Tubing Adventure

Tubing rental and shuttle service for the Sandy River.

      
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Tubing Adventure

First shuttle at 11:30am (final pickup at 7:10 pm)

Saturday & Sunday (between Memorial & Labor Day)

Pickup Location: 450 NW 257th Way Troutdale, OR 97060

      
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   Roseanne Berry Wood 
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We took this tour on July 17/24 . We are so glad we did. Keenan did the driving and stopped at all the good spots!
He was so funny and informative . Best stop was actually the falls bedside the parking lot!!!!!
  
 
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   NaNN O 
 17 August 2024
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience! Highly recommend seeing Multnomah Falls and surrounding falls by way of the Sasquatch shuttle! The driver was very informed about the history and the area and we had a great afternoon! It saves a lot of time and hassle by doing the shuttle too!

Catch the shuttle and grab your tubes at our Storefront

Drift Into Summer on the Sandy River!

There's nothing quite like floating a Pacific Northwest river on a warm summer day—and now Sasquatch Shuttle makes it easier than ever to get on the water without the hassle.

Our Sandy River Tube Shuttle runs Memorial Day through Labor Day, getting you from our store to the river and back so all you have to do is relax and let the current do the work.

Here's how it works:

🚌 We Handle the Logistics

Hop on the shuttle at our store. We'll take you to Dabney State Park to start your float, then pick you up at Glenn Otto Park when you're done. Shuttles run every hour starting at 10:30am, with the last tube rental departure at 3:00pm and the last shuttle at 7:10pm on Saturdays, Sundays, Memorial Day, and Labor Day Monday.

🛟 Everything You Need to Float

Reserve your tube online before you go and avoid the hassle. We'll have it ready when you arrive, so you can grab your gear and head straight to the water instead of carrying everything from your car. Life jackets are provided and required for kids; adults must take one along for the float. Need anything else? Sunscreen, sunglasses, and dry bags are available in the shop.

👟 Pro Tips Before You Go

Water shoes are strongly recommended
Sunscreen is a must—we sell it if you forget
Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet

Bringing the family? Kids who can comfortably span the tube hole can ride solo. Smaller ones ride on a parent's lap. All kids must wear a life vest—no exceptions.

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A Community Float

This service runs in partnership with the City of Troutdale, made possible through a Travel Oregon grant. When you float with us, you're supporting local outdoor recreation in the Columbia River Gorge.

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The shuttle starts at the Columbia Gorge Outlet Mall.

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Shuttle Details

Grab your tubes and shuttle tickets at our store, and hop on the bus to Dabney State Park. From Dabney, you'll leisurely drift down the Sandy River's cool, glacial water for approximately 3-4 hours. Make sure to hop out at the beach at Glenn Otto Park — on the left bank of the river before the current picks up speed — and goes under the big, green bridge. You'll know you're at the right spot when you see the lifeguards. After you get out of the water, just grab your tube and follow the path up to the parking lot where the shuttle picks you up and brings you downtown or back to the outlet mall.

Hours of Operation

Summer Season Times

Dates: May 23rd to Sept. 7th
Times:
First Shuttle Out: 10:30 am
Last Tube Rental & Shuttle Out: 3:00 pm
Last Pickup: 7:00 pm at Glenn Otto

Checkin 30 minutes before shuttle out time is mandatory

Pickup Location & Details

Columbia Gorge Outlets

450 NW 257th Way
Troutdale, OR 97060

- Tubes and shuttle tickets must be purchased online.
- Tickets can be purchased day of or before.
- Changes must be made 24 hours before your departure time.
- Waivers required, life jackets will be provided.
- Items cannot be left on the bus. Lockers are available for rent.
- We recommend water shoes and sunscreen.
- No Oversized rafts: up to two-person tubes or inflatables only.

Rules for Children

If kids can comfortably span the tube hole they can ride solo, otherwise must go on parent lap. Kids must wear life vests. Adults must take life vest with them.

Sasquatch Adventures (Your starting point) sells sunscreen, sunglasses, and dry bags.

Trout route

Saturdays & Sundays, May 23–Sept 7, 2026

Shuttle stop	Shuttle Departure Times
1 Columbia Gorge Outlets	10:30 AM	11:00 AM	11:30 AM	12:00 PM	12:30 PM	1:00 PM	1:30 PM	2:00 PM	2:30 PM	3:00 PM
2 Dabney State Rec. Area	10:45 AM	11:15 AM	11:45 AM	12:15 PM	12:45 PM	1:15 PM	1:45 PM	2:15 PM	2:45 PM	3:15 PM

*Note: the last tube rental run is at 3:00 PM

Shuttle stop	Shuttle Pick up times
3 Glenn Otto Community Park	3:15 PM	3:45 PM	4:15 PM	4:45 PM	5:15 PM	5:45 PM	6:15 PM	6:45 PM
1 Columbia Gorge Outlets (arrival)	3:30 PM	4:00 PM	4:30 PM	5:00 PM	5:30 PM	6:00 PM	6:30 PM	7:00 PM

*Note: Rider's can flag stopping at the Troutdale Visitor Center as an additional dropoff point.

Pre-Purchase
Your Tickets

Shuttles run every 30 mins., but seats are limited to 14 per trip.
Not sure about your date & time yet? No problem. We allow free date changes any time before your trip.

Purchase a 4 Pack and Save

Sandy River Tubing Adventure

The Sandy River Tube Shuttle gets you to the water and back, no car shuffle required. Hop on at our Troutdale store, and we'll drive you to Dabney State Park to start your float. When you're done, catch the pickup at Glenn Otto Park and we'll bring you back to the outlet mall.

This ticket covers the shuttle ride only. You can bring your own tube and life jacket or add a tube and lifejacket rental in checkout. Floats run about 2-4 hours down the Sandy River's cool, glacial water, ending at the beach on the left bank before the current picks up, just past the big green bridge.

Shuttles depart to Dabney State Park from 10:30 - 3:00 (every 30 minutes) and our returning shuttles will meet you at Glenn Otto Park (with returns as late as 7:10). Shuttle service is available Saturdays and Sundays (plus Monday holidays), Memorial Day through Labor Day.

$10.00 per shuttle ticket

Add Tube & Lifejacket Rental - $9.00

Shuttle ticket is round-trip. Tube & lifejacket rental require a waiver and deposit.

4 Pack Savings

Usa coupon code: 4Pack and save $4 on each shuttle ticket/rental combo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Grab your tubes and shuttle tickets at our store, hop on the bus to Dabney State Park. From Dabney, you’ll leisurely drift down the Sandy River’s cool, glacial water for approximately 2-3 hours. Make sure to hop out at the beach at Glenn Otto Park — on the left bank of the river before the current picks up speed — and goes under the big, green bridge. You’ll know you’re at the right spot when you see the lifeguards. After you get out of the water, just grab your tube and follow the path up to the parking lot where the shuttle picks you up and brings you downtown or back to the outlet mall.

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First shuttle at 11:30am (final pickup at 7:10 pm)

Saturday & Sunday (between Memorial & Labor Day)

Pickup Location: 450 NW 257th Way Troutdale, OR 97060