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Big Big on the Battenkill Kayak and Tubing, located at 1565 Co Rd 61, Shushan, NY, is an outdoor recreation outfitter providing kayak and tube rentals for scenic floats down the Battenkill River. It offers a popular and enjoyable experience for families and groups looking to spend time on the water.
As Big Big on the Battenkill primarily offers activities on the natural Battenkill River, there are no artificial pools with controlled temperatures available. The water temperature will be that of the river itself, which fluctuates with weather and season.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? Customers consistently rate the tubing experience as highly enjoyable, fun, and relaxing, making it an excellent choice for families with children, adults, and large groups. Many are repeat visitors and enthusiastically recommend the company. The self-guided nature allows participants to go at their own pace, appreciating the peaceful surroundings. Staff members are frequently highlighted for being friendly, helpful, and professional. The river is generally described as shallow, which is ideal for kids, with trips typically lasting 2-3 hours. Logistics are convenient, featuring easy parking near the end point and provided transportation to the starting location. Renting cooler floats for snacks and drinks is a popular suggestion to enhance the experience.
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August 26th, 2025Itana Smith
Very fun experience, professional setup. We went with my five and eight year old. They shared a cooler raft, i had one regular tube for myself and one raft for my husband. Took about 3 hours, beautiful scenery.
August 12th, 2025Sue Tillman
Such a great time! My 3rd time here! We love that it is self guided so you can go at your own pace and enjoy the peaceful surroundings! Calvin picked us up and was very friendly and informed about what to expect. Kirsten answered all my questions when I called her about reservations. The river was a bit shallow but easy to navigate to deeper areas. A great way to spend a hot day!!
August 4th, 2025Cassandra Morin
Large group of us decided to go tubing on the Battenkill River. Our normal company we typically use was booked so we made reservations with this company. Five stars all the way. We will definitely use them in the future and we highly recommend them. Whether you are bringing children or an adult adventure, you will have a spectacular time! Super easy all around and a great trip down the river. You pull up to a parking lot and that’s all there is. However, somebody will pull up in their company van and take you to a spot in the river where all the tubes are. You will be dropped off there. They will tell you where to jump off the Tube at the end of your trip. At the end of your trip, you’re just a few hundred feet away from your parked car :-) so fun! Thank you so much
July 10th, 2025Dorian Solot
Great experience! This is the 4th place I've gone tubing and it was just perfect. A great match for kids, mostly quite shallow, a perfect length (it took us 2 hours). The man running everything was super friendly and helpful. Using a "cooler float" so we could bring snacks and drinks worked out great. Our 17 year old, who started out skeptical and expected to be bored, enjoyed herself so much she decided she wants to have her next birthday party be a tubing party!
August 22nd, 2025Natalie Candela
Such a fun excursion! We did the river tubing as a family (two adults and four kids, youngest was 8). It was relaxing and exciting and kids had a blast, even the extra nervous little ones. Be sure to rent cooler float and pack a lunch!!
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
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