Oklahoma weather is particularly unpredictable, often cutting seasons short or leaving locals feeling as if entire seasons were skipped over. If you did not grow up in The Sooner State, you may be surprised to learn that longtime residents flock to any body of water as warm weather descends upon the region. And, fortunately for lovers of outdoor adventure, there are many places to indulge. The Illinois River continues to be a warm weather destination that's positively cherished by locals and visitors alike, and it's one of the most magical places to go tubing in Oklahoma. This beautiful river is the perfect place for a float trip and we found the ultimate, all-day excursion that will make your summer complete.

Envy your friends that have enjoyed Oklahoma river tours? You'll soon join their ranks! The Illinois River in Tahlequah is a 145-mile-long tributary of the Arkansas River in northeast Oklahoma. It's a gentle flowing river with scenic banks, making it perfect for float trips.

There are several outfitters along the river offering float trips. One of our favorites is All American Floats in Tahlequah.

Here you'll park at All American Floats in

Tahlequah, check-in, pay, and load the bus.

They provide all the equipment, including rafts, canoes, kayaks, tubes, and coolers. So you never have to deal with the canoe cost or the hassle of hunting down destinations with available canoe reservations.

The all-day float trip is their most popular and best value trip. The 9-mile route will drop you in at Todd Access and you float back to All American.

The float lasts around 4-6 hours, depending on how many stops you make along the way. There are several swimming holes and beaches, so take your time and enjoy the whole day at your leisure.

Just make sure you are back by 7 p.m.! Following your trip, you'll doubtlessly agree that this is the best destination to go tubing in Oklahoma.

Seasons typically begin in early to mid-May and continue through Labor Day weekend. If you're able to float on the weekdays, check out their special discounts.

Address: 17170 OK-10, Tahlequah, OK, 74464

All American Floats is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Click here for additional information including pricing, dates of operation, and special offers.

Tahlequah is a delightful little town worth visiting, and it hides some of the best things to do in Oklahoma. It was actually voted as one of the Top 100 Best Small Towns in America. You can discover more about this gem of a community in our full article here.