RIDGEVILLE RIVER TUBE FIELD GUIDE
All-Day Floating on the World’s Longest Free-Flowing Lazy River at Givhans Ferry
Spend a full day floating on weekends and holidays in 2025 — launches begin at 9:00 a.m., the last float departs at 2:30 p.m., and you must arrive for final check‑in by 2:20 p.m.
All-Day Floating on the World’s Longest Free-Flowing Lazy River at Givhans Ferry.
At Givhans Ferry State Park outside Ridgeville, Edisto River Adventures runs an all‑day float pass that turns a river day into a deliberate, easygoing ritual: long, sandy‑bottomed drifts, repeated trips downstream via shuttle, and a lively outpost on the sandbar for swimming, games and music. The pass is offered on weekends and holidays in 2025 and is built for people who want to arrive early and spend the day on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A lazy river built for lingering
Float along the world’s longest free‑flowing lazy river with a sandy bottom from entry to exit — the setting encourages multiple leisurely runs and long afternoons on the water.
Sandbar social life and games
The outpost is set up for return visits: a sandbar for swimming and space for volleyball, cornhole and Jenga, with music and picnic areas that make it easy to reset between floats.
Tubes, shuttles and basic facilities
The all‑day pass includes a durable large tube and shuttle service so you can return to the launch for another run; basic facilities at the site include changing rooms, a shower and port‑o‑lets.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
Arrive at the Givhans Ferry check‑in and launch and slip into a large tube; drift downstream through long, sandy stretches, exit at the operator outpost, then hop the shuttle back to the launch to pick a fresh tube and do it again — a rhythm that encourages multiple floats and a full day of relaxation and play.
THE RIVER
A lazy river built for lingering
Float along the world’s longest free‑flowing lazy river with a sandy bottom from entry to exit — the setting encourages multiple leisurely runs and long afternoons on the water.
THE OUTPOST
Sandbar social life and games
The outpost is set up for return visits: a sandbar for swimming and space for volleyball, cornhole and Jenga, with music and picnic areas that make it easy to reset between floats.
THE SETUP
Tubes, shuttles and basic facilities
The all‑day pass includes a durable large tube and shuttle service so you can return to the launch for another run; basic facilities at the site include changing rooms, a shower and port‑o‑lets.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this pass suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Wear a bathing suit or shorts and pack sunscreen — you’ll be on the river all day. The operator supplies large tubes, and facilities at the site include changing rooms, a shower and port‑o‑lets.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When do all‑day floats run?
All‑day float passes run on weekends and holidays in 2025, with launches starting at 9:00 a.m.; the last float departs at 2:30 p.m. Be at check‑in by 2:20 p.m. for that final departure.
How long is a typical float?
Individual floats average about 2–3 hours depending on river levels, wind and party size.
Are personal tubes allowed?
No — personal tubes are not permitted; the pass includes a durable large tube provided by the operator.
What does the all‑day pass include?
The pass includes a durable large tube, shuttle service to return you to the launch for additional floats, access to the sandbar and onshore games, and basic facilities such as changing rooms and showers.
Is there an entrance fee to the state park?
Yes — Givhans Ferry State Park charges an entrance fee of $6 per adult with discounts for children and seniors; no additional discounts apply to the pass.
When should I arrive to maximize floating time?
Arrive as early as possible after launches begin at 9:00 a.m.; check‑in is open through the morning window and arriving early increases the number of floats you can make.