Pontoons, Tow Lines, and Eight Hours of River Time out of Fort Pierre

FORT PIERRE RIVER TUBE FIELD GUIDE

Pontoons, Tow Lines, and Eight Hours of River Time out of Fort Pierre

A concise guide to Fun Time Rentals’ 8-hour tube rental—an add-on tow-behind pontoon experience for groups who want a full day floating the river.

Pontoons, Tow Lines, and Eight Hours of River Time out of Fort Pierre.

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Location
Fort Pierre
Operator
Fun Time Rentals
Category
River Tube
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Settle into a comfortable tube and spend a full day drifting the river outside Fort Pierre, South Dakota. Fun Time Rentals offers an eight-hour floating experience—tubes provided and towed behind one of the operator’s boat rentals—designed for groups of friends and family looking for an easy, social day on the water.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE DURATION

A true full-day float — 8 hours

This is an eight-hour outing: long enough for a relaxed, social day on the water and to make the most of a tow-behind tube setup.

THE GEAR

Comfortable tubes and a tow-behind setup

The operator supplies comfortable tubes meant to be towed behind one of the rental boats or pontoons, creating a straightforward float experience without needing your own specialized equipment.

THE SOCIAL

Bring friends and family — adult renter required

The format is explicitly social—designed for groups—but note that a renter must be 21 or older to book the tubes.

What the day feels like

How the day feels

The day unfolds simply: board at the operator’s pontoon, clip into a comfortable tube, and let the tow line and current carry you along the river for an extended, easygoing float. Expect long stretches of sunlit, social drifting punctuated by the occasional slow pull from the rental boat—an approachable river day that emphasizes relaxation and group time.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this is best for — and who should take note of the age restriction.

1
Groups of friendsIdeal for groups looking for a social, full-day float provided at the pontoon; booking requires an adult (21+) renter.
2
FamiliesA family-friendly format in spirit—families can participate as long as the person who makes the rental reservation meets the 21+ requirement.
3
Solo adultsSolo travelers who are 21 or older can rent and join the outing; the service is structured around the operator’s pontoon and tow setup.
4
Under-21 guestsNot eligible to rent—someone 21 or older must make the rental reservation.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to expect

Tubes are provided by the operator and intended to be used as a tow-behind add-on to the operator’s pontoons or rental boats.

Logistics

This product is offered as an add-on to pontoons and boat rentals through Fun Time Rentals; tubing relies on the operator’s tow setup.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tube rental?

The tube rental is an eight-hour experience.

Who can rent the tubes?

A renter must be 21 years of age or older to rent the tubes.

Are the tubes towed behind a boat?

Yes — the tubes are towed behind one of the operator’s boat rentals.

Is this a standalone rental or an add-on?

This tubing option is offered as an add-on to the operator’s pontoons and boat rentals.

Who operates the tube rental and where is it located?

The operator is Fun Time Rentals and the activity takes place in Fort Pierre, South Dakota.