7 Lazy River Summer Tubing Trips In Arizona To Start Planning Now
It’s never too early to start planning summer vacations, and tubing is always an essential activity to include in your itinerary. From rugged natural beauty to the finest resort waterparks the Grand Canyon State has to offer, Arizona has no shortage of rivers to help you beat the heat.
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We wouldn't dream of kicking off this list with anything other than the one and only Salt River. It's easily the most popular tubing destination in Arizona, and -- in our humble opinion -- for good reason! Float trips range from two to five hours with Salt River Tubing, all of which feature the same leisurely current, striking canyon views, and wildlife. You can find more information here.
Named after its unmistakable blue-green waters, the Verde River is only one of two Arizona rivers classified as "wild and scenic." Its rugged beauty must be seen to believe, with lush greenery and jutting bluffs akin to a tropical oasis. Guided floats are available, or you can forge your own path! Click here for more information.
There are many opportunities to tube the Colorado River in Arizona, from Yuma to Lake Mead and everywhere in-between. Yuma River Tubing offers rentals and van rides from West Wetlands Park (which has a new beach, by the way), to Gateway Park or the confluence of the Gila and Colorado Rivers. You can choose between a ~60 minute or 3.5-hour trip. Click here for details.
If getting pampered in paradise is more on-brand for you, Arizona has no shortage of man-made lazy rivers. The one at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort is half a mile long and flows around a center island filled with palm trees. The rest of the four-acre waterpark features plenty of opportunities to splash the day away, including a 130-foot-tall waterslide! You can find more information here.
Both a waterpark and family fun center, Golfland Sunplash has no shortage of attractions to keep the whole family entertained. The 800-foot-long Endless River is perfect for some low-key fun in the sun, with water buckets spaced throughout offering a fun, lighthearted surprise. Click here for further details.
One of Tucson's top-rated hotels, the JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort features a relaxing lazy river, multi-level pool, and water slide. It's an ideal place to soak up some rays! For more information, visit here.
Rounding out the list is Arizona Grand Resort & Spa, another hotel boasting a rather impressive lineup of water attractions. Among them are a side-by-side active river, wave pool, hot tub, and 8-story tower with three exhilarating slides. You'll find more information here.
How many of these lazy rivers have you checked off your bucket list? Did we leave off your favorite spot? Let us know, and check out our previous article to learn more about the Salt River: This All-Day Float Trip Will Make Your Arizona Summer Complete.
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Address: Salt River, Arizona, USA
Address: Verde River, Arizona, USA
Address: Colorado River
Address: 7677 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020, USA
Address: 155 W Hampton Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210, USA
Address: 8000 Arizona Grand Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85044, USA
Address: 3800 W Starr Pass Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745, USA
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
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