Main Fork of the Salmon River, Idaho
Nestled deep in the Frank Church Wilderness of No Return winds the
Salmon river. The Salmon was given the nickname long ago as the
River of No Return by the people living near it because of the
number of folks that came to visit and fell so in love with the
rugged beauty of the river that they never left.
Herds of elk and deer graze on the hillsides around the river and
bear and bighorn sheep are also commonly sighted. The river corridor
is also lined with awe inspiring ponderosa pine which tower over the
sandy beaches in the campsites and provide shelter from sun or rain
when needed.
Let's not forget the rapids! They range from class I-IV. The Salmon
is one of the longest undammed rivers in the United States. As a
free flowing river the water is higher, faster, and colder in the
early summer and lower, slower, and warmer in the late summer. There
are good rapids all summer...but families with children who like to
swim tend to appreciate the late summer's slower, warmer water more.
Desolation and Gray Canyon, Utah
Winding through canyons in central Utah, in some of the most
desolate land anywhere, the Green river flows towards the mighty
Colorado river and the sea. High grey stone cliffs, beautiful desert
scenery, and great rapids have made this run famous. This 84-mile
trip runs from from Sand Wash to Swaseys Rapid (just outside Green
River Utah) and boasts outstanding scenery, interesting geologic
formations, evidence of prehistoric and historic human activity, and
great whitewater opportunities.
Desolation is rated a Class II/III and is usually done in 6 days.
Desolation Canyon has been recognized as a National Landmark. This
designation is based on the uniqueness and rich history that the
canyon tells.
Grand Canyon, Arizona
This is the grand daddy of all canyons and the grand daddy of all
river trips. You will never forget your visit to the Grand
Canyon.
Grand Canyon river rafting combines world-class whitewater
with breathtaking scenery to make one truly unforgettable river
experience. The canyon is filled not only with exhilarating
whitewater rapids, but with side canyons and ancient indian ruins
accessible only by river.
CLASS I - X: The Grand Canyon uses a unique river rating
scale. The rapids in the Canyon are technically rated I - X ( 1 -
10) to accommodate such a wide variety of rapids and river
variances. However, most people are familiar with the regular I - V
river rating scale, so we often refer to both.