CONWAY RIVER TUBE FIELD GUIDE
Three Miles of Easy River Tubing to Weston's Beach on the Saco
A gentle, family-friendly float: a roughly 3-mile, ~3-hour tube trip with shuttle service, private access, and sandy beaches along the Saco River.
Three Miles of Easy River Tubing to Weston's Beach on the Saco.
This is Weston's most popular Saco River float: a relaxed, family-focused tube trip that follows a mild, roughly 3 MPH current through crystal-clear water, past swimming holes and stretches of sand, finishing at the big, sandy Weston's Beach where a frequent shuttle returns you to the launch.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A gentle 3-mile float
The trip covers about three miles on a mild current—slow enough for families and younger kids to relax, swim, and stop at sandy beaches along the way.
Weston's Beach: swimming and picnics
The float ends at Weston's Beach, a large sandy shore that serves as the trip’s favored pick-up and day-use spot for sunning, picnicking, and swimming.
Shuttle and private access
Operator-provided shuttle service (running nearly every hour in season) and private river access make logistics straightforward so you can focus on floating and scenery.
What the day feels like
What the float feels like
Expect an easy, unhurried drift down clear water at about 3 MPH, punctuated by shallow swimming holes and sandy beach stops; the trip is designed for relaxation, family swims, and a leisurely three-hour outing with equipment, maps, and PFDs provided by the operator.
THE ROUTE
A gentle 3-mile float
The trip covers about three miles on a mild current—slow enough for families and younger kids to relax, swim, and stop at sandy beaches along the way.
THE DESTINATION
Weston's Beach: swimming and picnics
The float ends at Weston's Beach, a large sandy shore that serves as the trip’s favored pick-up and day-use spot for sunning, picnicking, and swimming.
THE SERVICE
Shuttle and private access
Operator-provided shuttle service (running nearly every hour in season) and private river access make logistics straightforward so you can focus on floating and scenery.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this float suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Approximately a three-hour float over roughly three miles on a mild (~3 MPH) current.
Rental equipment, a river map and briefing, private river access and parking, and PFDs for adults and kids are included with bookings.
Options include a Floating Gear Tote (addon) and optional insurance for rentals; a BYO-inflatable option is available at a separate rate.
Real-time inventory controls availability—if kids’ tubes are sold out you may be able to use an adult bottom tube as a replacement.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the float?
The trip is approximately three hours long.
How far do we float?
The float covers roughly three miles on the Saco River.
Are life jackets provided?
Yes—PFDs for adults and kids are provided with the rental.
Can I bring my own inflatable?
Yes—there is a 'Bring Your Own Inflatable' option available (priced separately).
What if kids’ tubes are sold out when I book?
If kids’ tubes are sold out it is acceptable to replace them with an adult bottom tube.
Is shuttle service available?
Yes—the operator runs a pickup shuttle nearly every hour in season to return guests to the launch.