Pigeon Creek:

Let’s go Canoeing! We invite you to join us on the beautiful and scenic Pigeon Creek. Get away from the stress of everyday city life and see the heart of Evansville. The creek is a wildlife oasis in the middle of a bustling city. It provides habitats for various fish, waterfowl, and mammals. Outdoor aquatic ecology, recreation, and education are waiting for you. Choose the trip option that best fits you or your group’s needs!

Wildlife in the City:

This trip takes you along the Pigeon Creek Greenway passage and into the heart of the city of Evansville. Learn about the geology, ecology, and the environmental implications of city water trails. Relax on this 5 mile trip and find out how the Pigeon Creek corridor is an oasis of wildlife, hidden to the public eye. Trips are offered every Saturday at 9 a.m. and every Sunday at 2 p.m. throughout the season.

Age: 7 and up
Cost: $15 per person
Average Length: About 3 hours

Moonlight Paddles:
Spend the evening on a guided canoe trip under the full moon at the serene Bluegrass Fish and Wildlife Area just north of Evansville or amidst the cypress forest at Hovey Lake. Pre-registration required.

Age: 7 and up
Cost: $15 per person
Average Length: About 3 hours

2008 Moonlight Paddle Schedule

July 18, 7 p.m. at Bluegrass Fish and Wildlife Area 

July 19, 7 p.m. at Hovey Lake

Aug 15, 7 p.m. at Bluegrass Fish and Wildlife Area 

August 16, 7 p.m. Hovey Lake

Hovey Lake:

Canoe Evansville is now providing guided tours at Hovey Lake Fish and Wildlife Area. This natural oxbow lake, located near the confluence of the Wabash and Ohio Rivers is inhabited by various waterfowl including Cormorants, Ospreys, Egrets and a family of Bald Eagles. Bald Cypress trees are found half submerged throughout the lake, providing the unique experience of paddling through what seems to be an enchanted forest.

Age: 7 and up
Cost: $15 per person
Average length: About 3 hours

Contact us to schedule your group trip to Hovey Lake.

Overnight Adventures:

These adventures take you to regional waterways for two days of canoeing through beautiful wilderness. Bring your camping gear and we will provide canoeing equipment, guides, transportation shuttle, dinner and breakfast over a campfire.

Customized Programs:

Get the Most out of our Programs! Let us help you have more FUN! If you have a particular interest in Pigeon Creek (i.e. history, ecology, etc.) our trained canoe guides can provide a more specialized program to cater to your group’s needs. Group discounts are available. Tell us about your group’s special interests, whether you have:

…we can help you get the most from your canoeing adventure! Email us and someone will contact you regarding your interests.

Click here to see our Classes and Trainings both both youth and adults.