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We strive to ensure that time spent with us is time that you will always look back on fondly. We want to leave you with a memories that bring a smile to your face no matter where you are, no matter what you are doing, and no matter how much time has passed. In addition to a deep reservoir of personal experience, our rafting guides are licensed by the state of Utah, have Wilderness First Responder and/or First Aid/CPR certifications, and are insured. Many guides also have swiftwater rescue training. Our climbing and canyoneering guides are AMGA-certified for the terrain in which they operate. Our skiing guides are certified for the terrain, and some are world-renowned for their experience. All of our guides are intimately acquainted with not only the river, rock and snow, but also with the incredible surroundings of the areas we guide.

River Rafting Reviews and Red River Adventure Testimonials!

Patrick Cavanaugh
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Patrick Cavanaugh
September 9, 2025

This was the best climbing instruction I've ever received. 10/10!

Tom Estep
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Tom Estep
September 5, 2025

My wife and I had a safe and canyoneering experience with Red River Adventures. The hiking, views, and rappels were scenic and thrilling. Extra shout-out to our guides Mary and Derek. We will go with Red River again next time we visit Moab.

Allison Fladung
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Allison Fladung
September 5, 2025

We booked a private guide climbing trip for two relatively inexperienced climbers. Carl was an expert climber and a great teacher. Had a very good sense of where we were as climbers and moved around to routes that challenged us and helped us grow. He was patient and willing to teach and review more advanced anchor and belay techniques. We had the best day ever and smiled the whole time.

Danielle Watson
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Danielle Watson
September 2, 2025

Amazing experience! Liz was a wonderful guide on the river and the whole group had fun! Definitely book this place if you are thinking about river rafting.

Ashith E N
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Ashith E N
September 2, 2025

Guides, service, and equipment were good, no complaints about that. However, the Fisher Tower rafting is just Class 1/2 during this time of the year, but on the website it’s listed as Class 2/3. It's just sitting on the raft for 1.5 hrs and paddling for barely 5-10 mins. The scenery was nice though.

Gwyneth Kram
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Gwyneth Kram
September 1, 2025

Our guide Liz made the trip! Though the scenery was beautiful- she made what may have been a slightly less exciting experience more fun. The water was low (to no fault of the company) and the rapids were level 1, 2 at best. Liz's knowledge of the area, ability to connect with a wide range of people, and her personal stories of rafting were incredible. From start to finish the company was kind, thorough, and professional. We had an amazing trip on the river and highly recommend this adventure! Book this today! P. S. Our bus driver was also top notch!

Brigitte Schmid
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Brigitte Schmid
August 31, 2025

Tolles Erlebnis, das uns alle begeistert hat! Konnten unsere eigentlich geplante Tour wegen des Wetters nicht gehen, woraufhin uns "Bow and Arrow" als Alternative angeboten wurde. Wir wurden nicht enttäuscht!! Es war toll! Das "Abseilen " war spektakulär und dank unserer tollen Führerin haben wir uns nie unsicher gefühlt! Einfach genial! Selbst unsere (jugendlichen) Jungs waren hin und weg! Was will man mehr?!

wesley siegfried
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wesley siegfried
August 31, 2025

Our tour guide Erin was great!! Full of info of all the spots in moab! Got to stop on a island in the middle of the river with the kiddos for some snaks and photos, such a great experience!!! We'll worth it would recommend it 👌 😉

j
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j
August 31, 2025

This tour was amazing! Great easy level 1&2 rapids fun for the whole family. Aaron was a great jokster guide. Lunch was awesome. Great adventure!!

Susan Herschberger
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Susan Herschberger
August 30, 2025

The water was low due to the time of year, but Liz made it really fun, telling stories and encouraging swimming. Even when we had a little issue with the pick up vehicle, the staff jumped into solution mode and got us all back with very little inconvenience. Very professional!

Nathan Sun
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Nathan Sun
August 30, 2025

Great experience overall!! I did the “full day” expedition and it was a surreal and calming experience down the Colorado river! The guide, Erin, and the other staff Dave, Liz, and Sam were all accommodating and hospitable from the instructing the team mechanics when operating a raft to supplying the lunch and snacks for the tour group! Will definitely come back!

Mike Vandal
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Mike Vandal
August 29, 2025

Great time had by all! Awesome experience! Lunch was really good too!

T S
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T S
August 27, 2025

Beautiful views while enjoying a nice float down the river. Smaller rapids in August. Erin and Paige were great guides.

Maria Perez
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Maria Perez
August 27, 2025

We had a great time, Sam and Mary are wonderful and patient, we learned a lot from them.

Scott Brown
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Scott Brown
August 26, 2025

Sam n Mary are incredible climbing leaders. Very informative n lots of fun!!

Deb
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Deb
August 26, 2025

Our family of four took the Fisher Towers full day tour and it was wonderful! The views were amazing and the picnic was delish! Our guide Erin was informative and a complete joy.

Margee
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Margee
August 26, 2025

We had a fabulous time canyoneering with my family (8/9 year old kids). Sam and Mary were our guides for the Bow and Arrow 1/2 day hike. They pointed us to nearby attractions, discussed safety but most importantly showed us a great time! We appreciate their patience (even in the heat!). Thank you

Kelly and Stephen Crawford
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Kelly and Stephen Crawford
August 24, 2025

It was great!! Wonderful time and would do it again!

Jeannette Watson
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Jeannette Watson
August 23, 2025

Our guide Mary was excellent! Very knowledgeable, kind, and easy to get along with. It felt just like another day hanging out at the crag in a surreal environment. Mary was so thoughtful in her instruction to newbies and seasoned climbers in the group. Gave 1:1 attention to everyone and helped us stay curious throughout the process! 10/10 would crag with Red River again!

Izaac Williams
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Izaac Williams
August 22, 2025

Great experience! The team was very nice and helped our group get to know each other and get over that initial awkwardness. Our guide was Emily and she was phenomenal, super fun, and made the trip more fun with raft activities while also keeping us safe. I’d definitely book another trip with red river!

Sheri Winn
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Sheri Winn
August 19, 2025

The guide was very good and we had a great time

Zachary Bezenek
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Zachary Bezenek
August 18, 2025

Guides were great and the bus driver dave was super cool! Only note, would recommend going on a year with either more water, or earlier in the season (late spring, early summer) for best results!

William Rimmer
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William Rimmer
August 16, 2025

Adam was a fantastic guide! Managed all the skill levels in our group and provided a fantastic experience:)

Matt Shaw
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Matt Shaw
August 16, 2025

I had such a great time! The guides were hilarious and friendly. The trip was well organized and FUN! Shout out to Erin, a.k.a. The Great Blue HErin.

Terri
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Terri
August 15, 2025

Johnny was a fun and great guide I highly recommend Red River Adventures

Julie Voigt
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Julie Voigt
August 15, 2025

It's a fun time. Not too much white water, although we did get stuck on a rock and had to get hit by another raft to get off. Erin was fun and knowledgeable.

Kevin Conroy
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Kevin Conroy
August 15, 2025

Epic day on the “Red River”. Guide (Emily)was outstanding totally knew what she was doing and made the experience unforgettable bonus lunch was delicious. Super fun / seamless

Matt Wright
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Matt Wright
August 12, 2025

Our 1/2 day raft float trip was a highlight of our vacation in Moab. Our guide, Erin; was fun, exciting and knowledgable about the area. Our family of 6 will definitely use Red River Adventures when we go back to Moab someday!

Dan Kropas
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Dan Kropas
August 12, 2025

Great experience. Lots of fun. Very accommodating, accomplished and fun guide. We had plants of time to play rafting games and swim as we choose. All guides are very personable but I think our guide John was the best.

Kim Iasielo
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Kim Iasielo
August 12, 2025

My husband and I enjoyed every minute of our experience with Red river. Guides were hilarious, fun and made the raft ride unforgettable! Can't wait to come back with our kids!

Michaela Springer
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Michaela Springer
August 11, 2025

we had a great full day raft trip with our river guide, emily! super grateful to red river for accommodating gluten free so well on the lunch break!

Kristy McClure
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Kristy McClure
August 11, 2025

Our family of five had such a great time on the Morning Glory Canyoneering excursion. Mary was such a fabulous guide and helped us get over our nerves. Highly recommend.

Zina Waldron
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Zina Waldron
August 10, 2025

We had a great time with Erin! The trip was fun and exciting. Two of us are gluten free and they accommodated us!!! Lunch was fantastic. We would highly recommend Red River for a Colorado River rafting trip, with family and friends. Erin was a very exciting and fun person to be with on the trip! We will be back! Thanks Red River.

Cyr Vinci (vincicyr)
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Cyr Vinci (vincicyr)
August 10, 2025

We had a great time and enjoyed every minute. We recommend.

Pamela Lambert
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Pamela Lambert
August 10, 2025

John was a great guide. Laid back and knowledgable. Understood who was on his raft and created the experience to fit the clients. Had a blast!

Tim Baker
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Tim Baker
August 10, 2025

All of the employees were amazing. Jenna was our rafting guide and she was awesome!

Amanda Saunders
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Amanda Saunders
August 8, 2025

The guides are a blast! They are hilarious and full of fun! Our rafting experience was incredible!

Marilyn Orr
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Marilyn Orr
August 8, 2025

John was a terrific guide. We also really enjoyed our time with the French family. We worked well as a team under John’s guidance. Such a good day on the Colorado River! We’ll be back!

Deidre Menefee
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Deidre Menefee
August 5, 2025

Loved the whole experience. The guides (and driver, Dave) were all knowledgeable and very entertaining. Erin was our guide and was phenomenal- personable, intelligent, and must be a real asset to the team! Great time!

Lincoln Billado
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Lincoln Billado
August 4, 2025

Our family has Savannah as our guide, and she did an excellent job at entertaining us! The rapids were low this time of year, so I'd suggest going earlier in the summer. The boat experience was lax and the staff were great!

Jason Hanson
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Jason Hanson
August 4, 2025

Exceptional professionalism. Our guide Nate was fabulous with our family group, including our 8 year old twin girls. He took extended time with each one explaining the operation and safety features for each belay. He spoke softly and patiently with each girl as if her safety and concerns were the most important thing in the world to him. Never rushed. Never impatient. Each girl took more than 10 minutes to take those first few steps backward off the edge of the cliff--and when they did it was because of the confidence he instilled within them. Their beaming faces and sense of accomplishment were unlike anything we could create on our own. Nate helped create for us what will be a fond a life-long memory for our family. Thanks, Red River Adventures !

Jaguar Vinyle
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Jaguar Vinyle
August 4, 2025

A splendid way to discover Lions Canyon with our teenagers . The explanations of our guide were clear and insightful.

Jennifer Boston
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Jennifer Boston
August 4, 2025

We had an amazing day rafting with Red River. A big thanks to all of the staff, especially our guide Jonathan. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and extremely accommodating to our family, especially our two kids. We learned fun raft games as well as interesting facts and history about the area, all while enjoying some fun rapids and a lot cooling off in the river.

Anna Beck
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Anna Beck
August 4, 2025

This was a great company. Super helpful and accommodating. I am really glad we went with them!

Aaron Ogden
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Aaron Ogden
August 3, 2025

The Utah School of Deaf and Blind had a wonderful experience Canyoneering with Adam and Rock Climbing with Nate. They were very accommodating to the needs of our students and staff. When the students asked what their favorite activity was during their week long adventure camp in Moab their response was, "Canyoneering!" That was music to my ears. Thank you for a great experience.

Brianna
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Brianna
August 3, 2025

We had a wonderful time rafting, so much so that we went back a 2nd time! Our guide Genna was very friendly and knowledgeable of the area. Water was not too crazy, and we were able to get out of the raft and swim. The communication and instructions were clear & the views were spectacular. Would definitely recommend!

Chad Trinkner
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Chad Trinkner
August 3, 2025

We had an excellent time courtesy of Mary, Jonathan, and Adam. We did Long Bow with Mary and we felt extremely safe and left thinking we could repel anywhere. Then we went white water rafting with Jonathan and although there were not a lot of rapids he introduced some games and made it a blast. Last we finished with Chamisa Canyon with Adam and it was amazing. Adam was an amazing photographer and we had a blast. Definitely recommend Red River to anyone traveling to Moab.

Julie Trybula
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Julie Trybula
August 3, 2025

Our tour guide Gen was amazing

Kate Wolverton
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Kate Wolverton
August 3, 2025

great time on the river

Jessy Trinkner
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Jessy Trinkner
August 2, 2025

We had three awesome adventures with Red River on our trip to Moab. We had Mary for the Bow and Arrow canyoneering experience and it was awesome. She was great teaching skills needed to stay safe and enjoy the morning. We went rafting with Jonathan that afternoon and he made everyone in our boat have a great trip, teaching us about the river and surrounding area and playing games with us throughout the adventure. Our last experience was canyoneering with Adam. We did the Chasima canyon experience which included a lot of fun scrambling and repelling and he made the day fun, exciting and taught us a lot about the area. All three were an amazing experience! Thank you!!!