When you picture an exciting and kaleidoscopic adventure, is tubing in Bryson City, NC, part of that vision? The recently reinvigorated residents of this acceptably odd Southern Appalachian mountain town can’t wait to share with you some spectacu-lar river fun. Overflowing with laughter and beauty, the refreshing waters of this adventure-sculpted river are made for exploration by all kinds of adventurers—families, friends, and soloists, too. So go ahead and disconnect for a few hours while you float downriver in gloriously chill, mountain-cooled waters. Then, use this mountain town as your base camp for exploration!
Top places to go tubing in Bryson City
Helpful hints for a safe and fun adventure
What equipment is necessary for an effective float?
When is the ideal time to go for a tubing trip?
Dive Right In: Where to Tube in Bryson City
The perfect tubing location may feel like the seeking of buried treasure, but we're laying it out right here. Deep Creek in Bryson City is the tubing spot, blessed with uncomplicated and fun rapids and crystal-clear water. Envision yourself calmly floating beneath a leafy green canopy, with only a tube and the skills of the average kindergarten boy/ girl to keep you right side up between you and the open air.
At times, the Tuckasegee River gets overlooked, but it is just as delightful as any other river. It doesn't have brown water pouring over smooth, granite rocks in 5-mile-per-hour class III+ rapids. Instead, the Tuck tumbles softly over small ledges in the type of water that even novices can navigate. No one capsize! That makes it great for family tubing and for lining up with friends and trying to form a human chain, or for using your imagination and pretending the flip you're about to take into the water is a belly-to-the-ground leap off a small waterfall.
Safety is an important consideration to factor in now. Think of it as packing sunscreen. It is a nonnegotiable necessity for a safe day on the water. Even though tubing is an activity with a super chill vibe, the weather and water can be unpredictable and downright tumultuous. So, here’s the lowdown:
Wear a Personal Flotation Device: PFDs are essential, even for the best swimmers.
Check Out the Weather and Water Conditions: Check to see that there are no impending thunderstorms. These can and do raise river levels in a hurry.
Wear River Shoes: These shoes are essential river-walking gear. You will not get traction on this riverbed.
Consider these recommendations like fastening your seatbelt before heading out on a road trip.
Gear Up for Fun!
It is serious business to ensure that the essentials are not forgotten. Below is a list of six essentials, in no particular order, that should definitely not be lost during any trip: 1. The wallet. 2. The keys. 3. The phone. 4. The glasses. 5. The mask. 6. The what else?
Drifting with the current, sergeant's orders not withstanding, a trip without forgetting the mask seems too lovely not to imagine. Yet, amidst such loveliness, forget not the worry about the essentials. And do worry about them, as breezy as it may seem; worrying is part of the prescription for the appearance of ease. The kind that really helps prevent you from being seen in a predicament by the sun, moon, or astronauts in space.
Can everything be made to taste sweeter just by timing? From late spring to late summer, around May to August, tubing in Bryson City can almost be guaranteed to be a wonderful experience. The water at that time is refreshingly cool—not too cold but perfectly temped to perk up a person's mood. And the appearance of the place? August is practically the peak month of the summer for appearance. In the months from June to August, it's almost impossible for the places around N.C. to not be beautiful!
Tubing in Bryson City is an adventure that you must not miss. From locating the ideal spots to ensuring safety is everyone's first priority, this guide should get you revved up for a river journey that you'll long remember. Can't get enough thrills? Our itinerary will send you rocketing down the Nantahala. Want a mellow float instead? You can glide on the Tuckasegee in the company's second river tub. Whichever you choose, Smoky Mountain Stays makes it quick and easy to find yourself on top of a tube.
