Salt River Tubing
About this experience
Duration
Estimated 2–5 hours (varies daily with river conditions)
Meeting Point
9200 N Bush Hwy, Mesa AZ 85215
Cancellations
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your reservation. Dates may also be changed with no penalty or transferred to a gift card for a future visit.
Accessibility
Guests with accessibility needs are encouraged to contact us in advance so we can help plan your visit.
There’s nothing quite like floating the Salt River — a gentle, scenic ride through Arizona’s beautiful Tonto National Forest, where cool water, saguaro-lined banks, and the occasional band of wild horses make every float unforgettable.
Your booking comes with everything you need: a tube, round-trip shuttle service to and from the river, and free parking — all in one simple online reservation. Just bring your crew, your coolers (plastic and cans only!), and your sunscreen, and we’ll handle the rest.
It’s the perfect way to cool off, soak up the sun, and spend a relaxed Arizona day on the water.
💬 Float times vary day-to-day based on water flow. Chat with us on our website for the most up-to-date estimate — our chatbot pulls live data and trend-based predictions to help you plan.
Highlights
All-inclusive booking — Tube, round-trip shuttle, and free parking included in one price. No hidden fees.
All Day Pass — Last rentals go out at 2 PM (weather and water permitting), so you’ve got plenty of daylight to soak it all in.
Bucket/Cooler Tubes available — Keep your drinks and snacks floating right next to you. Note: Bucket tubes are only rented with a tube rental or bus pass — they’re not available on their own.
Life vests on hand — Available for purchase ($15 in person, or buy online and save 10%). Picked up at check-in.
Scenic & relaxing — Drift through Tonto National Forest with views of saguaros, canyon walls, and Arizona wildlife.
Additional information
Please arrive with plenty of time before your float. Have your booking confirmation ready (on your phone is fine). At check-in, you’ll pick up your tube, any pre-purchased life vests or ice, and get directions for shuttle boarding. Coolers will be inspected at check-in to make sure they meet river regulations (no glass, no Styrofoam).
Last rentals are released at 2 PM — weather and water permitting. Arrive earlier on weekends and holidays to avoid lines.
- All guests must be 4 feet or taller to float.
- Life vests are required for youth floaters — available for purchase online (10% off) or in person.
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult per our youth policies.
- All coolers will be inspected at check-in before boarding the shuttle.
- Pickup time and shuttle departure times must be honored — please be ready to roll.
- Bucket/Cooler Tube ($20) — Keep your drinks and snacks afloat. Only available with a tube rental or bus pass.
- Life Vests — Adult & Youth available ($15 in person, 10% off online). Picked up at check-in.
- 10 lb Bag of Ice — Pick up at check-in.
- Shuttle Passes — For guests bringing their own personal tubes.
- Private Shuttle Service — Book our private door-to-door shuttle separately for groups of 6 to 56.
- Rentals until 2 PM — weather and water permitting.
- All guests must be 4 feet or taller!
- GLASS WARE IS PROHIBITED by law. Coolers will be inspected before rafting.
- MARSHMALLOWS ARE PROHIBITED by ARS Law regarding Criminal Littering.
- ALL DRINKS MUST BE IN PLASTIC OR CANS!
- Military/First Responder Discount is only available for in-person rentals.
- Float times vary day-to-day based on river conditions and are outside of our control.
Restrictions
- No glass containers of any kind — by law. Coolers are inspected before boarding.
- No Styrofoam coolers or containers allowed on the river.
- No marshmallows — prohibited under ARS Law regarding criminal littering.
- All drinks must be in plastic bottles or cans.
- Basic swimming ability is recommended; life vests strongly encouraged for non-swimmers and youth.
- Guests must be at least 4 feet tall to float.
Itinerary
Arrive at Salt River Tubing — 9200 N Bush Hwy, Mesa AZ 85215. Free parking on site.
Check in — Have your booking confirmation ready. This is when you’ll pick up any pre-purchased life vests, ice, or extras.
Grab your tube — Our team will get you set up with your rental tube (and bucket/cooler tube if you booked one).
Hop on the shuttle — We’ll take you upriver to the put-in point.
Float the Salt River — Sit back, splash around, and enjoy the ride. Float times vary day-to-day with river conditions (estimated 2–5 hours).
Return at the take-out — Hand back your tubes and head out, or hang around and enjoy a snack before heading home.
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