We will be closing early on Thursday, May 29 at 4:30pm to celebrate the release of River Wine at Acres Away Winery. Come join us in Ashley from 5-7pm to get a taste!
Welcome to our biggest kayaking adventure, an exhilarating 16-mile expedition designed for experienced paddlers and those seeking a full-day of adventure and physical activity. You will begin your journey at the State Road 327 Bridge, a public launch site upstream of our office, for a truly immersive river adventure.
Paddle through long, curvy, and wooded sections of the Pigeon River, witnessing diverse wildlife and a spectrum of river views, from narrow bends to a wide-open millpond. This adventure wraps up after the Mongo Millpond, followed by a short portage around the Mongo Dam, and stops right in front of our office at the Trading Post riverside.
Discover our longest trip, see the full extent of the river’s beauty, and enjoy an unforgettable full-day kayaking adventure.This trip typically takes 7+ hours, depending on water levels and your personal paddling speed.
| Vessel | Prime Season/Weekend |
|---|---|
| Canoe | $120* |
| Kayak | $99 |
| Double kayak | $148 |
| Kids kayak | $50 |
| Personal kayak shuttle | $45** |
| Personal canoe/tandem shuttle | $55** |
*Canoes are for 2 people maximum, with the exception of a child middle rider (under 70 lbs.)
**Personal shuttles are available 7 days a week for campers; for non-campers, personal shuttles are available Sunday – Friday only.
Saturday only, 8am
The trip starts with a shuttle departing from our main office outpost. Our staff will then transport you upstream to the put-in. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time for a smooth check-in.
The trip covers 16 miles and typically takes around 7-8 hours, depending on the water level and your paddling speed.
1-30+ (Contact our office for large group offers & availability.)
For a comfortable experience:
Shoulder Seasons:
Prime Summer Season:
The minimum age and weight requirement for children on all river trips is 3 years old and 30 pounds.
Staff members were wonderful and all very friendly. We had a wonderful time on our trip from refuge bridge.
Great way to spend a whole day outside with family and friends. We do the Refuge Bridge trip and pack a lunch. Couple of nice sandy places to pull over and stretch.
…exceeded all expectations. From the meticulously upkept canprground with it’s fishing pond, river and majestic trees, to the campground facilities that were clean, easily accessible, and smelling fresh. This place is a gem. My girlfriend and I did the 13mile Refuge Bridge kayak trip…The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The campground is very family friendly…Just an all around wonderful experience. We will be back.
Beautiful campground, right on the river. Clean facilities. Friendly and kind staff. I did the kayaking trip from Refuge Bridge, and it was spectacular. The water is clear, good flow, there are lots of bends and turns to keep you on your toes. It is a well maintained section. Lots of birding along the way…
We put in at Refuge Bridge, what an awesome day! The water was great, nature scenery was beautiful, and it was absolutely quiet! Loved it.
Staff is very kind from the front office to the helpers when you arrive back at the post. The bus ride to the Refuge Bridge was a blast as the driver interacted with our group and prepared us for a great day on the water! The equipment we rented was in great shape and we had an amazing time on the river! Took us about 7 hours to complete the 13 mile paddle but there was plenty of shallow areas to stop and converse as a group.
…If you make a reasonable request before you go I’m sure they will do their best to provide for you! The river is also a great trip, me and 5 others went on their Refuge Bridge trip and it was fantastic! I highly recommend them to anyone who is interested in doing something like this.
I booked a trip for July 11, 2020, Saturday, 0800. 1 canoe, 2 adults, Refuge Bridge. My dad (73 years old) and I had a wonderful time! Excellent customer service. The weather was perfect. I’d recommend bringing bug spray.
…We did the Refuge Bridge kayaking trip and it was quite enjoyable. Especially as staff takes the time to make sure the river is clean. I will definitely go back again the next chance I get!
The staff here are always friendly and helpful! They help you into the water at your put-in and help you out when you get to their beach landing area. Their equipment is always in good shape with a good selection of choices…We had 17 boats on the water and 25 people. They were awesome all the way around. This is why they have become our favorite boating destination!
We had such a great experience here! The staff was so friendly and accommodating every step of the way. We spent one night camping here and kayaked down their river… Kayaking from Refuge Bridge was very pleasant, it’s an excellent river for slow paced kayaking…
We have done this trip the last 4 years with the guys from the office. the ladies at the office have everything ready for you, they walk you though if your a newbie. the guys loading and driving you there are great and friendly, everyone has smiles. then at the end of the long fun day, they are there to help you out of the river. Great time…
