Side-by-Side trip on the trails. We did the 2.5 hour guided trip with Dave, our guide, and it was perfect! Dave is very knowledgeable and makes safety a priority. I highly recommend Dave and we will be back!

    Photo of Noelle Morabito Borgia

    Noelle Morabito Borgia

    October 10, 2025

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