6 Lazy Rivers Around Pittsburgh That Are Perfect for Tubing on a Summer’s Day

Virtual hands up if you’re ready for an unforgettable day of river tubing near Pittsburgh! Let your feet dangle in the cool water as the river leads you on a relaxing journey. We are featuring six lazy rivers that are the best waterways to float near Pittsburgh. Some are actual rivers and others are in amusement parks, and in our opinion, all will provide the perfect setting for a leisurely summer day. Grab an inner tube and come with us to slip into these cool waters around Pittsburgh this summer.

1. Stonycreek River

Journey to nearby Johnstown for a lazy day on Stonycreek River. Coal Tubin' offers affordable rental inner tubes and a shuttle ride to and from the picturesque river. Coal Tubin' also hosts special events during the summer.

Learn more about the longest lazy river near Pittsburgh and book your lazy river excursion through the Coal Tubin' website. Coal Tubin' is located at 100 Station Street, Johnstown, PA 15905.

2. Kiski River

The Kiskiminetas River, better known as the "Kiski River," is a tributary of the Allegheny River. Spend the perfect summer day tubing on the Kiski River with The River's Edge Canoe & Kayak. Rent an inner tube and decide on which tour to embark. Roaring Run to River's Edge, an eight-mile trip, takes between four to six hours to complete while the Nature Day, a full-day tour, travels 15 miles from Avonmore to River's Edge. Learn more about the longest float trip near Pittsburgh.

Check out the available rental options on the The River's Edge Canoe & Kayak website. This outfitter is located at 3158 River Road, Leechburg, PA 15656.

3. Clarion River

Drive a little more than two hours to Ridgway for a delightful day of tubing on the Clarion River. Rent an inner tube for yourself — and a cooler tube to keep your drinks cool — at Lazy River Canoe Rental. Choose from one of several tubing adventures.

Check out the Lazy River Canoe Rental Facebook page for more information. Find Lazy River Canoe Rental at 40 West Main Street, Ridgway, PA 15853.

4. Cook Forest State Park

Slip into the Clarion River near Cook Forest State Park on a rental inner tube from Pale Wale Canoe Rentals. Choose from one of two trips: the 2.5-mile or the four-mile. Single and double tubes are available for rent from Pale Wale Canoe Rentals, which is open from April through October.

Learn more about this Pittsburgh tubing adventure and book your on-the-water adventure through the Pale Wale Canoe Rentals website. Pale Wale Canoe Rentals is located at 115 Riverside Drive, Cooksburg, PA 16217.

5. Sandcastle Water Park

Float down the lazy river as part of an action-packed day at Sandcastle Waterpark. While it's not a traditional river, you'll find plenty to do on such attractions as the Lazy River, Thunder Run, the Dragon's Den, and the Mon-Tsunami. Sandcastle is also perfect for just relaxing poolside and soaking up the sun.

Read more about this popular waterpark in Pittsburgh, and book your passes throufh the Sandcastle Water Park website. Spend the day at Sandcastle Waterpark at 1000 Sandcastle Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15120.

6. Idlewild Park & SoakZone

Stay cool as you wander down the Lazy River at Idlewild Park and SoakZone before heading to one of the many water attractions. The kiddos will love the waterpark, too, which features fun attractions just for pint-sized visitors. Make time to ride the rides in Idlewild after your time in the water.

Take a peek at this beloved amusement and waterpark near Pittsburgh and stop by Idlewild & SoakZone at 2574 U.S. 30, Ligonier, PA 15658. You can even buy passes in advance on the Idlewild & SoakZone website.

These lazy rivers near Pittsburgh will keep you cool no matter how high the temperature rises this summer. Where are your favorite places to go tubing near Pittsburgh? If your favorite wasn't mentioned, please share it with us through our nominations page — we love hearing from our readers! Be sure to also plan a day trip to the best beaches near Pittsburgh.

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