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New River Tubing Trip

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Duration: 1 day

Features

Dog Friendly
Kid Friendly
Locally Owned
Beginner Friendly
Free Cancellation
Instant Book
$25 Tube All Day Unlimited Runs - tube and shuttle!
(Regular price $40)
$10 Rental Cooler Tube
$5 River Tube Paddle
(Enhance your river tubing experience, allowing for easy maneuvering and control)
$20 Rental Speaker - Rock the River!!
(One bluetooth speaker)
$20 Floating & Waterproof Phone Case
(Protect your phone - Yours to keep not a rental)
$20 Shuttle Tube-All Day-Inflated - Bring Your Own Tube
(Bring Your Own Tube! (Per person)(cooler tube is separate))
$5 Rental Cooler Tubes Shuttle - Bring Your Own
$32 Rental Speaker + Phone case
(Save $8 when you buy the package and keep the phone case!)

Description

South Fork New River Tubing Trip in Todd, North Carolina

Looking for the ultimate way to unwind in the North Carolina mountains? Grab a tube and enjoy a laid-back float down the gentle, scenic waters of the South Fork of the New River. Located just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway in Todd, NC, this slow-moving river offers the perfect setting for a refreshing day on the water.
Drift past wildflower-covered banks, watch for birds overhead, and take in the stunning mountain views as you relax in your own personal tube. Whether you're looking for a peaceful solo float or a fun outing with family and friends, tubing the New River is a must-do Western NC experience.
How It Works:
Start your day at our New River Outpost. After checking in, you’ll gear up with your tube (and optional cooler tube or Bluetooth speaker), then catch a short shuttle ride upstream. From there, kick back and enjoy a 2–3 hour float that brings you right back to the outpost. Want more? Your all-day pass lets you go again!

Duration

Duration: All Day Pass

Float Time: 2 - 3 Hours; then go again!

Location / Where to Meet

New River Outpost

Please arrive at least 15 minutes early.

Ages & Requirements

All ages welcome! However, gf you have young kids in your party, we recommend our New River Paddling Trip for the best experience.

What's Included

  1. River tubes
  2. Shuttle to the river put-in 
  3. Access to Wahoo’s 6-acre riverfront property for picnicking and relaxing

Not Included

  1. Guides (this is a self-guided trip)
  2. Meals or snacks (picnic areas available—feel free to bring your own!)
  3. Gratuities for your driver (optional but appreciated)
  4. Transportation to/from the River Outpost
Optional Add-Ons:
  1. Rental Speakers
  2. Waterproof Phone Cases
  3. River Tube Paddles - Enhance your river tubing experience, allowing for easy maneuvering and control

What to Bring

  1. Swimming trunks or quick-dry shorts
  2. Tevas, Chacos, or old tennis shoes (sandals must have a heel strap)
  3. Cotton t-shirts are fine on hot days, but are not recommended during colder trips
  4. Polyester, fleece, polypropylene, or wool materials are great for keeping warm on cold days
  5. Dry clothes for after your river adventure, including dry shoes
  6. Towel to dry off at the end of the day
  7. Sunscreen to protect your skin
  8. Sunglasses
  9. Reusable water bottle
  10. Epipens, insulin, or any medications that should accompany you on your trip — each of our professional guides carries a dry bag or a cooler in which your medications can be stored.
  11. If you are canoeing or kayaking, be sure to bring your cooler full of eats and drinks – NO GLASS!

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FAQs

How does the shuttle work?

After checking in at our outpost, we’ll shuttle you upstream to the launch point. From there, you’ll paddle back downstream to where you started—no need to coordinate your own transportation!

Can I bring my own tube?

Of course! If you already have your own tube, you can select the "bring your own tube" option at checkout and pay just the shuttle price.

Can I bring food or drinks?

Yes, feel free to pack snacks or lunch in a small cooler or dry bag. Just remember to pack out all trash, following Leave No Trace principles, to keep the river beautiful.

Can I bring my dog?

Your dog can join you for your adventure on the New River in Todd, NC.

I am staying in Boone, Blowing Rock, or Asheville. How far away is the outpost from where I will be staying?

Distance from nearest cities:

  • Boone, NC - 9 miles / 20 minutes
  • Blowing Rock, NC - 17 miles / 30 minutes
  • Ashville, NC - 95 miles / 2 hours

What should I do with my valuables?

Please leave any valuables (watches, cell phones, jewelry, wallets, etc.) in your car, which will be safely parked at one of our river outposts.

What if it's raining?

Trips go rain or shine.

Cancellation Policy

For parties of 9 or below:

A full refund will be given in the following circumstances: 1) Wahoos cancels your trip or 2) If you cancel on or before 31 days of your trip date and time.
  • A 50% refund will be given if you cancel between 15 to 30 days of your trip date and time.

  • No refund will be given if you cancel within 14 days of your trip date and time.

  • Rebookings - if you cancel between 8 to 14 days of your trip date and time, you will be allowed to rebook your trip to a date and time during the current Wahoos season which ends on October 31 of each year. If you cancel within 7 days of your bookings, you may rebook within the current season, however, your rebooking will be subject to a rebooking fee.

For group bookings (10 or more)
* A full refund will be given in the following circumstances: 1) Wahoos cancels your trip or 2) If you cancel at least 45 days before your group trip date and time.
  • A 50% refund will be given if you cancel between 31 to 44 days of your group trip date and time.

  • No refund will be given if you cancel on or after 30 days prior to your group trip date and time.

  • Rebookings - If you cancel between 15 to 30 days of your group trip date and time, you will be allowed to rebook your trip to a date and time during the current Wahoos season which ends on October 31 of each year. If you cancel within 14 days of your group booking date and time, you may rebook within the same season, however, your rebooking will be subject to a rebooking fee.

Payments: A $200 deposit is due at the time of booking which is applied to your total group trip fee. 50% of the total group booking fee is due 45 days prior to the group trip date and time. The balance of any trip fee is due 30 days prior to your group trip date and time.

In all cases, Wahoos reserves the right to charge any balance due on your trip fee to the credit card on file at the completion of your trip.

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Location

Address

3385 S US Highway 321

Boone, NC, 28607

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