5th Annual Salt River Float

​Salt River Float Plan – May 28, 2026

​RSVP no later than May 14th

​The float takes place on the Salt River, northeast of Mesa in Tonto National Forest.

​We will use Salt River Tubing (saltrivertubing.com) for transportation if needed. They offer tube rentals and shuttle service to multiple checkpoints. No parking pass is required at their lot.

​Game Plan

• ​Meet at Checkpoint #1

• ​Start floating at 10:00 AM

​If using Salt River Tubing transportation:

• ​Arrive before 9:00 AM

• ​Take their shuttle to Checkpoint #1

​Float + Lunch Schedule

​10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Float from Checkpoint #1 to #2

• ​Estimated time: 1.5 to 2 hours

​12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch at Pebble Beach Recreation Area

• ​We’ll grab shaded picnic tables right by the river

• ​Food is covered; we’re bringing plenty for everyone

• ​Not floating? This is the perfect spot to meet up

​Parking note: $8 Tonto Daily Pass (pay at the lot)

​1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Float from Checkpoint #2 to #4

• ​Estimated time: 2 to 2.5 hours

​3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Depart

• ​Shuttle available from Checkpoint #4 back to Salt River Tubing lot

​Arrival + Equipment Notes

• ​If renting or using shuttle service, arrive before 9:00 AM

• ​You can bring your own tube- Tube from Amazon or Big 5 [amazon.com] 

  • ​Recommended over rentals, their tubes get very hot in the sun

  • ​Sunscreen, water, and a dry bag will make your life easier

​Quick Timeline

• ​9:00 – 10:00 AM: Arrivals and shuttle to Checkpoint #1

• ​10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Float (Checkpoint #1 → #2)

• ​12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch

• ​1:00 – 3:30 PM: Float (Checkpoint #2 → #4)

• ​3:30 – 4:00 PM: Depart

​Linked In Page: http://linkedin.com/company/salt-river-float