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Desolation Canyon Rafting

Desolation Canyon Rafting

Green River
Family Rafting

Desolation Canyon offers 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 difficult but exciting and great fun – perfect for learning to maneuver an inflatable kayak.

Just the PERFECT family river trip: Colorful history, fun moderate whitewater, family bonding like no other vacation.

The 5 Day Family Trip on the Green River offers a chance for the whole family to escape. This trip offers exceptional bonding opportunitiesfun whitewatercharming 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!

Our guides have interpretive training. They’ve developed great outdoor educational and environmentally sensitive activities and games. These activities and games incorporate camping, outdoor safety, basic first aid, history, geology, hydrology, wildlife, plant life and, of course, river running skills.

Hiking, water games and building sandcastles provide quality interaction. Our guides take adults and children on educational and fun outings where everyone can interact with nature. Desolation Canyon trips offer opportunities to take a leisurely walk, somewhat demanding hikes and opportunities to enjoy the camaraderie of the other guests.

Fun Fact: Desolation Canyon is registered on the National Register of Historic Places, and is possibly one of the most remote areas in the contiguous United States.

Sheri Griffith River Expeditions
Desolation Canyon Trips Include:

Desolation Canyon Highlights

  • Historical Sites
  • Great Hiking Opportunities
  • Big, Sandy Beaches
  • Easy to Moderate whitewater that is fun for everyone
  • Friendly Guides who help entertain guests with games and activities
  • A game bag full of games and toys for all ages, including sand toys.
  • Variety of boats from inflatable kayaks to oarboats .

River rafting is a lot of fun, but like most outdoor adventure activities, there are also potential hazards. Click here for more information about possible hazards you might experience while whitewater rafting in our beautiful canyons.

rafting gear near a lake
BOAT TYPES
two tents
HIGH QUALITY EQUIPMENT
FRESH MEALS
PROFESSIONAL GUIDES
Location: Green River, UT
Highlights: | Rolling Class I-III Whitewater | Classic Outlaw History | Great Waterfall Hikes | Family-friendly River