Whitewater Rivers and Rapids
Utah river trip offer a unique combination of dramatic scenery and exciting white water. The following Utah rivers are suitable for raft trips. See this information about how rapids are classified.
 COLORADO RIVER |
| Fisher Towers: 1/2-1 day, usually Class I-III rapids, great moderate trip for families |
| Westwater: 1-3 day, Class III-IV rapids, a great short adventure trip in a scenic and historic canyon |
| Cataract: 1-7 day, Class III-V, thrilling adventure trip through great whitewater |
| Grand Canyon: 3-8 day, Class IV-V, amazing adventure trip on America's classic whitewater |
 GREEN RIVER |
| Green River Daily: 1/2-1 day, Class II, great trip for families and youth groups |
| Lodore: 3-4 day, Class II-IV, fun short adventure trip with some intense rapids |
| Desolation: 3-6 day, Class II-III, relaxing, scenic, a few moderate rapids |
| Labyrinth: 3-8 day, Class I, calm water float through a remote, scenic canyon |
| Split Mountain: 1/2-1 day, Class II-III, great short trip with moderate adventure | Stillwater: 3-8 day, Class I, calm water float through a remote, scenic canyon |
| White River: 3-4 day, Class I, calm water trip through area virtually untouched by civilization |
 OTHER RIVERS |
| Dolores River: 3-5 day, Class III-IV, great adventure in the heart of Canyon Country |
| San Juan River: 2-7 day, Class II-III, lively but not intense, with exceptional scenery |
| Yampa River: 2-7 day, Class III-IV, great whitewater, scenery and legendary outlaws |
| Sevier River: 1/2 day, fun and refreshing family raft or kayak trips |
| Short river trips are also possible on the Virgin River below Zion Park, the Provo River and the Weber River |
| Nearby Idaho Rivers: Salmon River; Snake River |
River Trip Details
In remote canyons of the Green, San Juan and Colorado rivers, professional outfitters offer guests wild water in the midst of secluded beauty. Utah's licensed guides provide whitewater rafting adventure never to be forgotten. Contact one of Utah's many professional river outfitters for assistance. Some also offer canoe and kayak trips.
Before your trip, take time to learn more about Utah's white water rafting history, geologic history, and important rafting figures like Haldane "Buzz" Holmstrom. Embark upon Utah's remarkable rivers and experience adventure at its best!
