The Best Rafting in United States

Looking for the best rafting in United States? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around United States. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top rafting spots in and near United States

Bellingham, Washington

Hangout at Pixie Falls

2.0

Pixie Falls can be accessed during any season; however it’s most enjoyable during the spring and summer months. This waterfall and swimming hole combo is the perfect way to escape the heat and the crowds. On any given day, there will typically be less than 10 people who access the falls. Pixie is...
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Elmore County, Idaho

Explore the South Fork of the Boise River

3.8

In just over an hour, you can leave downtown Boise and arrive above Arrowrock Reservoir in a location so unique that you won't believe you're still in Idaho. The South Fork of the Boise River provides excitement for campers, wildlife lovers, and outdoor goers. Although I just visited for the firs...
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West Glacier, Montana

Paddle Middle Fork Flathead near West Glacier

5.0

Begin your trip at the bridge at West Glacier, there is parking in town and you can walk to the water, or just passed the bridge there are a few spots. Carry gear down to the water from the bridge (easy walking trail down to the edge). Make sure you have run or arranged a shuttle from/to Blanke...
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Broken Bow, Oklahoma

Explore the Lower Mountain Fork River, Beavers Bend SP

5.0

Beavers Bend State Park in Broken Bow, Oklahoma is known for its captivating foliage in the fall; however, another distinct feature that it offers is the Lower Mountain Fork River. The Mountain Fork River is accessible via Highway 259-A off of U.S. 259. The lower part of the river winds through B...
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Ravensdale, Washington

Whitewater Raft the Green River Gorge

5.0

The Green River Gorge is one of the best whitewater options within an hour of the Seattle area. This beautiful scenic rocky gorge offers 14 miles of class III-IV whitewater and lots of great play spots for rafters and kayakers. This section of river is often boated in the late fall, winter, and s...
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Provo, Utah

Floating the Provo River

4.0

There's no better way than spending a hot summer day floating down a river with your friends. The Provo River offers incredible views of Mount Timpanogos and other surrounding mountains in the Provo Canyon. The easiest way to do this adventure is to visit High Country Adventure in the Provo Cany...
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Shaver Lake, California

Camp at Voyager Rock Campground

4.0

The paved road ends at the Maxson Trailhead parking lot on the SE side of Courtright Reservoir. The adventure starts with a glance to the left, down a rock-strewn dirt track that leads off further into the wilderness. You're wondering, "Is that the trail?" and "Do I dare?"The Dusy-Ershim Trail of...
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Marble Canyon, Arizona

Raft The Grand Canyon

5.0

If rafting the Grand Canyon is not towards the top of your bucket list, make room. There are only so many experiences that are so incredible and grand that they can humble, amaze, and awe you day after day during, as well as for the years that follow. This adventure has the ability to strip a per...
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North Rim, Arizona

Hike and Camp at Nankoweap Granaries

5.0

2 mi / 700 ft gain

Hiking to the Nankoweap Granaries can be done in a few ways but the two most popular routes is by boat along the Colorado River or the unmaintained Nankoweap trail, which is considered by most and the park services the most difficult named trail. Nankoweap Creek drains into the Colorado creating ...
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Jasper, Arkansas

Paddle the Buffalo National River: Ponca to Kyle's Landing

5.0

10.3 mi

Put in at the Ponca Bridge, or Steel Creek if the water is too low, for the most scenic float in Arkansas. Paddle surrounded by 3-400 foot bluffs, and through slightly challenging water here and there. Great float for kids as there are plenty of swimming holes.I've done this with my own elementar...
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Jackson, Wyoming

Whitewater Raft the Grand Canyon of the Snake River

5.0

If you have never been whitewater rafting, you should definitely go for the first time to the Grand Canyon of the Snake River. It's an amazing experience, and you can float the river in about two hours depending on the water levels. Afterwards, you can spend the rest of the day at nearby Jackson ...
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Questa, New Mexico

Camp at Rio Grande del Norte National Monument

4.3

2.4 mi / 800 ft gain

Created in 2013 from partly existing public lands, The Rio Grande del Norte National Monument encompasses a large amount of land along the Rio Grande River from the Colorado border to south of Taos. Far from any major city, you'll likely enjoy trails to yourself in the morning and few other visit...
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San Marcos, Texas

Swim at Rio Vista Waterfall

4.7

Located about an hour north of San Antonio. The San Marcos River at Rio Vista Park in San Marcos, a short drive off from I-35. There are pretty trees for setting up your hammock or to have have a picnic in the shade. Rio Vista offers a small waterfall that you can slide down, flotation recommende...
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Frisco, Colorado

Backpack to the Gore Range's Wheeler and Lost Lakes

4.5

10 mi / 2200 ft gain

The range offers many remote lakes and peaks which hikers can access from various points of entry. Wheeler and Lost Lakes lie within the boundaries of the Eagle's Nest Wilderness Area.The Gore Trail begins on the north side of the CO-91 pedestrian bridge over I-70. You will follow the trail up al...
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North Bend, Washington

Swim in the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River

You can reach this area off I-90. Take exit 38. If you are coming from the west (Seattle) take a right after exiting the highway and continue for about 2 miles. You will drive under I-90 and then come to a parking area. This is it! If you are coming from the east it's even easier, turn right...
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Moffat County, Colorado

Float the Yampa River through Dinosaur National Monument

With amazing rivers and hikes, adventure, solitude, diverse wildlife, world-class geology, fascinating human history, oh, and dinosaur fossils, this place is not to be missed.The 46-mile long Yampa River in Dinosaur National Monument sources from Steamboat Springs, and is the last large free-flow...
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