Southern Oregon Rafting

You should be rafting.

You should definitely be rafting in Southern Oregon.

The Rogue, Kamath, Umpqua, and Illinois rivers allow for half-day, full-day, and multi-day rafting excursions. You will not only find yourself in an adrenaline infused rapid, but also be able to relax, soak in the surroundings and view some of the most beautiful wilderness in Oregon. If you are lucky, you might even catch a glimpse at a majestic bald eagle.

The Rogue River offers rapids ranging from class II to class IV. Trips with supervised guides are not too difficult and the Rogue River has stretches of calm water for those looking for a little excitement mixed with a relaxing trek down the river. For the more adventurous type, you can take single raft, commonly referred to as a Tahiti, down the Rogue River. A popular half day trip begins and ends in Shady Cove.

The Upper Klamath River offers many full-day rafting trips. The Upper Klamath River cuts through the Southern Oregon Cascades filled with class IV rapids. The Upper Klamath River is for the seasoned solo rafter or a professional guide to navigate more than thirty class III and class IV stretches.

For the less experienced rafter, the Lower Klamath River is a great option. It also winds through the Southern Oregon Cascades, but also has many low risk sections and easy points to get in and out of the river. Trips down the Lower Klamath range from 20 to 38 miles long and can last up to 4 days.

The Umpqua River boasts the most rapids per mile than any river in Southern Oregon. The Umpqua River contains class III and class III+ rapids throughout the most commonly rafted areas. There are a few class IV rapids sprinkled throughout the river also.

The North Umpqua River is a beautiful rafting experience. It flows through rich wilderness and steep canyons. The North Umpqua River is also most famous for its crystal clear water. With the beautiful vegetation and pristine water, North Umpqua River is regarded as one of the best white water rafting rivers in the United States.