Riverbend Floats

Category: Raft trip outfitter in Tahlequah, Oklahoma

Address: 15693 OK-10, Tahlequah, OK 74464, USA

Phone: +19187086800

Reviews

Derek Van Beber

Jul 13, 2022

I highly recommend this team. Super friendly, great attitudes, and just really good people. The river is amazing and worth getting out and doing.

Jeremy Green

Jun 20, 2022

We had a group of around 15 people and we had a great time. Beautiful part of the river, nice clean cabins. Quiet and peaceful. Only had 1 thing and I let them know but the mattress in room 5 was terrible. They said they would take care of it. Can't wait to go back next year

october miller

Jun 7, 2022

Got the Tucker suit for my boyfriend’s bday. This place is absolutely gorgeous and everyone that works here has been personable and knowledgeable. We are here during the weekday and have had the place to ourselves. This will definitely be a nice place we go once a year. Love it here!

Richard Wright

May 17, 2022

Great experience. Helpful, friendly, and trustworthy employees. I want to stay in one of their room/vacation rentals during my next visit.

Thanks! Your review is awaiting moderation.

Questions & Answers

Can u go fishing there

TWIN yes | Jul 9, 2021
Riverbend Floats (Owner) | Jul 10, 2021

The Illinois River is a great fishery! Trophy small mouth and big ol catfish.

Are there life jackets available - or do you bring your own?

David Nicholas | Jun 4, 2021
Andru M | Jun 5, 2021

Yes

Read More

Is this kid friendly? Is there spots they can get out and touch, play in the weather. Don't want the nudity, just a fun family float.

Tabitha Wilson | Jun 4, 2020
George Ware | Jun 5, 2020

👍 very family friendly. There are always a few that forget they aren't the only ones on the river playing loud music and making fools of them selves. But thats on any float trip this time of the year.

Is the river ok to float on since all the rain lately we would be coming from Kansas-Lawrence area-thanks

Ann Barnett | Jun 4, 2020
Robbie Frank | Jun 5, 2020

The river is perfect. Come see us!

Are there any lockers to put keys etc?

DeAnne Norton | Jun 5, 2019
Kristen Hughes | Jun 6, 2019

you can lock your valuables in your vehicle, and give your keys to the front desk

Read More

Why is there no option for two people or individual. Wanted to go but not with a group :( or can you pay for individual in person?

Lexi Moody | May 14, 2022
Cathy Frank | May 15, 2022

Lexi, if it's for rafting we only have 6 person rafts. The rafts require 4 paid guests minimum. But, 2 guests can raft as long as you pay the minimum. We also have single & double kayaks. If tubing is a suitable option you can book that through our sister outfitter, Riverbend by the Bridge. Tubes are single, individual units with back rest and drink holder. Tubing is a 4 mile float and you can rent a cooler tube to tow your cooler. Riverbendbythebridge.com Thanks !

Can we use our own kayaks

Hope Shaw | Nov 6, 2021
Brynant Cole | Nov 7, 2021

Yes

Can you bring your own rafts? If so, do you have to pay?

Britt Gotay | Aug 8, 2021
J Ha | Aug 9, 2021

No. There is a sign posted that says no private rafts/tunes allowed.

Read More

I still can't find pricing??

Steve Mitchell | Jul 9, 2021
Riverbend Floats (Owner) | Jul 10, 2021

Riverbendfloats.com. Click on float options. Details & prices are there along with online reservations. Hundreds of guests have booked online this week through our website.

Read More

How much does this cost?

Steve Mitchell | Jul 9, 2021
Jen RN | Jul 10, 2021

Their website has all the pricing. You can book your float online too

Read More

Is it dog friendly

joubert blaise | Jul 9, 2021
Riverbend Floats (Owner) | Jul 10, 2021

Floating yes. Lodging no.

Can u fish on the kayak

TWIN yes | Jul 9, 2021
Sammie K Gibson | Jul 10, 2021

There are banks and coves that you can fish but it's a little busy for finding a quiet place to fish from the kayak itself.

Is the river high todaY?

Dawn Kidd | Jun 4, 2021
David Nicholas | Jun 5, 2021

Coming in at 5'2" today. Can always check here: https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/hydrograph.php?wfo=tsa&gage=TALO2

Read More

Are you able to bring alcohol on your trip?

Sam Crowley | Jun 4, 2021
Riverbend Floats (Owner) | Jun 5, 2021

Yes, beer and wine in original can or plastic bottles. No hard liquor or jello shots

Read More

Is there a store nearby to get groceries?

Morgan Pierce | Jun 4, 2021
Riverbend Floats (Owner) | Jun 5, 2021

Yes, Dollar General is 2.2 miles. Tahlequah is 4 miles.

Read More

My first time floating..... How do we get back to our car?

Amanda Honeycutt | Jun 4, 2021
Riverbend Floats (Owner) | Jun 5, 2021

Anmar, sorry you were not pleased with your experience. Let's talk safety: On May 30, 2020 every outfitter on the Illinois river floated with one exception. For safety reasons, we did not float on May 30, 2020. Out of 15 outfitters, we were the ONLY outfitter to suspend operations that day. I urge anyone to call GRDA River Operations at 918-456-3251 to verify this fact. On the day of your float, we became aware of a tree blocking the river and suspended operations for over an hour, mid morning, with over 100 guests waiting in our pavilion to depart on their float. We suspended operations until GRDA resolved the issue and gave us the go ahead. In the five years we have been in business we have had ZERO medical emergencies of any kind on land or water. Your comment is false and misleading and injurious to our reputation and I dispute your claim.

Read More

We are planning in going next weekend. How's the and water level. Do you think be safe for a 5 year old girl Thanks

Maria Hite | Jun 4, 2020
Serena White | Jun 5, 2020

Robert is correct. Just make sure to rent a raft.

Read More

Would the rafts be okay with a medium dog on board? We have a Australian sheppard we would like to bring.

Bryan Gant | Jun 4, 2020
Robbie Frank | Jun 5, 2020

We do allow dogs on the rafts but not in lodging. Thanks

Read More

Is there an age limit? Is Friday considered a weekday or weekend price?

Rhonda Jullien | Jun 4, 2020
Billy Turney | Jun 5, 2020

Depends on water level. At a certain level, certain ages will be limited. Levels are good right now, so no worries. Go to their website for more details on ages and days. Have a great time! We love it there!

Read More

How late in the year do you stay open? We are thinking of a middle of Sept trip.

Bert Abuela | Jun 4, 2020
Robbie Frank | Jun 5, 2020

September is my favorite time of year to float. We will be open after September 15th by appointment only. For reservations go to our website at riverbendfloats.com. Thanks a bunch and have a great day!

Read More

How many people need's to be in your group?

James Millsap | Jun 4, 2020
Robbie Frank | Jun 5, 2020

We can do any number of people from one to 100. For rafting we charge a minimum of four passengers per raft. We also have kayaks, double kayaks and single tubes. Prices are on our website riverbendfloats.com

Read More

Are dogs welcome?

Jerri Scherff | Jun 4, 2020
Jerri Scherff | Jun 5, 2020

Great, thank you for the quick response!

Read More

How high is the water? Will it be open Friday.

C K | Jun 5, 2019
Robbie Frank | Jun 6, 2019

The river has been great the last week. It goes down about as fast as it rises. NWS data shows the river will rise and recede to safe levels by this weekend. Keep an eye on this data as it relates to our safe floating guidelines. https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/hydrograph.php?gage=talo2&wfo=tsa Riverbend Floats policy on floating as it pertains to river levels at the Tahlequah guage (see link above): 6'.................................Children 10 and under shall float in rafts only 6' 6"............................All persons shall float in rafts only 7' 6"............................No children 10 and under 9’ 6”………………………All floating ceases Muddy water............All floating ceases We strictly adhere to the policy stated above for your safety.

Do you have to stay here or can you just do a day trip? Do you need advance reservations?

melissa bennett | Jun 5, 2019
Christina deckard (Chris) | Jun 6, 2019

You really need to make reservations can do this online if you have a credit or debit card they don't take it off your card until you float and if you need make changes you can call and leave message it may take 24 hours before they return your phone call...you get to see a part of the river you've never seen and you don't run into many people it was beautiful no you don't have to stay here they have rooms to rent and a house for up to 2 days they have 6 miles which takes 4 to 5 hours and they have a 12 miles

Read More

We will be coming thru your way the first of Aug. We were thinking of tubing,but weren't sure we would get a good float. Not sure if river gets low that time of year?

DeAnne Norton | Jun 5, 2018
Robbie Frank | Jun 6, 2018

DeAnne, we have decent flow year around. I'm sure you will enjoy tubing in August.

Read More

Do you have any canoes for sale?

Doug Dodd | Jun 5, 2018
Robbie Frank | Jun 6, 2018

How many canoes would you like to purchase?

How much are oNE bedroom cabins

Shanna Boucher | Jun 5, 2018
Robbie Frank | Jun 6, 2018

Our cabins are $119 per night for two guests. Additional guests are $10/night each. Two night stay is required.

Thanks! Your answer is awaiting moderation.

Thanks! Your question is awaiting moderation.

Related Places