Oregon river floating guide: Where to tube near Portland

When the Pacific Northwest heats up, there’s no better way to cool off than drifting down a river on an inner tube, kayak or raft. On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, hosts Jamie Hale and Chiara Profenna dive into the region’s best river floats, from the wildly popular Clackamas River to scenic stretches of the Sandy, Willamette and Deschutes rivers. Along the way, they share what makes for a great float, offer essential safety tips and talk about some of Oregon’s favorite summertime waterways. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: What makes a river ideal for floating. The best places to float on the Sandy, Clackamas, Willamette and Deschutes rivers. A few lesser-known floating destinations worth adding to your summer adventure list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices