Do you need a permit to kayak lower Salt River?


Do you need a permit to kayak lower Salt River? Recreation Permits are required to utilize the Tribal lands and waters of those portions of the Salt River Canyon which are within the Fort Apache Indian Reservation. These permits are required 365 days a year. Permits may be obtained at the Salt River Trading Post near the Highway 60 Bridge.


Is the Salt River safe to swim in?

Swimming in the Salt River is something to be cautious about. It's not the ideal place to swim in nor the safest.


How much is it to float down the Salt River?

Salt River Tubing pricing is $21. This price includes parking at the origin point, a tube to float the river on and a shuttle to the launch area and back.


Do you need a life jacket on the Salt River?

Children must be at least eight (8) years old AND four (4) feet tall to go tubing. SRT policy requires children ages 8-12 to wear life jackets. These can be purchased at our Snack Bar for $15.


Why do people bring marshmallows to the Salt River?

Marshmallows get very sticky when wet, making them the perfect ammunition to lob at other tubers for some lighthearted fun. They also float, so you can pick up discarded ammo and reuse it as you travel down the river.