Tubing down one of Colorado’s many scenic rivers is a great way to spend a hot, sunny day. Enjoy an adrenaline pumping ride down some whitewater or a take it easy with a float down a gentle, lazy river. All of these locations are open to kayaks.
 Pueblo |
 Salida |
 Breckenridge |
 Boulder |
 Golden |
 Eagle |
 Glenwood Springs |
 Avon |
 Vail |
 Gunnison |
 Pagosa Springs |
 Denver |
 Steamboat Springs |
Guide to River Tubing in Colorado
Tubing down an alpine river is fun and only costs a little money for a tube. The season runs from around June to September, depending on conditions. Planning is important, so make sure the river conditions are good and you’re not tubing alone.
Both river tubing and kayaking may be dangerous, so please be careful. A helmet and life vest are a smart idea.
What’s you’ll need:
- Tube – The bigger tubes
are usually better and more durable for taking bumps. Walmart and sporting goods stores sell tubes. The ones with the nets in the middle are pretty nice and run near $30. Stay away from the dollar store knockoffs.
- Swimsuit and Shoes – rubber water shoes or old sneakers – don’t wear flip-flops or expensive jewelry because they get lost, no glass
- Sunglasses and Sunscreen – you could lose your sunglasses, so cheap ones are best
- Air Pump – for tube, optional
- Life Jacket – required for kids 12 and under
- If you’re going on a longer tubing trip, bring two cars to shuttle. Park one at the finish and then have everyone take one car to the start.
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