Recently Featured in Kidding Around Greenville’s 2026 Tubing Guide
May 27, 2026

Proud To Be Featured by Kidding Around Greenville

At Saluda Outdoor River Company, we’ve always believed some of the best summer memories are made outside — floating down the river with friends, laughing with family, and cooling off on a hot Upstate day.


That’s why we’re incredibly proud to share that we were recently featured by one of the Upstate’s favorite family resources, Kidding Around Greenville, in their guide to river tubing near Greenville, SC. Their article highlighted Saluda Outdoor River Company as one of the top places for tubing near Greenville and one of the closest tubing adventures to downtown Greenville.


Why This Recognition Means So Much To Us


For years, families across the Upstate have turned to Kidding Around Greenville for trusted recommendations on fun things to do with kids, local adventures, and family-friendly experiences.


Being featured by a trusted Greenville resource means a lot to our team because our mission has always been simple:

Create a fun, relaxing, family-friendly river tubing experience close to Greenville.


In their review, Kidding Around Greenville highlighted several things we work hard to provide every guest, including:

  • One of the closest river tubing adventures to Greenville
  • A relaxing float perfect for families and groups
  • Shuttle service and an easy tubing experience
  • Family-friendly fun just minutes from downtown Greenville
  • A unique outdoor activity to cool off during the summer months

One of the Closest Tubing Adventures to Greenville

One thing we hear all the time from guests:


“I had no idea tubing this close to Greenville existed!”

Many river tubing trips require long drives into the mountains, but Saluda Outdoor River Company is located just minutes from downtown Greenville, making it one of the easiest outdoor adventures in the Upstate. Kidding Around Greenville even noted we’re one of the closest tubing experiences to Greenville for families looking for a quick summer escape.

Whether you’re from Greenville, Easley, Anderson, or just visiting the Upstate, tubing the Saluda River is an easy way to turn an ordinary summer weekend into something memorable.


Why Families Love Floating With Us

We work hard to create an experience that feels easy, fun, and stress-free.


Guests love:

  • Relaxing floats on the beautiful Saluda River
  • Family-friendly tubing adventures
  • Group outings for churches, camps, birthdays, and friends
  • Shuttle transportation included
  • Convenient online booking
  • A summer activity that gets everyone off their phones and outside

And yes — dogs are welcome too. 🐶


Thank You, Greenville!

We’re incredibly grateful to Kidding Around Greenville for featuring us and to every family, friend group, church, and visitor who has floated with us over the years.

If you’re looking for one of the best summer activities near Greenville, SC, we’d love to see you on the river this season.


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Updated Tubing Hours for the Remainder of the 2026 Season

By Perry Henderson • August 12, 2026
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Make One Last Splash Before School Starts: Plan Your Saluda River Float Today

By Perry Hednerson • July 24, 2026
Summer always seems to fly by, and before you know it, backpacks are packed, alarm clocks are set, and busy schedules take over. If you've been meaning to enjoy a relaxing day on the Saluda River, now is the perfect time to make it happen.  Starting Thursday, August 13 , Saluda Outdoor River Company will be closed on Thursdays for the remainder of the 2026 season as we transition into our late-summer and fall schedule. We'll still be open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday , giving you plenty of opportunities to enjoy one more unforgettable float before summer officially winds down. Beat the Back-to-School Rush The weeks leading up to the start of school are some of the best times to get outside and make lasting memories. Whether you're planning a family outing, gathering friends for one last adventure, or simply looking for a relaxing day on the river, tubing is the perfect way to soak up the last days of summer. There's nothing quite like floating down the Saluda River with sunshine overhead, cool water below, and nowhere you need to be. Make It a Back-to-School Tradition Before homework, sports practices, and packed calendars take over, spend a day unplugging and enjoying nature together. A river float is a simple way to: Spend quality time with family and friends Enjoy one last summer adventure Relax before busy school schedules begin Experience one of the Upstate's favorite outdoor activities New Schedule Beginning August 13 Beginning Thursday, August 13 , our operating schedule will be: Friday: Open Saturday: Open Sunday: Open Monday – Thursday: Closed This seasonal schedule allows us to continue providing the best possible experience while matching the shift into the back-to-school season. Reserve Your Spot Early As families squeeze in their final summer outings, weekends can fill quickly. If you've been waiting to book your float, now is a great time to secure your preferred date. Whether you're visiting from Greenville, Easley, Travelers Rest, Spartanburg, or anywhere in the Upstate, we're ready to help you enjoy one more relaxing day on the river. See You on the River! Summer isn't over just yet—but it is winding down. Gather your friends, pack the sunscreen, and come make one last splash before school starts. We look forward to helping you create one more unforgettable summer memory on the Saluda River. Book your tubing adventure today and float with us before summer floats away!