RINGGOLD RIVER TUBE FIELD GUIDE
Totally Tubular: A Ringgold River Party That Puts Kids, Cake, and Cold Drinks on the Current
A compact, operator-run tubing party in Ringgold that combines a guided float, shuttle logistics, pavilion time and party basics—useful for families planning a birthday on the water.
Totally Tubular: A Ringgold River Party That Puts Kids, Cake, and Cold Drinks on the Current.
The Tubing Party from Kayak Ringgold condenses a day of river fun into a tightly organized celebration: a 2–2.5 hour float experience that comes with tubes, shuttles and a reserved pavilion so you can bring a cake and eat dry-side between runs. It’s built around ease—equipment provided for the included tubers, an on-site pavilion window for party time, and simple rules so parents know who can ride alone and who needs an adult.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Pavilion Time, Your Food, and a Cold Treat
The package includes a 60-minute pavilion rental (15 minutes for decorating and 45 minutes for the party), and you’re welcome to bring your own cake, picnic or food. Each package also comes with 10 Icees for the group.
Tubes, Shuttles, and Life Jackets for Young Tubers
The Totally Tubular package supplies 10 tubes and shuttle service for the float, and includes life jackets for children under 13—making logistics simple for organizers and safer for families.
Built for Kids—With Clear Weight and Age Limits
Designed as a family-friendly party: tubers age 5 and up may ride in their own tube, while children under 5 must ride with an adult (and count as one tube); children under 40 lbs need to bring their own flotation since provided life jackets are rated for 40+ lbs.
What the day feels like
What the float feels like
The outing is brisk and social—a roughly two-hour on-water window framed by shuttle runs and a brief pavilion celebration. The operator supplies the hardware and handles shuttles so groups can focus on the simple pleasures: drifting, mild current, and the ritual of stopping to reload at the pavilion for cake and cold drinks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tubing party is made for—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The party experience runs roughly 2–2.5 hours in total.
You may bring your own cake, picnic or food; children under 40 lbs must bring a flotation device because provided life jackets are for 40+ lbs.
The base package covers 10 tubers, 10 Icees, shuttles, life jackets (for under 13s) and a 60-minute pavilion rental; check operator pricing for additional tubers and fees.
This party is run by Kayak Ringgold; confirm exact meeting point and departure details when you book.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tubing party?
The Tubing Party runs approximately 2–2.5 hours.
What’s included in the base package?
The package includes 10 tubes, 10 Icees, shuttle service, life jackets (for appropriate ages), and a 60-minute pavilion rental (15 minutes to decorate and 45 minutes for the party).
What are the age and weight rules for tubers?
Tubers age 5 and up may ride in their own tube; tubers under 5 must ride with an adult and count as one tube. Children under 40 lbs must bring a flotation device because provided life jackets are for 40+ lbs.
Are life jackets provided?
Yes—life jackets are provided for children under 13 as part of the package; check weight limits for those jackets.
How much does the party cost and what about extra tubers?
The base rate is $275 for the package; each additional tuber is $15 (additional tuber price does not include an Icee).
Can we bring our own food and cake?
Yes—you may bring your own cake, picnic or food to use during the pavilion party window.
Who operates the Tubing Party?
The Tubing Party is operated by Kayak Ringgold.