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Grand Canyon Rafting Insights for Seniors

For many older adults or those who feel less agile than they once were, rafting the Grand Canyon is a lifelong dream. While the idea of navigating rapids and camping in the wilderness may raise concerns about physical demands and safety, Grand Canyon … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Rafting Insights for Seniors

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Wildlife Safety on Rafting Trips in Alaska

A prime destination for adventurers, Alaska rafting trips offer stunning landscapes and the opportunity to encounter some of the wildest creatures on Earth. However, with Alaska's wilderness comes the risk of encountering dangerous animals, including … [Read more...] about Wildlife Safety on Rafting Trips in Alaska

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Snowpacks and their Impact on Rafting Western Rivers

A big snowpack like this year across most of the Western United States generates excitement among both rafters and winter sports enthusiasts. The accumulated layers of snow in mountainous regions play a crucial role in determining water levels and … [Read more...] about Snowpacks and their Impact on Rafting Western Rivers

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Alaska Rafting: Remote Wilderness River Expeditions

Home to some of the most breathtaking wilderness in the world, rafting Alaska's remote rivers provides the best way to explore the country. In this article, we discuss the top multi-day Alaskan rafting rivers, including the miles and duration of each … [Read more...] about Alaska Rafting: Remote Wilderness River Expeditions

Best Grand Canyon Motor and oar rafts at the Little Colorado River

Best Grand Canyon Rafting Trips

Last Updated: April 13, 2025 With over 100 different options, one question we often hear is "what is the best Grand Canyon rafting trip?" In this post we break down what makes for a quality white water rafting experience and discuss our favorite … [Read more...] about Best Grand Canyon Rafting Trips

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Crystal Rapid – Grand Canyon

Mile 98 One of the more infamous rapids of the Grand Canyon is Crystal Rapid. It ranks between 7-10 on the Grand Canyon rapid scale depending on how high the river is flowing. The rapid itself is created from Crystal Creek entering on river right … [Read more...] about Crystal Rapid – Grand Canyon

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Our Favorite Books for Grand Canyon Rafting Trips

Here are some of our favorite Grand Canyon rafting books for those interested rafting the Colorado River within Grand Canyon. This post just scratches the surface of the best writing on the Colorado River through Grand Canyon. Most Popular book on … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Books for Grand Canyon Rafting Trips

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Rapids and Wilderness: An Introduction to White Water Rafting

White water rafting offers a unique blend of wilderness and excitement. Whether you're seeking a mild float or an extreme expedition, there's a river rafting trip for you. In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about rafting, … [Read more...] about Rapids and Wilderness: An Introduction to White Water Rafting

rafting tents on the Copper River in Alaska

Alaska Rafting Interactive Map

Below is a map of our favorite multi-day rafting trips in Alaska. Click on the icon on the top left corner of the map do see a drop down list of the rivers. You may also like our more detailed blog post about rafting in Alaska. The prices on the map … [Read more...] about Alaska Rafting Interactive Map

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