What to Wear River Tubing (Avoid These CommonMistakes)

Wear quick-dry clothing like a swimsuit or athletic wear and secure shoes such as water shoes or sandals with straps. Avoid flip flops, denim, and anything you don’t want to lose or get wet.

If you’re planning a tubing trip, one of the most important questions is:

What should I wear river tubing?

It seems simple… until you show up uncomfortable, cold, or chasing a lost flip flop down the river.

After years of helping thousands of guests prepare, we’ve seen exactly what works—and what can quickly turn into a frustrating day.

Here’s how to get it right.

What to Wear Tubing (The Right Way)

Quick-Dry Clothing is Best

Stick with:

• Swimsuits
• Athletic shorts
• Lightweight shirts or sun shirts

Denim is NOT your friend—it stays wet, heavy, and uncomfortable all day.

Wear Shoes That Stay On Your Feet

This is one of the most common mistakes we see. Flip flops. Loose sandals. They fall off—and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Instead, wear:

• Chacos
• Tevas
• Keens
• Water shoes

What NOT to Wear Tubing

What NOT to Wear Tubing

It sounds obvious, but people still bring:

• Nice outfits
• Jewelry
• Expensive accessories

If it can’t get wet, don’t bring it.

Loose Items

Phones, keys, sunglasses… We’ve seen it all end up in the river.

And trust us—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

The #1 Thing People Regret Not Preparing For

Their phone.

Many guests assume:

• “My phone is water-resistant”
• “I’ll just hold onto it”

Phones don’t float. Every season, people lose phones in the river

The Easy Fix (That Guests LOVE)

We sell 100% waterproof, floating phone cases at our outpost so you can:

• Take photos on the river
• Play music
• Relax knowing your phone is safe

It’s one of those small things that makes a huge difference in your day.

Want to Bring Music? You Can.

One of the best parts of tubing is the vibe. Floating, relaxing, laughing with your group… Add music, and it gets even better.

You can:

• Bring your own speaker
• Or rent a waterproof speaker right at our outpost

What to Bring for the Best Experience

Guests who have the best day usually bring:

• Drinks and snacks
• A cooler (we offer cooler tubes to hold it)
• A change of clothes (we have changing rooms on-site)

After the River: Don’t Rush Off

Here’s something many first-time tubers don’t expect… The day doesn’t have to end when the float ends.

Our outpost is designed as a park-like setting where you can:

• Sit by the river
• Relax with your group
• Let the kids play

And when you’re ready for a treat: We serve hand-dipped ice cream, plus snacks and soft drinks. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your time on the water—or take a break before going again.

The Real Secret to a Great Tubing Day

What you wear matters. But what matters more is this:

Not feeling rushed.

With an all day tubing experience, you can:

• Float
• Take a break
• Eat, relax, hang out
• And go again whenever you want

That’s when tubing goes from “something fun to do” to:

the best part of your trip

Ready to Go Tubing?

If you want a day that’s:

• Easy
• Relaxing
• Flexible
• And actually enjoyable from start to finish

Book your tubing near Boone, NC and enjoy a full all day tubing experience.