Hoosier Hotspots

Advice
#1

OK, folk, I need a little guidance when you have a moment. I’ll be spending the week after July 4th at a conference in far south-central Indiana (French Lick). Looking at the map and topos, there appears to be a good chance of some nice paddling little rivers down that way. I’ll be bringing a Bob Special and probably going solo. Any suggestions near by? I’d especially like to know of any canoe rental places that run shuttles or any publications/websites that might be helpful. Much thanks in advance!

#2

Blue River
It can get shallow. Real shallow. Check this out:



http://www.cavecountrycanoes.com/

#3

River info…

– Last Updated: May-25-07 10:53 AM EST –

Here are some websites on Indiana. This has been one of the driest month of May on record in Indiana. Rivers may be bony if things don't improve.

http://www.state.in.us/dnr/outdoor/canoe/

The HCC bulletin boards should be able to answer questions.

http://www.hoosiercanoeclub.org/

There is a canoe/climbing/etc. shop to the North in downtown Bloomington. They might be of some help via email.

http://www.jlwaters.com/

I have never paddled it, but Patoka lake should have some secluded backwater coves to paddle. A $5 boat launch permit would be needed. The Lost River reappears at Orangeville and is canoeable, but it was FULL of deadfalls when I paddled it.

http://www.exploresouthernindiana.com/outdoor_recreation.php

http://www.sierraclub.org/greatoutdoors/indiana/

#4

Much thanks for your ideas…
This was exactly what I was looking for. A couple of trips on the Blue and the Lost Rivers should make the time spent indoors at the conference much more palatable!