Looking for river tubing near Martinsville, VA?
Floatery is your closest option — just 30 minutes south on the Dan River in Madison, NC. You already know the Dan River. It flows right through Henry County and Martinsville before winding south into North Carolina. At Floatery, you get to experience the Dan River at its most scenic and accessible — a relaxed 3-hour self-guided float with shuttle service, premium tubes, and river scenery that makes you remember why you love living in this part of the world. We shuttle you upstream and you float back to your car at your own pace. No experience needed, no rush. Just a great day on your river.
What Martinsville Visitors Love About Floatery
Whether you’re planning a solo float, a family outing, a birthday trip, or a big group adventure — Floatery has something for everyone making the drive from Martinsville.
Group & Corporate Outings — We handle groups of all sizes. Church retreats, corporate team building, college groups, family reunions — we’ve done it all.
River Tubing — Relax and float down the beautiful Dan River with high-quality connected tubes and a shuttle back to the start. No experience needed.
Fun Float Trips — Our employees keep your group informed and having fun from start to finish.
Night Floats & Firefly Floats — One of the most unique experiences in NC. Float the river after dark and watch the fireflies light up the banks.
Riverside Camping — Make it an overnight trip. Camp right on the banks of the Dan River under the stars.
How to Get to Floatery from Martinsville, NC
From Martinsville, Floatery is just 30 minutes south — one of the shortest drives of any of our visitors.
From Martinsville: Head south on US-220 S toward Madison, NC. Take the exit for NC-704 and follow signs to Floatery. Total drive time: approximately 30 minutes.
Address: 4890 NC-704, Madison, NC 27025
Phone: 336-916-7070
We’re open seasonally from late May through Labor Day weekend. Tubing hours are 10:00am – 2:30pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Book online at floatery.com — Martinsville visitors are some of our most loyal customers and summer weekends fill up fast!
Why Martinsville Residents Choose Floatery
Floatery is the closest full-service river tubing operation to Martinsville and Henry County — and the experience is unlike anything else on the Dan River. Here’s what you get:
Safety first — Floatery is a full disclosure company. We take the safety of every guest seriously and are transparent about everything we do..
3-hour self-guided float — we shuttle you upstream on the Dan River and you float back at your own pace. One of the longest float trips on the entire Dan River.
Premium tubes — high-quality tubes with headrests, cupholders, and mesh bottoms. Float side by side with your whole group.
Shuttle service included — no logistics, no car shuttles, no hassle. We handle everything.
Night floats & firefly floats — float the Dan River after dark and watch the fireflies light up the banks. A magical experience unique to Floatery.
Riverside camping & sky camping — stay overnight on the Dan River and make it a full weekend.
Groups of any size — church retreats, corporate teams, birthday parties, family reunions. We love big groups.
Frequently Asked Questions — River Tubing from Martinsville VA
How far is Floatery from Martinsville?
Floatery is approximately 30 minutes from Martinsville, VA — just south on US-220 to Madison, NC at 4890 NC-704. Your closest full-service river tubing destination on the Dan River.
Is this the same Dan River that flows through Martinsville?
Yes! The Dan River flows through Henry County and Martinsville, VA before winding south into North Carolina. Floatery is located on the Dan River in Madison, NC — just downstream from you. You know this river — come experience it in a whole new way.
How does the float trip work?
Simple — we shuttle you upstream on the Dan River, drop you off, and you float back to your car at your own pace. The trip takes approximately 3 hours. No experience needed, no paddling required.
What kind of tubes do you use?
Premium tubes — high quality with headrests, cupholders, and mesh bottoms. Your whole group floats together. A completely different experience from basic cheap tube rentals.
Can large groups come from Martinsville?
Absolutely — we specialize in large groups. Church groups, corporate teams, family reunions, and birthday parties from Henry County and Martinsville are always welcome. Contact us for group pricing.
How do I book?
Book online at floatery.com or call 336-916-7070. Weekend spots fill up quickly — book ahead to secure your date..
Ready to float your Dan River? Floatery is open seasonally in Madison, NC — just 30 minutes from Martinsville. Premium tubes, 3-hour self-guided float, shuttle included. The Dan River is right in your backyard — come experience it at its best. Book online at floatery.com or call 336-916-7070. Summer weekends fill fast so grab your spot today!