The intersection at SR 32 and River Road is closed. Please approach White River Canoe Company livery from intersection at 146th ST and River Road
Pleasant Street Bridge Project: please use the designated areas to traverse this area while on the river
Join us for a day on the river!
White River Canoe Co. offers canoe, kayak, and tubing trips on the West Fork of the White River, northeast of Indianapolis.
Our 2023 calendar is now open for reservations. Trips and available times may vary or open up as we enter the summer season. For trip information, please use our live chat feature.
River Condition Updates: as of May 22nd 4.91 ft – 642 ft³/s (avg. depth and avg. speed will vary as the river fluctuates during the spring season)
Have your own boat? Unfortunately, at this time we cannot transport or have private craft at our facility. Please use the public access points for your private craft. If you need guidance for public access points, please contact our live chat feature.
We are hopeful to bring this service back in the near future.
We Are Hiring!
Please email [email protected] for applications and information.
About Rusty Oar Our most popular trip; check-in/park at our River Ave livery, depart via shuttle/bus to the drop-in UP RIVER at our Rusty Oar property for a 2-3 hour canoe or kayak ride. Great for new and experienced paddlers!
Potter’s Bridge We depart from our River Road livery and drop-in at historic Potter’s Bridge north of downtown Noblesville for a 4-5 hour float back down to the River – a great trip for all!
A great ~10 mile canoe or kayak ride from the White River Campground. Our White River Campground to River Road excursion will provide you with a unique experience without diverting far from your stay. (Check in at Livery)
This is a great section for beginners and young paddlers or tubers to learn. The current is normally slow and allows you to paddle back up stream for an extra lap or two without committing to the longer 6-mile trip.
We pick up at the shelter at White River Campground around the bottom of the hour and shuttle UP River to Lafayette Trace Park for a 6 mile / 2-3 hour paddle back down to the Campground.
A White River Campground Reservation is Required for this Trip.
Experience one of our best and longest tours! We will encompass much of the White River on a ~15 mile journey. This trip requires the portage around the low-head dam at Clare across from the Rusty Oar property. Limited Availability: Tuesdays and Thursdays (May 30th – Aug 31st) 9:00 am only (not available early and late season or holiday dates/weeks April-Memorial Day / Labor Day-October).
We had a party of 8 on Sunday and enjoyed the day relaxing on tubes floating down the river. The people checking us in were extremely friendly and the bus driver was funny and got us to drop off area in a great mood. All around a great experience at the White River Canoe Company. We plan on going a few more time this summer.
– Jenny A. | TripadvisorBeing on the water with great friends and the weather was gorgeous! We had a picnic on the way. Such a great activity!
– Fishinforever | TripadvisorWe had a great time tubing here! The tubes have backs and cup holders and are very roomy. They have a sandy spot where you can take a break from tubing and swim for a bit and we found a lot of big, shiny shells in the river. The nature surrounding the river is beautiful and it was both relaxing and fun. I definitely recommend this place!!
– Chelsey | TripadvisorWe booked four tubes and a cooler tube for a trip down the White River. We all had an awesome time, and are excited to come back and do it again soon. The staff was very kind and provided clear directions.
– Lolosel16 | TripadvisorHad a great time kayaking with White River Canoe Company. Easy online reservations, the team of employees were organized, friendly and very helpful. Nice kayaks, paddles & life jackets. We did the 2-3 hour trip , beautiful stretch of the river. Will absolutely go again !
– JRW | TripadvisorAbsolutely a great time no matter what age. Everything went as planned, trip started on time and the equipment was well maintained. It didn’t hurt that the weather cooperated for once. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. We will be back soon!
– Robbe N. | TripadvisorI try to make an annual trip to the White River Canoe company. It has been fun to see this company grow over the years and I look forward to many trips to come. The rusty oar trip is great for beginners!
– Lisa P. | Tripadvisor
