Now that I've told you how to prepare for tubing, in the sense of what to bring and what not to bring, here are some answers to frequently asked questions about tubing on the Salt River.
- Which are the best stops for tubing on the Salt River?
There are four stops. 1 and 2 are relatively calm, and then, depending on water flows, it gets a bit more exciting from 2 through 4. - Where do I rent the tubes and pick up supplies?
The Salt River Tubing and Recreation facilities are at point #3. The buses will stop there. Then you can load up your tubes and coolers on the bus again and head up to stop #1, if you'd like to do the long trip. - Are there bathrooms?
Yes, there is a designated rest area and picnic area by the bridge at stop #2. There are also restroom facilities at the end at #4. - Where do I park?
There are parking lots at each of the 4 stops. You should park at the one where you think your journey will end. - Do I have to pay to park?
If you use Salt River Recreation's parking facility, it is free but you have to pay for the bus trip. If you park in the public lot, the state charges a fee. - Can I bring a kayak?
You can bring any non-motorized apparatus, but if you use Salt River Recreation buses they won't let you on unless it's a rubber or vinyl floating apparatus, like a tube or a small raft. - Does the river ever close?
Well, the river doesn't close, but the roads do. On busy days, like Memorial Day weekend and 4th of July weekend especially, the road gets pretty packed and the authorities will close it. Get there early! - Is it possible to get lost on the river?
No, not on the river. All floating leads to the same place. Now if you get off the river and wander off in a drunken stupor... - Can I go tubing on the Salt River if I am handicapped?
It is important to recognize that people who tube on the Salt must be able to get in and out of the water by themselves, and be able to extricate themselves if they get caught on something or someone. - Is tubing the Salt River a good activity for families?
Honestly, it would be best on a Monday through Thursday, when all the rowdy, profane, liquored up people are doing something else. - Do people ever get hurt?
Yes. Drownings happen occasionally, but more often than not people get hurt because they don't realize how much they have had to drink, floating out in the sun for hours.
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Page 2: Salt River Tubing Tips
Page 3: Salt River Tubing FAQ
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