Summers were meant for playing in the water. Sure, you could always visit a local waterpark to beat the heat, but there’s something to be said for sitting back and relaxing in a tube while you float down a river, surrounded by beautiful scenery. When you’re looking for a spot to go tubing in Louisiana, head on over to Denham Springs where you can float down the Amite River which has some of the most beautiful scenery in the state.

The Amite River is about 117 miles long and passes through the Greater Baton Rouge Area on its way to Lake Maurepas.

Patricia Ballard/Google Every bend Of the Amite River is filled with stunning scenery that will leave you mesmerized.

One of the best ways to see the Amite River up close is by embarking on a tubing adventure.

Tiki Tubing/Facebook Located in Denham Springs, Tiki Tubing is an excellent choice for anyone looking to beat the heat with a float trip down the river.

Once you arrive at Tiki Tubing, you’ll pick out a tube and they’ll transport you up river to the drop-off site.

Tiki Tubing/Facebook You don’t have to worry about a thing! You’ll float down river to where your car is parked, so at the end of the trip, you can just return your tube and jump in your car.

Of course, the best tubing adventures are the ones with all of your friends and loved ones, so gather up the gang.

Tiki Tubing/Google You can bring your own ice chest or rent one of theirs, just be sure to follow the rules: no styrofoam and no glass containers. We want to keep the river as beautiful as possible for as long as possible!

During your four-hour float trip, you’ll be immersed in some of the most beautiful natural scenery Louisiana has to offer.

Tiki Tubing/Facebook Sit back, relax and enjoy the view. Of course, your float trip length will be determined by many factors, including the wind, currents, and how often you stop off along the way.

On a beautiful day, there’s no better place to be than floating down the river with your friends.

Tiki Tubing/Facebook Especially with an ice-cold beverage in hand!

There are sandbanks around every river bend, so you can stop off as you please.

Tiki Tubing/Facebook Bring some sandwiches and enjoy a nice picnic on the beach!

The river averages a depth of about 3-4 feet, so you’ll be able to stand in most places.

Tiki Tubing/Facebook There are areas of the river where depths can reach 8-10 feet, too.

Tiki Tubing opens at 8 a.m. on Friday through Sunday. The last float trip is launched at 3 p.m.

Patricia Ballard/Google

Every bend Of the Amite River is filled with stunning scenery that will leave you mesmerized.

Tiki Tubing/Facebook

Located in Denham Springs, Tiki Tubing is an excellent choice for anyone looking to beat the heat with a float trip down the river.

You don’t have to worry about a thing! You’ll float down river to where your car is parked, so at the end of the trip, you can just return your tube and jump in your car.

Tiki Tubing/Google

You can bring your own ice chest or rent one of theirs, just be sure to follow the rules: no styrofoam and no glass containers. We want to keep the river as beautiful as possible for as long as possible!

Sit back, relax and enjoy the view. Of course, your float trip length will be determined by many factors, including the wind, currents, and how often you stop off along the way.

Especially with an ice-cold beverage in hand!

Bring some sandwiches and enjoy a nice picnic on the beach!

There are areas of the river where depths can reach 8-10 feet, too.

Address: 32625 LA-1019, Denham Springs, LA 70706

To reserve your space, click here and don’t forget to follow Tiki Tubing on Facebook to stay up to date on the latest information.

Have you ever taken a float trip down the Amite River? Share your experience with us in the comments below!

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