The Parker Tube Float - The biggest Party on the Parker Strip!
#ParkerTubeFloat
Join us for one of Parker’s most anticipated summer traditions as hundreds of participants float down the beautiful Colorado River.
The 48th Annual Parker Tube Float will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Registration Information
Online Pre-Registration will open March 2, 2026, and will close at midnight June 7, 2026.
You will still be able to register the morning of the event at La Paz County Park.
You may register online, in person at the Parker Regional Chamber of Commerce & Tourism office, or at one of our off-site locations: Pirate's Den, Castle Rock, River Lodge, Branson's Resort, Echo Lodge, The Bar, Roadrunner, Sand Bar, Sundance, Spanky's RV & Marine, or Tavern 95 in Lake Havasu City.
Event Day Details
Registration will take place at La Paz County Park from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
The float ends at 5:00 PM when the No Wake Zone expires.
Participants will park at La Paz County Park. Parking is $10.00 per vehicle. Shuttles will transport participants to Buckskin Mountain State Park, where the starting line is located.
The last shuttle will depart La Paz County Park shortly after registration closes at 12:00 PM.
Buckskin Mountain State Park will have air compressors available to inflate floats prior to launch.
Ice will be available for purchase at both La Paz County Park and Buckskin Mountain State Park.
Once launched into the beautiful Colorado River, participants will enjoy scenic views while floating downstream, passing several local bars and restaurants, and finishing at La Paz County Park and Pirate's Den Resort, where they originally parked.
Important Registration Information
We strongly suggest pre-registering when registration opens on March 2, 2026.
Once pre-registration closes, the day of registration will still be available for an additional investment per person.
An additional $30.00 fee is required for any motorized vessel assisting your floating group.
Motorized Vessel Restrictions
Boats with any IO, outboard, or prop-driven motor are not permitted.
Only jet boats or personal watercraft are allowed.
Watercraft may not launch at the registration area or starting line, including La Paz County Park, Pirate's Den, or Buckskin Mountain State Park.
Vessels must launch from a public launch ramp or from a park that offers one. You will then drive upriver to the starting line at Buckskin Mountain State Park.
Perks
The first 300 registered participants will receive a free event tank top!
All pre-registered participants will be entered into a drawing for fabulous prizes.
Pirate's Den will host the Official After Float Party with music, drink specials, and fun!
**NO REFUNDS or TRANSFERS**
Register for the Parker Annual Tube Float and get important information that you need to know to make your Parker Tube Float an experience to remember, by clicking "Register Now" and "Float Rules" at the links above.
Additional optional items to purchase:
*Not included with registration*
Want to save some time, get on the water faster, stay connected to your group without the added stress of having to tie everyone together and enhance your entire Parker Tube Float Experience? Would you like to own what is quickly becoming an Iconic, Must-Have Parker Strip Accessory? We are partnering with Fluzzle Tube this year to provide you with an expedited start for this years Float by providing you and your group with Pre-Inflated Fluzzle Tubes and accessories all ready to go by the time you get to Buckskin Mountain State Park. To view their full catalog of tubes & accessories to make your float experience even easier, click the link below and get to know Fluzzle Tube today!!!
If you would like to be a sponsor or volunteer for the Parker Tube Float, please contact us or complete the form below.
If you would like to be a vendor please get in touch with us.
Would you like to help us out? We are looking for volunteers for this year's Parker Tube Float. There are many different ways you can help with the Parker Tube Float, assist boats, trash clean-up, registration, float coaching, etc. There will be a volunteer appreciation dinner scheduled after the Parker Float.
We are always looking for sponsors for this event. Please click the button above for sponsorship options.
Thank you to the Parker community for their support and volunteerism. The Parker Tube Float would not be possible without the communities' efforts and support.
Thank you to our sponsors:
