Great Bend Tubing Adventure in Burlington, NC

Quick Info

• Trip Shuttled Tubing
• Duration 1-3 Hours
• Guides None
• Difficulty Beginner-Friendly
• Ages 5+
• Meets At Glencoe (near Burlington)

About

Take a breather and float the Haw on high-quality, durable tubes! After checking in at Great Bend Park and receiving an inflated tube, life jacket, and optional paddle, guests will ride a short shuttle to the Indian Valley access, where staff will assist with putting in. Starting with a fun slide through the dam bypass tunnel, guests then have a 1 mile lazy river float back to the Great Bend Park take-out. From there, guests have just a short (<5 min) hike back to the parking lot.

This trip is great for guests who just want a relaxing, rapid-less float down the Haw. With little development along the heavily forested banks, this section of the Haw is teeming with wildlife, from herons and osprey to turtles and mink! The dam bypass tunnel provides an exciting and unique start to an otherwise classic lazy river tubing experience.

The duration of this trip is affected by water levels. You may wish to review the usgs water level gauge to estimate how long you'll be on the water. Below 2.5 feet, the current will be very lazy and your trip will likely last over 2 hours. Over 4 feet, you can expect a faster, shorter float.

While we encourage hydration, please note that we do not allow glass or alcohol on the river.

All guests under the age of 18 that will not be accompanied by an adult should have a signed waiver from a parent/guardian. To fit into a life vest, all tubers should be over the age of 5 years and at least 30 lbs.

Cancelation Policy

A reservation can be rescheduled or canceled at least 24 hours in advance in order to receive full in-store credit towards a future trip or course. Cancellations or “no-shows” within 24 hours of a reservation will receive no credit or refund.

Photo Credit: Ben Clarke