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    2-Hour Barren Fork River Tube Float

    Drift the Barren Fork River with shuttle service and a life vest included

    4.7 stars• 806 reviews

    Duration

    2 hrs

    Includes

    Life vest, shuttle service

    Highlights

    Drift down the Barren Fork River on a tube after a shuttle to Pepper Branch Park. Float back to Smooth Rapids Outfitters at your own pace, with time on the water shaped by conditions.

    • Float from Pepper Branch Park back to Smooth Rapids Outfitters
    • Relax as your pace and river conditions affect float time
    • Pack a change of clothes and a towel for after the river
    • Protect phones, keys, and wallets in a dry bag or box
    • Apply sunscreen and bring bug spray, a hat, and sunglasses

    What's Included

    • Life vest
    • Shuttle service

    Important details

    • Ages 7+ only
    • Wear water shoes or shoes with a heel strap
    • Do not combine tubes and kayaks on the same trip
    • Finish the river trip at least 1.5 hours before dark
    • Expect trips to operate rain or shine; severe thunderstorms, lightning, or flooding may delay or cancel the activity

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel more than 48 hours ahead for a full refund; cancel 24–48 hours ahead for a 50% refund. Within 24 hours, reschedule for a future date. No refunds for no-shows or weather.

    Product ID: VQYF9U

    FAQs

    Light rain does not stop river activities, and no mid-trip rain checks are available. Once conditions are approved at the start, continue on your selected route.

    Meeting details

    245 Durham St, Mcminnville, TN, 37110

    Experience provided by Smooth Rapids Outfitters

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Single Kayaks

    $33.57

    If you are over 275 Pounds please give us a call

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    Tandem Kayaks

    $56.72

    Fits 2 People • Must have one adult on board

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    Tubes

    $23.15

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Took a group of friends for their first time to Smooth Rapids. They had so much fun we extended out float. We ate lunch and jumped back on!

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    samantha vaughn

    August 10, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Took a group of friends for their first time to Smooth Rapids. They had so much fun we extended out float. We ate lunch and jumped back on!

    Photo of samantha vaughn

    samantha vaughn

    August 10, 2026

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