Wabash River Trip – Lafayette Area – Aug. 29, 2026

It’s that time of year when many of our local streams are often too low to enjoyably paddle. The Wabash River should have plenty of flow for easy paddling. The dry times of the year also make the big rivers low enough and clear enough to enjoy the streambed, the real essence of their beauty. This year’s paddle will go from Davis Ferry Park to Granville PAS, about a 13-mile trip. We have done this section a few times; it seems to be popular, and we usually see eagles, great blue herons, and other birds along this stretch. If someone wants a shorter trip, they can cut about 4 miles off the trip by getting out at Fort Ouiatenon Park.

Meet at Davis Ferry Park (3900 N 9th St Rd, Lafayette, IN) at 9:30 am. We should be ready to run the shuttle around 10. To get to Davis Ferry Park from the Indianapolis area, take I-65 towards Lafayette. At exit 178, take ramp right for IN-43 toward West Lafayette. Turn left onto IN-43, heading south. Turn left onto Burnetts Rd., it should be the first road to the left after you are on IN-43. Burtnetts Road soon comes to a “T”, turn right onto N. 9th St. Rd. After you cross over the Wabash River, Davis Ferry Park will be on the right. Here is the intended shuttle route: Shuttle Route to Granville Public Access Site.pdf

Bring lunch and drinking water in addition to your normal paddling gear. The HCKC requires those participating in Club events to wear a PFD at all times while on the water.

Contact Judy Thompson judy_thom@hotmail.com 765-366-0603 if you want more information.

If you have not done so for this year, PLEASE FILL OUT THE NEW E-WAIVER.   HCKC is moving to a new electronic waiver system instead of our old paper waiver.  This only needs to be completed once each year.  If you have already submitted your e-waiver, you do not need to do it again until next year.  If you are bringing a non-member guest, they should use this e-waiver.

HCKC E-Waiver: https://hoosiercanoeclub.org/E-Waiver/