Experience: The
Green River
Discover: the
history of the Green River
The Green River through Desolation Canyon is the only
river canyon registered as a National Historic Landmark. The Fremont Indians
farmed, hunted and lived here over 700 years ago and left ruins and ancient
rock art. In the late 1800's homesteaders, trappers and outlaws shared the
area. The McPherson's befriended Butch Cassidy and his "Wild Bunch," and their
ranch still exists. Time is set aside to explore these homes and legends.
Experince: the
excitement of 50 moderate rapids
Desolation Canyon is 84 miles of 50 class I-III rapids
that start the second day of the trip and build each day until the largest and
best rapids the last day. These rapids are full of big rolling waves, not
technically difficult but exciting and great fun - perfect for learning to
maneuver a paddleboat or kayak.
Relax: In the
comfort of family
The Green River offers the perfect family river trip and
has something fun for all family members. We run this trip in paddleboats and
oar-boats, and bring inflatable kayaks to play in. Our "Family Goes to Camp"
expeditions presents some of the world's finest wild areas, in comfort, with
great food, and some of the finest people you will ever meet. River rafting
offers quality time and experiences for strengthening family relationships.
There is adventure time, quiet time, interaction and reflection time, and lots
of time to play.
There are two different
Green River, trips to choose from:
- The 4
day Gates of Lodore on the Green River is one of the most popular trips
Sheri Griffith Expeditions runs. It has all the elements of a classic
whitewater river trip: great hikes, exciting whitewater, beautiful beaches and
colorful history. This is a journey into a spectacular wilderness. This trip
has lots of activities and action
- The
5 day Family Goes to Camp on the Green River offers a
chance for the whole family to escape. This trip offers exceptional bonding
opportunities, fun whitewater, charming camp sites on sandy beaches, stunning
geological features, ancient and recent western history, and it all begins with
a scenic flight to the launch site!
- The
5 day
Labyrinth Canyon by Touring Kayak trip is a 60-mile stretch of river
without any rapids and is perfect for leisure kayaking. No experience is
necessary, as touring kayaks are easy to paddle, comfortable to travel in and
very stable. There’s time to explore the canyons and ponder the ancient
Indian writings and trappers' inscriptions on the canyon walls. Your time is
spent playing on and in the river and relaxing on your leisure vacation.
Books about Desolation Canyon and the Moab Area
- Desolation Canyon River Guide ~ Bill Belknap
- Outlaw Tales of Utah ~ Michael Rutter Raven's
- Exile ~Ellen Meloy
- The Wild Bunch at Robbers Roost ~ Pearl Baker
- Desert Solitaire ~ Edward Abbey
- Legacy on Stone: Rock Art of the Colorado Plateau and Four Corners
Region ~ Sally J. Cole
