CONWAY RIVER TUBE FIELD GUIDE
A Full-Day Float from Saco Bound to The Landing — 10.2 Miles of Family-Friendly Rapids and Riverfront Camping
A 5–6 hour full-day river outing offering tubing, canoeing, and kayaking with rental gear, a pre-launch shuttle, and a scenic private campground finish.
A Full-Day Float from Saco Bound to The Landing — 10.2 Miles of Family-Friendly Rapids and Riverfront Camping.
This is a longer-day river trip down the Saco that lets families and groups spend most of the day on the water. Choose river tubing, canoeing, or kayaking and run a series of fun, small rapids before finishing at a private 25-site campground with river access; rentals, a river map and briefing, and parking are provided.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A relaxed 10.2-mile float with playful rapids
The full-day route covers roughly 10.2 miles and is designed for a long, social day on the water with stretches of small rapids that keep the trip lively while remaining family-friendly.
Finish at a private, riverfront campground
The trip concludes at a scenic private campground with 25 sites, offering dedicated river access and an easy place to gather after the float.
Rental gear, shuttle service and river briefing included
Rentals are available for tubes, canoes, kayaks and SUPs; the operator provides a river map, a briefing, private river access and parking, plus a pre-trip shuttle to set you on the water.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Begin with a short pre-trip shuttle, spend several hours drifting, paddling and running small rapids in mixed vessels, and end at a private campground where the group can pull off the river and relax — a full day that prioritizes ease, safety and time together.
THE RIVER
A relaxed 10.2-mile float with playful rapids
The full-day route covers roughly 10.2 miles and is designed for a long, social day on the water with stretches of small rapids that keep the trip lively while remaining family-friendly.
THE CAMP
Finish at a private, riverfront campground
The trip concludes at a scenic private campground with 25 sites, offering dedicated river access and an easy place to gather after the float.
THE LOGISTICS
Rental gear, shuttle service and river briefing included
Rentals are available for tubes, canoes, kayaks and SUPs; the operator provides a river map, a briefing, private river access and parking, plus a pre-trip shuttle to set you on the water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan for approximately 5–6 hours on the water; total time varies by craft and group speed.
Bring swimwear, sun protection and any personal flotation preferences; rentals and a river map are provided and the operator offers bring-your-own options for kayaks, canoes and inflatables.
Equipment available includes river tubes, canoes, tandem and touring kayaks, recreational kayaks and SUPs; addons include floating coolers, tote bags, dry bags and optional rental insurance.
The trip finishes at a private 25-site campground with river access and parking; campground fees apply per person, per night and prime weekends may require a two-night minimum.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The full-day trip is approximately 5–6 hours; actual duration depends on your choice of rental (paddle craft travel faster than tubes).
When does the shuttle depart?
The listing notes a pre-shuttle time of 9:15 for the float-to-your-car setup.
What equipment is included?
Rental equipment, a river map and a briefing are included; a range of craft is available for rent and bring-your-own options are accepted.
Are children allowed and is there child pricing?
Yes — child pricing is listed for ages 10 and under for river tube rentals.
Where does the trip end?
The float concludes at a private 25-site campground with river access where guests can park and exit the river.
Are there extra fees for the campground or shuttle?
Campground fees are charged per person, per night; shuttle and per-craft shuttle fees and various rental rates and addons are listed in the operator’s pricing.