RIVER TUBE RENTALS

Adventure in Horseshoe Bend, Idaho

PAYETTE RIVER TUBE RENTALS & SHUTTLE

New for 2025! Float the uncrowded waters of the Payette River. Enjoy the iconic summer activity of tubing down the gentle currents. Just 40 minutes from Eagle, this 2-3 hour float is the perfect summer escape, with sun-warmed water, easy logistics, and beautiful views along the way. Whether you're looking to relax with friends or cool off with the whole family, Payette River Tubing makes it simple: reserve online, pick up your gear, hop on the shuttle, and float back to your car.


Rentals and launches are open for pre-booking and walk-ins 11:00AM - 5:30PM, Friday - Sunday. Pick up tubes and jump in the river any time during this window.

Convenient Location

Our base in Horseshoe Bend is within easy reach of the Treasure Valley and conveniently located on Highway 55. Just 40 minutes from downtown Eagle, the Payette River is an undiscovered recreation gem!

Warm water

The sun-warmed waters of the Payette River are ideal for summer floating. Late summer water temperatures can be as warm as 70°F. The refreshing waters make for comfortable, relaxing, and enjoyable floating conditions.

Simple Logistics

Reserve your tube rental online, pick it up at our base, hop in the shuttle, relax with friends, splash, cool off, and float  back to your car. We make it so easy to enjoy the Payette River float. Walk-in rentals also welcome.

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What people are saying

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    "Payette River Tubing's rental process and included shuttle made the entire process super easy. The water was the perfect temperature and the views were great!" 

    Isabelle

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    "We had the BEST TIME tubing the Payette River! Everything went super smoothly and I loved that I was able to reserve my spots ahead of time."

    Ann

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    "This is the best way to spend an afternoon in the warm waters of the Payette River. It was scenic, relaxing, and magical."

    Ken

Tubing Rentals FAqs

  • When is Payette River Tubing open?

    Bookings are open daily online or by phone and Floating is available 11:00AM - 5:30PM Friday through Sunday. Custom times are available by request. 

  • When does the shuttle run?

    The shuttle runs from the tubing take-out to the Horseshoe Bend High School launch site every 45 minutes starting at 1:00PM and ending at 7:45PM.

  • What is included in the rental?

    Your rental includes one of our orange river tubes, a PFD, and a shuttle ticket. Your reservation also gives you access to our parking area, launch site, and private take-out.

  • Do I need to book ahead or can I walk in?

    Booking ahead ensures that you have tubes reserved for you, but it is not necessary. We welcome walk in bookings as long as tubes are available.

  • Where and how do I pick up my tube?

    You will park at the Horseshoe Bend High School, check in and pick up your tube. Our staff will direct you to the launch point, then you will connect with our scheduled shuttle service to get back to your car. Reserve your tubes ahead to ensure availability.

  • What should I wear for tubing?

    Something that can get wet! We reccomend sun protection (like a hat), quick drying fabric (like a bathing suit), and shoes. 

  • What should I bring for tubing?

    Everything you bring on the tubes with you will get wet. We reccomend sunscreen and waterbottles. If you want to bring a phone, camera, or other electronics you will need a waterproof case. We have phone cases available to purchase at the put-in. If you are bringing things in disposable containers you will need to have a way to pack-out. We practive leave no trace to preserve our senic Paytte River. Glass containers are prohibited on the river.

  • Can my kids go tubing?

    Tubing is a great family activity! All our tubes are single riders and the minimum age for participation is 10 years old. Children under 14 must wear a PFD at all times per state law and tubers must be able to to enter, navigate class I whitewater, and exit the water. 

  • Do I have to wear a life jacket?

    We strongly encourage wearing a Personal Floatation Device (PFD) at all times. State law requries that every floater has a PFD available for use on the water and children under 14 years old must wear one. A PFD is provided with your tube rental.

  • What should I do with my car keys?

    We have waterproof bags available for purchase at the check-in and launch site for safe keeping of valuables. Everything you take with you will get wet, so we recommend a dry bag to keep your keys safe.

  • How far away is Payette River Tubing from Boise?

    Our tube rental is in Horseshoe Bend, 28 miles north of Eagle. We recommend budgeting an hour fro the drive from Boise. 

  • What kind of tubes does Payette River Tubing use?

    We use Idaho's finest Aire river tubes. Aire tubes are designed specifically for river usage and manufactured in Meridian, Idaho. We are so excited to have such a high-quality local partner. Check out the Aire website here!

  • Can I bring my own tube and just use the shuttle service?

    In order to use the shutte service you must reserve a spot on the bus. You must check in with our staff at the Horseshoe Bend High School and get a $10 shuttle ticket. Your shuttle ticket includes a PFD, if you do not have one, and access to our launch site and private take-out.