8 Lazy Rivers In Ohio That Are Perfect For Tubing On A Summer’s Day
By April Dray|Updated on April 03, 2023(Originally published April 01, 2023)
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April is the Ohio staff writer for Only in Your State. She is an Ohio native with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. With more than 10 years of writing experience and a background in news reporting for Ohio newspapers, she's published pieces in multiple print and online publications. When she's not on deadline or chasing after her toddler, she's hunting for hidden gems in Ohio or getting lost in a good book.
Summer days were meant to be spent on the water, tubing in Ohio.
Here in Ohio, we’ve got several lakes and rivers that are perfect for lazy river tubing in Ohio. Tubing in Ohio is a relaxing way to catch some rays and embrace the summer season. It doesn’t require any special skill (other than the ability to swim) but it gets you outside. The following are 8 natural lazy rivers in Ohio that are perfect for tubing on a hot summer’s day. See which ones you’ll want to add to your summer bucket list:
Little Miami Canoe Rental features a 2-mile tube trip along the Little Miami River. (Note: The canoe rental features two locations along the river. To go tubing, you'll want to visit the Oregonia location.) Tubing prices start at $14 per tube. Address: 225 Corwin Road, Oregonia, OH, 45054
NTR Canoe Livery features a 2.5-mile tube trip down the Tuscarawas River. Prices start at $16 per adult and $11 for children 12 and under. Extended tube trips and multiple-day passes are available. Address: 11358 State Route 212 Northeast Bolivar, OH, 44612
In addition to kayak, canoe, and raft rentals, you can rent a tube for $15 per person to take down the Mohican River. This trip takes about 4-5 hours and is available until 2 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day, depending on the weather and water conditions. Address: 3045 State Route 3, South Loudonville, OH, 44842
For $15 per person, you can tube down the Great Miami River. (Kids 10 and under are 50% off.) Raft, paddleboard, canoe, and kayak rentals are also available. Reservations must be made in advance for groups of 20 or more. Address: 1995 Ross Road, Tipp City, OH, 45371
While kayak and canoe rentals are popular along the Hocking River, Hocking Hills Adventures also offers tubing in Ohio. This trip also takes about 4-5 hours and is available until 2 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day, depending on the weather and water conditions. Tubes are $17 per person. Address: 31251 Chieftain Drive, Logan, OH, 43138
6. Whitewater River (Harrison)
10465 Suspension Bridge Rd, Harrison, OH 45030, USA
Take a 3-mile trip down the Whitewater River via Green Acres Canoe and Kayak Rental for a picture-perfect summer's day. The trip takes about 3 hours to complete with tube rentals at $21.75 per person. Address: 10465 Suspension Bridge Road, Harrison, OH, 45030
Leisurely float down the Cuyahoga River for 1.5 - 2 hours along this scenic trip. Crooked River Adventures offers tube rentals for $13 per person. Reservations are not required but are encouraged during the summer months. Address: 100 Stow Street, Kent, OH, 44240
Birch Bark Canoe Livery offers both a 5-mile and 2.5-mile trip down the Mad River in central Ohio. Tube prices for the 5-mile trip are $15 per person and $10 per person for the 2.5-mile trip. Reservations are required ahead of time. Address: 1455 River Road, Urbana, OH, 43078
What other rivers would you add to this list? Have you ever been tubing in Ohio on any of these rivers before? If so, let us know what your experience was like. Share your thoughts and photos with us in the comments!
