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    Amazing trip! Team hauled us out into the river, gaveu us clear instructions on where to dock and picked is up.

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    Can we bring our own kayaks and get transported?

    Yes, you can bring your own kayaks! We charge $10 per kayak to cover our costs. We do this… Read more

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    U-Rent-Em Canoe Livery

    U-Rent-Em Canoe Livery

    3.1
    (14 reviews)
    22.6 mi

    Awesome time today!…read more I love that they handle large groups with ease and how friendly their staff is. We had a small hiccup with our group (a few tipped over) and they were very helpful with shuttling the ones that wanted to cut out early. I haven't peaked at their little "convenience store" for forgotten items so maybe it's already there but I would suggest adding tiny bungee cords. Someone brought two and it saved someone's bag when their kayak flipped. You guys run an awesome business. I don't understand what the poor reviews are about. This is the 2nd time I've rented with them and they've been great. We will be back..maybe to try out floatin'.

    How freaking fun!!! Came here with my hubby, kids and friends. We had the best time ever. You park…read moreand they drive you down to the beginning. You tube all the way back to the place. It's a pretty cool set up. You get the choice of a tube with no bottom, or a tube with a bottom. They all have head rests which is super dope! They also have long tubes for your coolers, yep your very own cooler. Beer, liquor, pop, snacks galore!!! It's very relaxing, like a little lazy river. Beautiful sky view. My kids had the absolute best time and can't stop talking about it!! We are already wanting to go back. The actual business where you start out at has changing rooms, the spot to rent your tubes, and other accessories. Things to clip on your glasses so you don't loose them and more. I can't wait to go back!!!

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    East Race Waterway

    East Race Waterway

    3.6
    (11 reviews)
    61.3 mi

    This is a pretty nice rapids course in south bend, Indiana. It's about a half mile long rapids…read morecourse and you can go alone or fit up to 6 per raft. It's not insanely difficult but the rocks on the rapids do make it a bit difficult- hit one of them and you're flipping for sure (I did today). I don't like that you have to walk the half mile back to the start to do it again, but it's a nice course overall, just a pretty short rapids course - you're on the river for about 5-10 minutes. There is no "break" sections in the water - the rapids are non stop just FYI. Fun place though, I would recommend.

    Whitewater rafting in the urban midwest! When you live in the midwest as I do, you learn to dig…read moredeep for new outdoor ideas. Finding this place was the equivalent of striking gold!! East Race Waterway is a man-made whitewater route using the water from the St. Joseph River. The course is about a half mile long and it takes roughly five minutes to navigate. You have three main options to use the race. Non-kayak owners (renters) can choose from the inflatable doubles kayak (seats two..of course) or a large raft (3-6 passengers). Rides in the inflatable kayak or large raft are $5 per person, per ride. If you bring your own kayak it's $15 for the day. The rented boats come with oars, life jackets and a helmet, so you don't need to bring those pieces of equipment. As for the race, you're going to get wet. Let's call it soaked! The race contains category II whitewater rapids and in at least three spots, you're going to get a rush of water thrust upon you. It doesn't take much experience to figure out how to guide your boat and if you go at the rapids head on you won't capsize. We watched many go over though, and that's because they broke the cardinal rule of hitting the rapids with a sideways boat. Even if you capsize it's no big deal. There's a few things you'll need to bring or consider. First, a soled shoe that covers at least the backside of your heal and straps across the top is mandatory. Basically, anything except open-toed flip-flips will work. Hard sole water shoes like Keen's work the best. Remember that you're going to get wet, I mean soaked..so phones, car keys, jewelry and loose sunglasses are all a really bad idea. If you have to bring keys make sure you bring a ziplock bag and have a zipped pocket to store them in. The water isn't nearly as dirty as some claim and there's a hose with clean water at the end of the race to rinse with. All the same I'd still recommend wearing older clothing if you can. This place is a total blast and a unique opportunity for mid-westerners. The race is only open June-early August and only on the weekends, so be sure to plan this one carefully. We'll certainly be back!

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    Black River Trails Campground

    Black River Trails Campground

    4.5
    (17 reviews)
    29.5 mi

    Would highly recommend this place. My spouse and I are originally from the Pacific Northwest and…read morenow live in Chicago - so we are always looking for little nooks within 3 hours of the city. This is a little gem of a campground that's pleasantly filled with comforts and modern amenities. The campground itself is very small, but it's quiet, & has a steady body of water. I will be staying here again. I spent the weekend sitting in my hammock and enjoying hearing the water. 5/6 of the cabins face the water just as an fyi, so it's like a private paradise. The town of SoHa is really fun too and a great place to wine, dine, & explore. The cabins are basic and rustic with one plug in to charge your electronics. There is one light in there but it does get dark at night. Bring a nightlight. The queen bunk beds are great and comfortable. I would say more like 2-3 people could comfortably sleep in a cabin due to space and the cabins get hot at night! There's showers, there's toilets, there's cabins- oh my! The showers run on a unique token system. 1 token=$1=3 minutes of hot, private, shower. Tokens are purchased on site. the showers are game changers because they're open 24 hours with cameras outside so the owners monitor who goes in/out and your safety. As a queer person, I felt comfortable & safe at this campground.

    Best camping experience in a long time, maybe ever. Staff extremely friendly and helpful…read more(especially Brandon amd his grandfather). Clean facilities. Wood cheaper than at the gas-station (even if you have to buy it on the premesis). Canoe/Kayak rental and ride on the premises. Just a short distance from South Haven, breweries and wineries and a blueberry farm. Will definitely be back! Thank you for the experience. Chris S.

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