If you're looking for an adventure but don't have a lot of time, a day trip is normally the way to go. And depending on how far you travel, you may only need one tank of gas. Here we have planned a day trip that includes adventure, relaxation, and good food. You'll start out with Birch Bark Canoe Livery for some tubing, kayaking, or canoeing in Urbana, Ohio, along the Mad River before heading to Condado Tacos in Columbus for an incredible meal.

Depending on the route you choose, the drive between the Birch Bark Canoe Livery in Urbana to Condado Tacos in Columbus will be between 51 and 59 miles and should take just over an hour to drive one way without traffic. You can use this Google Maps link to help plan your trek.

No matter where you live in the state, tacos and tubing in Ohio make the perfect day trip combination. Whether or not you live close to Birch Bark Canoe Livery and Condado Tacos in the Columbus area, you can check out these other fun and exciting adventures around Ohio for more day-trip ideas.

Make sure you have a full tank of gas in the car and your sense of adventure is ready to go before taking a drive to Birch Bark Canoe Livery for Urbana canoeing, kayaking, or tubing along the scenic Mad River.

A 4-hour tubing trip costs $40/person while a 2-hour tube trip is $17. Each option includes tube rentals. You will be transported to the starting location and picked up at the endpoint by bus.

You will take your tube and float along for four hours on the cool, refreshing waters of the Mad River which is so clear, you can see to the bottom.

Water depth is approximately two-to-three feet in most areas with small pools of up to five feet deep.

Let the gentle current float you effortlessly down the river as you relax under the summer sun. But try to keep your eyes open to look at the breathtaking scenery as you float by. It's a truly remarkable experience. You may encounter small shallow sets of rapids along the way but it's otherwise a smooth ride.

Book your Urbana canoeing, kayaking, or tubing ride ahead of time on the Birch Bark Canoe Livery website and follow the Birch Bark Canoe Livery Facebook page for any updates.

After a relaxing day floating down the Mad River on a tube, you'll probably be hungry. Now it's time to hop in the car and make the drive to Condado Tacos in Columbus. From the funky decor to the build-your-own tacos, this restaurant is the perfect spot to end your day.

Condado Tacos has a list of fresh ingredients on the menu for you to create your own. Start with a soft flour or a ranch-flavored, spicy, or regular corn hard shell. Then you'll choose your protein like roasted chicken, tequila-lime steak, or Korean BBQ-pulled jackfruit, among others. This place has something for vegans, meat lovers, and everyone in between.

Next come the toppings, salsas, and sauces to complete your taco feast. But, if you're not feeling creative, don't worry. There is a list of already-created 'Taco Suggestions' where you'll probably find something you like. Add a side of chips with queso or guac to complete your incredible meal.

Don't forget to order one of the creative margaritas. How about a La Paloma made with Blanco tequila, grapefruit, lime, agave, and soda water or a Lemon Shake-Up made with Blanco tequila, lemon, agave, and soda water? All the margaritas on the menu sound delicious and refreshing.

Head to the Condado Tacos website to start dreaming about what taco you would like to create before you go.

Can you think of a better day than tubing, kayaking, or canoeing in Urbana, Ohio, with Birch Bark Canoe Livery, followed by build-your-own tacos and margaritas at Condado Tacos in Columbus? It’s the perfect day to both relax and satisfy your sense of adventure. Here is the Google Maps link so you can add your address as a starting point for this trip. Follow the Only in Ohio Facebook page and sign up for the Only in Ohio newsletter for information on more exciting adventures around the state.

Where is your favorite place to go tubing in Ohio? Our state is home to so many resplendent rivers that are perfect for a long and lazy summer float!

Are you ready to discover more unique Ohio day trips - only on a tankful? Us too! Here are some of our other adventures that are simply perfect for year-round fun in Ohio! And don't forget to take a look at our Ultimate Road Trip Packing List for everything you need before hitting the road.