What is the best time to go Salt River tubing?
What is the best time to go Salt River tubing? The morning is the best time to go Salt River Tubing. The last tube rental is at 2pm so at the very least, you need to go before then. Our group arrived at 10:15 am and waited in a short line to rent our tubes. I do not recommend going much later than that because the parking lot and rental area will get very crowded.
Do you need shoes to go tubing?
While the French Broad is a lazy river, it's not the kind you find at a water park with a smooth concrete bottom. There are rocks and we want you to be safe from injury. Wearing shoes while tubing is an absolute must. We sell inexpensive river shoes at the outpost for the whole family.
How many days is a Salt River trip?
Explore the Salt River Wilderness From a Raft We offer trips up to five days long. Many Phoenix and Tucson residents join us each spring on our most popular trip—a full-day rafting adventure starting near the Highway 60 bridge between Globe and Show Low, Arizona.
Can you float the Salt River at night?
One of my favorite annual trips to lead is a moonlight paddle down the Lower Salt River east of Phoenix. The Salt River is a great little trip either early in the morning, or long after the tubers have gone home—it's serene, has some nice scenery, is convenient to the metro Phoenix area, and offers easy logistics.
How cold is the water at the Salt River?
The water temperature stays at 68°F all year round!
How long does it take to go down the Salt River tubing?
It takes about 2 hours to float the Salt River from the launch point top of the river down to the bridge. It takes about 3 hours to float from the bridge down to the bottom exit point. If you want to float the Salt River from the top launch point down to the last exit, plan for about 5 hours.
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.
Can you take beer to Salt River tubing?
Also bring some rope to tie the chest to the tube. Also, bring some kind of lunch. Sandwiches and snacks work the best. If you bring beer or soda (you MUST bring one or the other or water!) be sure to bring CANS ONLY glass is not allowed on the river.
Is there bacteria in the Salt River?
As with all bodies of fresh water there is a risk of bacteria or protozoa infections because the water is not chlorinated.
Why do people throw marshmallows on 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.
Can you swim in the Salt River?
Lower Salt River: A surprisingly short drive from downtown Phoenix reaches the Salt River, where runoff from the distant mountains waters the desert. Here you can swim, float, and paddle among huge cacti, towering cliffs, and a herd of wild horses.
Is the Salt River open year round?
“What time of the year is the salt river open to tubing if you bring your own tube and your own vehicles.” That is not correct. The river is only open seasonally. The river levels fluctuate throughout the year and it's not safe or plausible to use it when the water level is too low.