Cataract Canyon
Colorado River
“Cat” offers some of the biggest whitewater in the world during the end of May and early June. An adventure seekers delight. This canyon is truly one of natures spectacles. Later in summer water levels drop making this trip through Canyonlands National Park paddle raft friendly and accessible for anyone 10 years or older.
Cataract Canyon – NEW! 3 Day Paddle Trip.
- Class – IV/V – Class V in big spring run-off
- Days – 3 or 6 days
- Length – 100 miles
- Number of Rapids – 31
- Minimum age – 10, 12 in high water
- Meets – 7 am Moab or Green River
- Cost – $475 to $1,170
- Launch Dates – See “rates and dates”
Looking for some real excitement in one of the most beautiful and remote areas in the country? Our NEW 3 day paddle raft trips in Cataract Canyon will fill the bill.
During July and August the rapids of Cataract Canyon become a paddle raft playground as water levels drop in mid-summer. Our motorized snout boats transport guests and paddle rafts to the top of rapid #1 and then whisk us to Hite Marina and the take out for the return trip home. When the rest of the rest is experiencing “low water” Cataract is the place to be.
Adults $650
Youth $475
Cataract Canyon – 3 or 6 day Motorized|Oar trip.
Our Cataract Canyon 3 and 6 day trips operated by Moki Mac River Expeditions, launching at Mineral Canyon on the Green River and taking out at Hite Marina on Lake Powell, will introduce you to a slice of this magical country. You’ll float a fifty mile section of the Green River through beautiful Labyrinth and Stillwater Canyons, see the confluence of the Green and Colorado Rivers, experience the famous rapids of the Colorado’s Cataract Canyon and end the trip on the northern tip of Lake Powell in the same Red River Adventures style that has made our rafting day trips the” thing to do” in Moab.
These 6 day rowing or 3 day motorized rafting expedition, will include side canyon hiking opportunities, time and weather permitting. Some of our rowing trips may be accompanied by a motorized support raft in high water levels.
Adults $1175
Youth $870
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Cataract Canyon Client Reviews
Leave your comfort zone with confidence, knowing that Carl at Red River is taking care of you
The river trips that we took with Red River Adventures were fantastic. The scenery was magnificent, the guides often focused our attention on points of interest along the way, the food was delicious (my wife is still trying to reproduce some of their salads at home), the guides taught us about river safety and were quick to warn us if there were any challenging sections of whitewater or other dangers, there was time for the boys to explore (hike) along the river and at the campsites. There was a very friendly feel to the entire adventure.
I would not hesitate to recommend anyone to Red River Adventures. I suggest you contact them if you are not too familiar with the trips being offered and someone knowledgeable (maybe even Carl) will be sure to point you in the correct direction. The quality and the safety of the trips is really impressive… Carl understands that families and couples want a unique, safe, fun and affordable experience and he is able to provide this in grand style.
Jerseydad – NJ – October 2010
FAQ
Do I need a reservation
To guarantee space on the trip of your choice, we recommend reservations, especially on holidays and summer weekends. In order to provide the type of trip the we have become known for we do limit the number of people on a launch and we do fill up. In addition a lot goes into the planning of a river trip, including scheduling of guides, drivers, packing lunch for full-day and lunch trips and ensuring that our equipment is always in top-notch condition. Make a reservation as soon as you have a good idea of when you want to raft with us and you'll avoid disappointment. Feel free to call us about reservations at any time @ 1-877-259-4046 or email.
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About Age Limitations
All participants on river trips are required to wear a Coast Guard approved floatation device (PFD).
For Fisher Towers trips we use a weight limit of 40 Lbs. rather than an age restriction. For High Water Cataract Canyon and Westwater trips, we suggest a minimum age of 12 years. On Climbing and Canyoneering trips the limit is 8 years of age. Ask yourself, what kind of previous outdoor experience has the child had? Use your considered judgment on the child's preparedness. On the other end, folks well into their 70's have adventured with us.
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Which Trip to Choose
We are thrilled to have the ability to offer such a wide variety or trips. We also realize that this can create confusion. We are a fantastic resource and look forward to helping you choose the trip that is perfect for you and your group. Please feel free to call or email with any questions you might have, we love to help. Often after a brief conversation with one of our staff the the answers become clear.
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Where do we park/leave our things
There is plenty of secure parking on site at our offices. Valuables can be locked in your vehicles and will be perfectly safe for the duration of your trip. In addition we are more than happy to store anything that you may be extra concerned about in our offices while you are on the river.
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Are there bugs
Thankfully there are very few to no bugs on our trips. The we travel through some of the driest terrain on the planet so there is generally no standing water for bugs to breed in. At the same time the current in the main river section is too swift to allow for breeding. The exception is the put-in for our Desolation Canyon trip. The mosquitoes can be bad at this location. We have taken this into consideration and have our rafts rigged and ready to go when you arrive so that the amount of time you spend there is very short.
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What to Bring
Red River Adventures tries to make your trip with us as easy as possible!
We provide all necessary equipment for you to take part in our river trips including all boats and boating equipment, safety equipment, life jackets, guides, food and beverages and kitchen equipment. We DO NOT provide beer or wine but you are welcome to BYOB! In addition you are welcome to bring, or we can provide at NO ADDITIONAL COST, camping equipment including tents, sleeping bags and inflatable mattresses.You simply bring your own personal clothing and gear. We will provide trip specific lists to assist you in bringing the right things.
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Where You Will Live and Sleep
A river trip is an outdoor experience and should be fun. All of our trips require camping out. There are no improved campgrounds along the river so we set up a portable sanitation facility each evening. It is very similar to an RV toilet except the view is much better and it doesn't flush. We provide hand washing stations and all dishes are done in a 4 step process ensuring complete sanitization. Previous camping experience is NOT required to participate in one of our trips, but you should be prepared and be comfortable with the idea of eating, sleeping, and living in the outdoors. Our guides are there to help and will provide as much or as little assistance as you wish to receive.
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What the Weather is Like
Be prepared for hot (75-110 F degrees) weather during June, July, and August. You can expect cooler temperatures (55-90 F degrees) during April, May, September, and October. August is usually the wettest month (short-lived but intense thunder showers).
April 73|42 May 84|50 June 85|58 July 101|64 Aug 98|63 Sept 89|53
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What You Will Eat
Most trips include all meals beginning with lunch on the first day and ending with lunch on the last day.
No hot dogs and hamburgers here. Our menu includes plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, grilled meats and fish and even hot dutch oven desserts. Guests often remark that the food was remarkable and exceeded even their wildest expectations.
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About Swimming and Fishing
Swimming is as much a part of a great river trip as whitewater and cooking out. Guests are more than welcome to swim on all our river trips. There is no better place to be on a hot summer day than swimming alongside one of our rafts. Catfish and Carp are plentiful in the Green and Upper Colorado Rivers the kids often enjoy fishing when at camp.
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What Risks Are Involved
Red River Adventures has an unblemished safety record. We personally screen and train our employees vigorously each year. Each boatman receives extensive instructions on safety, swift water rescue and first aid training. Our Climbing and Canyoneering guides are highly trained and many are AMGA certified. Our trips take place in rugged, remote "wilderness" settings. You should be in good general health to participate. Non-swimmers can go and are more than welcome. We provide Coast Guard approved life jackets for your safety.
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Beverages
We supply plenty of drinking water, lemonade, breakfast drinks, etc., on each trip. You are welcome to bring your own canned beer, wine, spirits or soft drinks. If you bring wine or liquor, please transfer it into plastic bottles.
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Charter and Group Rates
Red River Adventures offers a group rate discount of 10% to groups of 10 or more. Additional rates reductions are available for school, club, church, or special-interest groups on some trips. We are happy to, when ever possible, customized trip lengths and itineraries. Please contact us for help in arranging your charter trip or for group rate information.
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What To Pack
Please have your personal gear packed into the smallest duffel or day pack possible. These will then be packed into one of our overnight dry bags the morning of your trip. We provide a waterproof river bag for your day use items. We realize this list may seem small. However, in our years of experience these items are all that are needed for a comfortable and safe trip.
- Water Bottle
- Bathing suit or similar
- Sandals or Watershoes
- Shorts
- T- Shirt
- Light Jacket or fleece
- Hat (if you wear them)
- Sun block
- Sunglasses Camera
- Toiletries/Meds
- Small pillow (Airline type)
- Headlamp or flashlight
*Depending on the forecast you may want to include these items:
- Warm Hat Fleece Pants
- Socks|Shoes
- Rain gear
GENERAL
- Please NOTE!!!! There is a time change from AZ to UT. We are 1 hour ahead of AZ.
- Water to refill your bottles is always available. Lemonade is available with lunch.
- There is plenty of secure parking on site. Valuables are safe in your vehicle.
- A credit card will prove handy for balances, t-shirts, ice cream, etc
- At the end of all trips, we will return you to your starting location.
- Guide gratuities are customary.
Rates & Dates
We’re already booking our Cataract Canyon trips for 2012. Pick a date and book yours today!
Cataract Canyon – Colorado River – 2012 Season Dates
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3 Day Trips Depart Fridays – April 22-October 7
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Adult – $650.00 | Child – $475.00
$200.00/person deposit required.
Child = 15 years and under
*All Red River Adventures prices include sleep kits and tents. |
6 Day Trips: Depart
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| April 26-May 1 |
July 12-17 |
September 13-18 |
| May 3-8 |
July 26-31 |
September 20-25 |
| May 24-29 |
August 2-7 |
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| May 31-June 5 |
August 9-14 |
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| June 21-26 |
August 16-21 |
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Adult $1175.00 | Child $870.00
$200.00/person deposit required.
Child = 15 years and under
*All Red River Adventures prices include sleep kits and tents. |
Make your reservation with our office. Meet us in Green River or Moab the evening prior to the trip. The following morning you’ll fly from Green River City or Moab to Mineral Canyon for the river launch. At the end of the river trip, we’ll return you to Green River or Moab from Hite Marina, by van or bus. There is an optional return flight from the end of the rafting trip for an addtional charge of $115.
*Trip is operated by Moki Mac River Expeditions
Book
How to reserve!
Option #1 - Most of our Adventures can be booked ONLINE!
Option #2 - For those trips that can't be booked online (Desolation, Cataract and Westwater) Call 1-877-259-4046 or Email us through our Contact Page
A refundable deposit of 1/3 of trip total is due to guarantee reservation.
Cancellation and final payment policies are outlined below.
Cancellations
Cancellation - Day Trips
Cancellation | A full refund, less $10 booking fee, will be given if cancellation is received prior to Noon the day before your launch. Balance is due day of trip. No fee for changes!
We understand that you will be traveling and that there are often unforeseen events that can change even the best laid vacation plans. Since we run our Fisher Towers trips daily this gives us the ability to let you cancel or change the date, length or number of rafters on your Fisher Towers reservation up to Noon the day before your trip.
Dolores and multi-day Fisher Towers trips
Cancellation | A full refund, less $10 fee, will be given if cancellation is received 7 days prior to launch. Balance is due 7 days prior to launch. Cancellations received less than 7 days before departure forfeit the deposit amount. Changes to the number of participants can be made up until Noon the day before departure. No fee for changes!
Westwater
Cancellation | A full refund, less a $10 fee, will be given if cancellation is received 30 days prior to launch. Balance is due 30 Days prior to trip. Cancellations received less than 30 days before departure forfeit the deposit amount. We will not issue refunds for late arrivals or "no-shows" whether by choice, caused by travel delays, flight cancellations, illness, nor in cases of emergency evacuation. We urge you to consider purchasing trip cancellation/interruption insurance.
Desolation Canyon, Cataract Canyon, Main Salmon.
Cancellation | A full refund, less a $25 per person fee, will be given if cancellations is received more than 90 days prior to trip departure. Balance is due 60 days prior to trip. We will not issue refunds for late arrivals or "no-shows" whether by choice, caused by travel delays, flight cancellations, illness, nor in cases of emergency evacuation. We urge you to consider purchasing trip cancellation/interruption insurance.
No shows/cancellations the day of trip will be charged full fare!
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