ERROL RIVER TUBE FIELD GUIDE
Hike, Picnic and Plunge: Tubing the Androscoggin out of Errol
Half-day, full-day and multi-day tube rentals from Northern Waters Outfitters let you picnic by the river, hike your tube up a half-mile class II stretch, and float for as long as you like.
Hike, Picnic and Plunge: Tubing the Androscoggin out of Errol.
Escape the heat on the Androscoggin River outside Errol: choose whole- or half-day rentals (or stretch it into multiple days), pack a lunch for a riverside picnic, and tailor your trip by hiking your tube upriver along a half-mile stretch of class II rapids to pick the length and character of each float.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Cool currents and class II rapids
The Androscoggin offers a balance of steady current and playful class II rapids—enough movement to keep the float lively while leaving plenty of time for relaxed paddling and sunlit picnics along the bank.
Half day, full day or multiple days
Rentals are offered in half- and whole-day formats with multi-day possibilities, so you can squeeze a quick cooling lap into a hot afternoon or build a full riverside picnic-and-explore outing.
Hike your tube to choose your float
A defining feature is the ability to hike your tube upriver along a roughly half-mile stretch of class II rapids—pick your launch spot and let each lap be as short or as long as you like, with waterfalls and scramble-friendly rock outcrops to chase between runs.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The outing moves at your tempo: arrive with a towel and lunch, choose a rental duration from quick laps to an all-day picnic, haul your tube upriver along a half-mile class II section to select a launch point, then drift and play through rapids and calm pools—repeating runs or padding downstream as the mood takes you.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this fits—and what the source does and does not specify about participant limits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rental options range from short 3-hour outings up to multi-day rentals, letting you plan anything from a quick cool-off to an extended riverside stay.
Bring a towel and a packed lunch for picnics by the water; basic personal items and sun protection are implied by the picnic-and-float format.
All rentals originate with Northern Waters Outfitters in Errol for pickup and return of tubes and equipment.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are tube rentals?
Rentals are offered from roughly 3 hours up to multi-day options, so you can pick a half-day lap or keep tubing for multiple days.
Where do I meet for the rental?
Meet at Northern Waters Outfitters in Errol to pick up tubes and any needed gear before heading to the river.
What kind of rapids will I encounter?
The route includes a roughly 1/2-mile stretch of class II rapids—enough to add excitement while remaining manageable for repeat laps and picnic breaks.
Can I hike my tube upriver to choose my launch spot?
Yes—the experience is designed so you can hike your tube upriver along about a half-mile of the river to select the length and character of each float.
What should I bring for the trip?
Bring a towel and a lunch for riverside picnicking; those two items are specifically recommended in the source.