Whitewater Rafting on the Clackamas River

The Clackamas River runs through mountain forested nature and is located only ½ hour from the greater Portland area! In addition to being one of the most scenic rivers in all of Oregon, there is no better river for those living in or visiting the Portland area for fun, adventure, and convenience.

In the spring, this Wild and Scenic River is a rockin’, rollin’ class III-IV River, with “the biggest waves in the Cascade Mountain Range” with rapid after classic rapid. When flows are at their highest, Carter Bridge Rapid, Hole-in-the-Wall, Toilet Bowl, Bob’s Hole and other rapids provide an opportunity to get your adrenaline flowing. During the spring we offer full-day trips. <<River Classification>>

In the summer months the river becomes an ideal place for river rafters seeking a fun but not aggressive rafting experience. The scenery, solitude, warm mountain air, and energizing rapids combine to create a perfect river adventure for families, mature travelers, and first-timers featuring fun class III rapids, tranquil calm and beautiful forest scenery. We offer both half and full day trips during the summer months. <<River Classification>>

The Rendezvous

FULL-DAY and MORNING HALF-DAY Clackamas trips meet at 9:30 am.
Afternoon HALF-DAY trips meet at 2:00 pm.

About the River
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About the Clackamas River

One-half hour from Portland, Oregon.
One of the most scenic rivers in the Pacific NW
Class III and IV rapids. <<River Classification>>
All river trips are economically priced.
Special pricing available for groups and non profit organizations.
The trip includes wetsuit, helmet, booties, our exclusive paddle jackets, life jackets, a state of the art custom made SOTAR raft and a professional guide.
The season for rafting The Clackamas River is April through July.

Duration	Cost
Half-Day	Adult $65 Youth* $55
Full-Day	Adult $95 Youth* $75
*under 16 The deli-style meal has every thing you need to make your own garden-variety sandwich. The meal is served with home-style potato salad, baked beans, chips, salsa, fruit, dessert and drinks. Half-day trips feature a celebration complimentary snack and beverage at the end of your trip. All prices include wetsuits, booties, splash jackets, helmets, and life jackets.
Call to see if your group qualifies for one of our discount plans. (e.g. church, scouting, youth groups, soccer teams, etc.)

	Please call us toll free at 1-800-74-FLOAT (35628) to confirm reservations.
	Your river trip includes a wet suit, booties, helmet and our exclusive paddle jackets. You may wear clothes of polypropylene, capalene or synthetic under your wetsuit if you are prone to be cold. AVOID COTTON and DENIM!! To facilitate changing, arrive with a bathing suit on under your clothes. You might want to bring a water bottle to take with you on the river. You may want a towel for changing after the float. Eyeglass retainers are needed if you wear glasses on the river. Thank You!
	Download PDF Fact Sheet about Whitewater Rafting on the Clackamas River.
	Duration: Half Day (2 to 2-1/2 hours) 4-6 miles & Full Day (4 hours) 11-13 miles Trip Times: 9:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. (other times available upon request)
	All trips meet at the Memaloose Weigh Station, about 10 miles south of Estacada on Hwy 224. Once you pass the North Fork Reservoir look for a a large parking area on your left, this is where the guides will meet you. Directions and Map Need a ride? Try sharing a limo: www.abc-limo.net, (503) ABC - LIMO

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Class I:	Easy--Small waves.
Class II:	Medium--Rapids of moderate difficulty with passages clear.
Class III:	Difficult--Waves numerous, high, irregular; rocks; eddies; rapids with passages clear though narrow.
Class IV:	More Difficult--Long rapids; waves high, irregular; dangerous rocks; boiling eddies; best passages difficult to scout; scouting mandatory first time; powerful and precise maneuvering required.
Class V:	Moderately Difficult--We do one Class V waterfall on the White Salmon River. We're good, and we're used to it. No worries.
Class VI:	Unraftable--We don't even do these ourselves.