TRIP CLOSED AT THIS TIME DUE TO COVID-19

Trip 2

Lower 15-Mile Scenic Trip

The Lower Trip starts at our Deer's Mill Livery (point 7 on map) and meanders through Shades State Park and Turkey Run State Park. You’ll float through deep canyons, beneath historic covered bridges, and maybe catch a glimpse of a Bald Eagle. Islands and beaches offer serene spots for picnicking, and looking for fossils and Indian relics. Winding through the heart of Parke County Covered Bridge Country, this trip is, no doubt, the most scenic in the Midwest. After 15 miles the trip ends at Cox Ford Covered Bridge (point 11 on map). Depending on water level this trip typically takes *6 hours. Must register 30 minutes prior to departure time.

*DEPARTURE TIMES:

RATES: Includes Paddles, Life Jackets and Shuttle for 2 people per canoe or 1 per kayak.

Refundable late fee/damage deposit of $10.00 per canoe/kayak is required at time of rental. Additional fees will be charged for lost, broken or abandoned equipment.

Canoe rates are based on two people per canoe. Third person (small child ONLY-no canoe rental with three adults) $6.00

TRIP CLOSED AT THIS TIME DUE TO COVID-19

Trip 3B

Overnight 25-Mile trip

This trip incorporates Trips 1B and 2 into a two-day, **two-night camping excursion. It is a 30-mile journey through the pristine wilderness corridor of Sugar Creek. The trip starts with a shuttle from our Deer's Mill Livery (point 7 on map) to Crawfordsville (point 1 on map). You’ll paddle between narrow channels, around large rocks, along shale bluffs, past historical landmarks, and through Pine Hills Nature Preserve (be on the watch for Bald Eagles). You'll end the first day at the Canyon campground (point 7 on map) which is located at the halfway point across the creek from our livery at Deer’s Mill Covered Bridge. You'll begin the second day of canoeing from the Canyon campground (point 7 on map) and meander through Shades State Park and Turkey Run State Park. You’ll float through deep canyons and beneath historic covered bridges,winding through the heart of Parke County Covered Bridge Country. After 15-miles the second day the trip ends at Cox Ford Covered Bridge (point 11 on map). **On weekends this trip requires camping on Friday & Saturday. Must register 30 minutes prior to departure time.

*DEPARTURE TIMES: Not Available

RATES: Includes Paddles, Life Jackets and Shuttle for 2 people per canoe or 1 per kayak. (Trip rate does not include camping fee.)

Refundable late fee/damage deposit of $10.00 per canoe/kayak is required at time of rental. Additional fees will be charged for lost, broken or abandoned equipment. 

Canoe rates are based on two people per canoe. Third person (small child ONLY-no canoe rental with three adults) $6.00

Trip 4

5-Mile Mini trip

The Mini Trip starts with a short shuttle from our Deer's Mill Livery (point 7 on map) to Jim Davis Bridge (point 6 on map). Ideal for families with small children or those who do not want an all day paddle, this leisure trip captures the scenery and wildlife of Pine Hills Nature Preserve. Enjoy time for a picnic, fossil and Indian relic hunting, or fishing as you make your way down this stretch, ending at our livery (point 7 on map). Depending on water level this trip typically takes *2-3 hours, but we give you the whole day so you can set your own pace. Must register 30 minutes prior to departure time.

*DEPARTURE TIMES:

weekdays 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

weekends 9:00 am - 3:00 PM

RATES: Includes Paddles, Life Jackets and Shuttle for 2 people per canoe or 1 per kayak.

Rental of 1-5 canoes/kayaks: $45.00 per canoe/kayak
Rental of *6 or more canoes/kayaks: $40.00 per canoe/kayak

Reservations are highly recommended at least one day ahead, space is limited!

Refundable late fee/damage deposit of $10.00 per canoe/kayak is required at time of rental. Additional fees will be charged for lost, broken or abandoned equipment.

Canoe rates are based on two people per canoe. Third person (small child ONLY-no canoe rental with three adults) $6.00