Relax on a 2-hour scenic float with gear and shuttle included
2 Hours
Life jackets, Oars/paddles, Shuttle
Drift a beautiful two-mile stretch of the North Platte River from the Buffalo Bill Campground to Cody Park. Choose tanks, tubes, kayaks, or canoes; life jackets and oars/paddles are provided, and a shuttle takes you to the launch.
Water levels fluctuate and may require alternate equipment or trips. Life jackets are required by law; bring your own for children under 5. Most land along the float is private property; remain in the water except at entrance and exit points.
Cancel up to one week before check-in for a refund minus a 10% booking fee. Cancellations within one week are non-refundable. If the trip is canceled due to weather or other circumstances, you will receive a full refund.
Pick up location is Cody Park. Take the north entrance to the park (just before Highway 83 crosses the river), then turn north (left) and proceed into the gravel parking lot at the base of the highway bridge next to the river.
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Dusty and his crew have built something special in North Platte, offering both river floating (they call it "tanking") and horseback riding experiences that keep people coming back year after year. The staff consistently gets praise for being friendly, helpful, and genuinely committed to making sure everyone has a great time. Reviewers highlight how accommodating they are when schedules shift or weather intervenes, with Dusty himself staying in close communication to keep guests informed. The river floating stands out as particularly popular, with families and groups renting the large cattle tanks that easily accommodate multiple people for a relaxing drift down the river. Even when water levels run low, the team finds spots that work well. The horseback experiences also earn high marks, with academy classes offering hands-on instruction for beginners and trail rides suitable for various skill levels. Multiple reviewers mention it's perfect for all ages, from kids to older adults. The animals are well cared for, and the overall operation runs smoothly with timely pickups and drop-offs that make the logistics easy for visitors.
This was the 2nd year we 'float' the river through Dusty Trails. They are helpfull, friendly, excellent customer service. I would do this again, for sure. Keep on the good work guys!!! We enjoyed this.
Jacoba De Klerk
September 4, 2025
This was the 2nd year we 'float' the river through Dusty Trails. They are helpfull, friendly, excellent customer service. I would do this again, for sure. Keep on the good work guys!!! We enjoyed this.
Jacoba De Klerk
September 4, 2025