Shenandoah River Tubing
Best River Tubing in Virginia!
Shenandoah River tubing is by far the most popular river activity in the hot Summer months. For those lucky folks that have chosen to go tubing in Virginia, all you’ll need to do is check in at the office, hop on a shuttle bus and grab a tube at the river. Once you have your tube, you can just relax while the river floats you back to our office. Our Shenandoah River tubing trip offers the flexibility to go solo for some “me” time or it can be the perfect experience for large groups.
To ensure no one gets hungry or dehydrated, remember to pack your cooler with your favorite drinks (no glass bottles, please) and snacks. Don’t forget to add on a Cooler Carrier (36QT or 50QT) to easily float your cooler down the river beside you. Our laid back 3-mile Shenandoah tubing float is the premier river tubing in Virginia, which includes a fun Class II rapid at the beginning, a few Class I rapids and multiple riffles along the way. There are also a couple nice islands to stop on for a quick break or to watch others float by. If you have an event planned or a group to plan for, we can customize your Shenandoah tubing trip to fit your specific needs. Let us help you plan the perfect stress free Shenandoah River tubing day.
Join us on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River for the best tubing in Virginia, because it truly is your day to play!
NEW FOR 2024 – TUBING WITH YOUR DOG! We are offering a custom high quality tube that we have sourced for a great experience with your pup.
Read the paddling conditions before making your booking!
NOTE: LAST TUBING SHUTTLE TO THE RIVER IS NOW 12:00 PM WEEKDAYS AND 1:00 PM WEEKENDS. PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES PRIOR SO YOU DON’T MISS THE LAST SHUTTLE!
Important Information
Please note that tube trips are not guided and the rates are per watercraft. Rates do not include 5.3% Virginia sales tax.
Minimum age of six years old in tubes – no exceptions!
Shoes or sandals with a heel strap are required for all Shenandoah River trips. We do not allow guests to wear flip-flops.
Please check out the Shenandoah River conditions page prior to booking to see if there are any trip recommendations or restrictions.
NOTE: Cooler Carriers are add on equipment and not included in the trip price. Be sure to add one on at check out.
Tubes that we Offer
- Standard Tube: Comfortable vinyl tube with a cup holder. One person per tube.
- Deluxe Tube: Luxury vinyl tube with mesh bottom, backrest and cup holder. One person per tube.
- Dog Tube: Custom designed luxury tube with an 840-denier nylon cover, mess bottom and D-ring for attaching a strap to your tube.
What’s included in Shenandoah River Tubing
- Tube
- Shuttle Service
- Life Vests
- Maps
- Basic Riverside Instruction
Choose your Trip
Tubing Day Trip – Trip 1
3 Miles
3-4 Hours
Karo Landing to Front Royal Outdoors
$27.00/Standard Tue, Wed, Thu $30.00 Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
$31.50/Deluxe Tue, Wed, Thu $35.00 Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
Enjoy this scenic and relaxing route on the Shenandoah River. Trip 1 floats from Karo Landing, river mile marker 37, downstream 3 miles to our base at Front Royal Outdoors, river mile marker 40. When booking your trip, remember to add on a cooler carrier for your cooler.
Tubing Season Pass
Standard Tube Pass $99+
Deluxe Tube Pass $109+
For those who plan on floating the Shenandoah River with Front Royal Outdoors frequently from mid-May through mid-September, try our Tubing Season Pass which allows for unlimited tubing trips and many other benefits like rental discounts, free cooler carrier rentals, and more.
Plan Your Trip
Check out our local lodging and camping options before your trip, view the current river conditions, and more!
Looking for answers? Check out our frequently asked questions page.
Contact Us
Talk To Our Adventure Experts
Whether you want to lazily float down the river in a tube or just get away for an hour or a couple of days in a canoe, kayak or raft, we can provide the expertise and knowledge to help you plan your Shenandoah river adventure.