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Pigeon River trip matching

Find the trip
that fits your crew

Set your group, the youngest rafter, how wild you want it and what you'll spend. The list narrows as you go, and the river guide can talk it through.

01. Crew configuration

Who's riding?

Youngest rafter

2 yrs8 yrs18 yrs

02. River variables

Thrill level

Budget per person

$30Up to $50$100

03. Where you're staying

AI river guide

Tell me who's coming, how wild you want it and where you're staying, and I'll point you at the right outfitter.

Answers come from each company's published info. Always confirm prices and meeting points when you book.

Matched outfitters

3 results found

Best fit

Rip Roaring Adventures

Review score
5 / 5
Youngest rafter
3 yrs
From
$42 a person

Off-season trips outside the summer release window: it takes kids from 3 up, so your youngest at 8 can ride, starts at $42 a person, inside your $50 cap, about 46 minutes from where you're staying.

Balanced

Big Bear Rafting

Review score
4.9 / 5
Youngest rafter
3 yrs
From
$34.95 a person

Mixed groups who want a big-name operation and predictable pricing: it takes kids from 3 up, so your youngest at 8 can ride, starts at $34.95 a person, inside your $50 cap, about 45 minutes from where you're staying.

Shortest drive

Big Creek Expeditions

Review score
4.8 / 5
Youngest rafter
3 yrs
From
$49.95 a person

Late risers and anyone who wants a full day on the water: it takes kids from 3 up, so your youngest at 8 can ride, starts at $49.95 a person, inside your $50 cap, about 45 minutes from where you're staying.