Salt River Tubing

Embark on a fun, refreshing, and scenic float down the first mile of the Lower Salt River - a great activity for both families and outdoor adventurers. Experience the Sonoran Desert's beauty from the unique vantage point offered by Salt River tubing.

Your journey begins at the head of the river, where pristine waters flow from the Stewart Mountain Dam's turbines, ensuring a cool and clean river experience. Recognized as the most beautiful and uncrowded segment of the Lower Salt River, it's a haven for adventure. So come grab a tube and get ready for an athletic float on the Salt River!

Tube rentals are offered in the summer when the Salt River levels are high. Advanced reservations are recommended and good swimming abilities are required.

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Group rates are available for corporate retreats and parties of 20 or more.

Salt River Tubing | Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch Mesa AZ

Book Tubing

Book a 30-40 Minute Float

Scenic Loop
Tubing

$20 - $23 plus tax

Experience the exhilaration of the Salt River with a scenic float to Horse Thief's Wash, followed by a 10-15 minute walk back to the ranch. Revel in the comfort of our shaded riverside lawn, where you can relax and soak up nature's beauty until it's time to depart.

Daily: 9:30am - 1:00pm
Guests must be off property by 5:00pm
Age requirement 12 years & older
Height requirement 4'6" tall, with height verification possible upon arrival.
Good swimming abilities are required
Life jackets provided, upon request

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Book 2 Car Tubing

Self-Shuttle Tubing

$20 - $23 plus tax

Craft your own river adventure with our flexible tubing rental. Rent one of our tubes and choose your own exit point on the river. Launch just below the dam at our ranch launch area and when you’re done, pick up your car and shuttle yourself back to the ranch by the below posted departure time. This trip is for those wanting to see more of the river. Tube deflator tools are provided.

Daily: 9:30am - 1:00pm
Guests must be off property by 5:00pm
Age requirement 12 years & older
Height requirement 4'6" tall, with height verification possible upon arrival.
Life jackets provided, upon request

What Makes Our Salt River Tubing Experience Better?

Guests can tube the pristine first mile of the stunningly beautiful Lower Salt River free of the river trash, noise, and ruckus often found downriver.

You'll also enjoy easy access to get into the water directly from your car or shuttle. Relax near the river and enjoy the beauty of the Bulldog Cliffs before or after your float on our shaded lawn.

Tubing Information & Requirements

A few things to note about Salt River tubing at Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch:

Minimum age and height: 12 years and 4'6" tall
Personal flotation devices (PFD's) or life jackets are included
PDF's are mandatory for all guests 18 and under
Bring shoes that can get wet and you can walk in
No alcohol allowed; coolers will be inspected at the time of launch
No glass containers of any kind are permitted

To make a reservation, please call 480-984-2194. Reservations are subject to a 24-hour cancellation policy, regardless of illness or travel complications due to COVID or any other circumstances.