Welcome to the Great Outdoors!

Experience the best tubing on the Deerfield River

WE’RE OPEN!

Please call us at 413-834-2213 or check our Facebook page for updates.

Please Note: Our tubing schedule each day is determined by what time the water is released from the Fife Brook Dam. Please check the daily water release schedule here.

We hope to see you soon!

  • Hours of Operation

    We are open Thursday thru Sunday.

    Our tubing schedule each day is determined by what time the water is released from the Fife Brook Dam. Please check the daily water release schedule here.

    Typically, the best time to arrive is between noon and 1pm.

    We may also be open on Wednesdays, subject to the water release schedule. Please call to confirm.

    We are closed on Monday and Tuesday.

  • Fees

    Tube Rental

    $35.00 per person (age 10+ only)

    Includes premium vinyl river tube with neck rest, handles and cup holder; life jacket included with tube rental

    *Wearing a life jacket is required for ages 12 and under and strongly recommended for all others

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    Shuttle Service

    $10.00 per person

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    Parking

    $20 per car - Friday, Saturday, Sunday

  • Location

    We are conveniently located right on the Mohawk Trail (Route 2) in Charlemont Village Center.

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    The Great Outdoors

    78 Main Street,

    Charlemont, MA 01339

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    Our expanded parking lot has room for 120 vehicles. Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Planning Your Trip

    The Great Outdoors provides the best “Park and Float” tubing experience on the Deerfield River.

    Leave your car in our parking lot and we’ll shuttle you to the “put in” location at the Zoar picnic area.

    Enjoy your 2 1/2 - 3 hour tubing adventure down the river as you float back to your car.

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  • River Safety

    All river activities have potential dangers. Knowing and following the rules will help keep you safe and let you enjoy a perfect day of tubing on the beautiful Deerfield River.

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  • Amenities

    Friendly, helpful staff

    Bathrooms on site (bring dry clothes to change into after your trip)

    Large firepit with multiple picnic tables

    Walking distance to your choice of 3 eateries

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