Quick Details
Check-in /park at our River Ave livery, depart via shuttle to the drop-in UP RIVER at either the Lafayette Trace Park (16.5 miles) or Perkinsville (18 miles) access points for a 5.5-8 hour float back to the River Ave livery. This trip requires the portage around the low-head dam at Clare across from the Rusty Oar property. You’ll need to be physically capable of carrying (not dragging) your canoe/kayak and gear on the portage.
Important Note: Please read the info regarding the portage HERE.
This trip is unavailable early and late seasons and on holidays and holiday weekends.
Must be booked at least a day in advance. No same-day walk-ins.
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.
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.
