The summer heat beckons adults and kids alike to enjoy the water and revisit fun activities like floating and tubing. Ontario has many slow-flowing rivers that are safe and surrounded by some of the province’s best examples of nature, and this list will direct you to the best places to go tubing.
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Vermillion River, Chelmsford (Chillin’ N Tubing)
Float down the amazing Vermillion River in Chelmsford with Chillin’ N Tubing. This float is between 2.5 – 4 hours long and you’ll be providing with high-quality tubes and a chance to swim.
2023 Season: Opening on July 1, 2023
Cost: $8.00 for the 36 inch blue kids tube, $18 for 42 inch kids tube with cup holder, seat and back rest, $28 for 54 Inch adult tube with cup holder, seat and back rest and $23 for a cooler tube.
Address: 5727 Nickel Offset Rd, Chelmsford
Phone: 705-929 3055
Website
Saugeen River, Hanover
The Saugeen River was once an important barge route, but is now popular for fishing, as a canoe route, and for tubing. The Saugeen Springs RV Park provides tubing packages as well as simple rentals.
2023 Season: late June until Labour Day Weekend
Cost: $25/day for tube + life jacket, $5/day for life jacket only
Address: 173844 Mulock Rd, Hanover
Phone: 519-369-5136
Website
Muskrat River, Ottawa (O’Kenny River Tubing)
O’Kenny River Tubing, located on the beautiful banks of the Muskrat River, offers an exciting and safe river tubing adventure for nature enthusiasts. This tubing experience combines the thrill of exciting rapids with the tranquility of a lazy river. With a focus on providing gear, services, and information for a self-guided adventure, O’Kenny River Tubing invites visitors to enjoy the natural beauty and excitement of the Muskrat River.
2023 Season: May to Thanksgiving Weekend
Cost: $19.95 to $29 +tax; Early bird discounts available.
Address: O’Kenny River Tubing, 2 International Drive, Pembroke
Phone: 613 281-1825
Website
Grand River, Cambridge (Tubing the Grand)
Cambridge’s section of the Grand River is the closest tubing adventure to Toronto. This wonderful scenic launch site takes tubers 8-kilometres down the Grand River, while Tubing the Grand provides an adventure through Eagle Habitat and the heart of a 1000-acre nature reserve.
2023 Season: Opens in June
Cost: $38 plus HST; Children Under 10 – $34
Youth 10 to 16 – $36
Address: 780 Fountain St. South in Cambridge
Phone: 519-241-5853
Website
Bingemans Lazy River Tubing (Grand Experiences)
Float down a relaxing section of the Grand River, with scenic forests, located in heart of Southern Ontario, on Grand River starting at Bingemans Campground Resort & Entertainment Centre in Kitchener. Splash & have fun with friends or relax & view Great Blue Herons, Ospreys, ducks and turtles as you float downstream, for an unbelievable natural experience close to home.
2023 Season: Between: Jun 7, 2023 and Sep 10, 2023
Cost: $40.95
Address: Bingemans Campground Resort & Entertainment Centre, 425 Bingemans Centre Dr, Kitchener
Phone: 1-888-258-0441
Website
Grand River, Elora (Elora Gorge Park)
The Elora section of the Grand River is a fantastic tubing spot that runs past 22-metre-high cliffs and scenic hiking routes towering above the river.
2023 Season: mid-June until Labour Day.
Cost: Tubing registration fee $17.70 + taxes; Equipment rental package: $46.46 + taxes
Address: 7400 Wellington County Rd. 21, Elora
Phone: 519-846-9742
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Grand River, Paris
Well, as you might have noticed, there are many options to go lazy river tubing on the Grand River.
If you want to enjoy tubing around Paris and Brant, then book a trip with Grand River Rafting. They offer various options along the River.
2023 Season: May 18, 2023 onwards
- Glen Morris to Paris 11.5 km: $39 per person plus HST.
- Paris to Brant Park 13 km: $39 per person plus HST.
- Five Oaks to Brant Park: 2-hour tubing route of 5km is $33 per person plus HST
Big Creek Tubing, Port Rowan
Grand River Rafting Company also offers another tubing experience in Port Rowan along Big Creek. According to the website, you can enjoy eagle sightings as you are float (you will need to paddle) through the creek meandering through the forest.
Opens: June 10, 2023
Cost: $39 per person, plus tax
Address: 1048 Long Point Rd, Port Rowan
Phone: (519) 442-2519
Gull River, Minden Hills (Minden River Run)
The Gull River is located in the Algonquin Highlands and Haliburton County and provides a tranquil tubing experience. Typically, the Minden River Run provides the equipment for a lovely float down the river.
2023 Season: TBA
Cost: TBA
Address: 18 Water St, Minden
Phone: 905-924-2635
Website
Welland Recreational Canal
Welland Recreational Canal is the site of the annual Welland Floatfest which set a Guinness World Record for the longest line of inflatables. This summer, join for Welland Floatfest on July 3rd. You can float from the Welland Scuba Park at the Lincoln Street docks along the Welland Recreational Canal to just south of the floating stage near Division Street Bridge.
Kaministiquia River, Thunder Bay (River Rat Rentals)
The Kaministiquia River, also known as the Kam River, is a natural beauty for a relaxing day out on the water. River Rat Rentals provides tube and transportation to the starting point for a comprehensive no-fuss experience.
2023 Season: Closed for 2023 season
Cost: TBA
Address: 707 HarstoneDr, Kakabeka Falls
Phone: 807-473-9117
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