This is a beautiful time to be in the Greater Yellowstone area! Elk, Antelope, and Big horn sheep have begun to return to the valley floor and we are just starting to see the first colors of autumn appear along the banks of the Yellowstone River. The days are hot and our half day whitewater trip is just the thing to take the edge off. We are taking reservations through Sept. 15th for half day trips at 10am and 2pm, as well as, Full day trips, and Kayak trips. Our Paddle and Saddle combo trips are scheduled to continue through Sept. 9th. Come find out why the locals love this time of year!
Yellowstone River Rafting
Big, beautiful and free-flowing, the Yellowstone River rolls along the north boundary of Yellowstone National Park and through the many rapids of upper Paradise Valley. This is a wonderful river for all ages.
Help the Yellowstone Raft Co. celebrate our 31st season running trips on the Yellowstone River!
We have the permits so that our half day trips run all the rapids from Gardiner to Corwin Springs. We are by far the most experienced raft company on this river and are pleased and proud to have seven returning guides this season.
Call 1-800-858-7781 any day for reservations or more info.
Help the Yellowstone Raft Co. celebrate our 31st season running trips on the Yellowstone River!
We have the permits so that our half day trips run all the rapids from Gardiner to Corwin Springs. We are by far the most experienced raft company on this river and are pleased and proud to have seven returning guides this season.
Call 1-800-858-7781 any day for reservations or more info.
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Half Day Yellowstone Whitewater
Our experienced guides will show you fun and excitement on this outstanding 8 mile, Class II-III white water stretch of the Yellowstone. This is a perfect shorter trip for your family. Trip times are 10 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 2 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 5:15 p.m. Approximately 2 hours on the water and a 3-hour round trip.
All trips begin at our office where our friendly staff will check you in, answer any questions you may have, and help you get geared up. A short drive will take you to the river access site right at the Northern Boundary of Yellowstone, where the Gardiner River joins the Yellowstone River. After a brief river orientation and paddle instruction we get right into the action with waves we affectionately call "Wake Up" followed by "Pumphouse rapids" and "Bridge Rapids". Next comes "Maneater", "Julia's waves", "Locher's", "Picketts" and "Rock Garden". All fun rapids guaranteed to give you the splashes you've come for. At this point the rapids become a little more spread out and you'll have the opportunity to take in some of the scenery before "Queen of the Waters" and "Airport rapids". Pristine views of Mount Sepulcher and Electric Peak will captivate you as you float towards the "Sleeping Giant", a rapid known for its late summer awaking. You'll pass by Osprey nests and Bald Eagles as they fish along the banks of the mighty Yellowstone. Brave rafters will have a chance to feel the current if they choose to swim through "Swimmers Rapid". You'll pass by The Devil's Slide and witness geothermal phenomenon at La Duke Hot Springs. "Preacher's, Brogans, and Last Chance Rapids" will conclude the half day trip just upstream of Corwin Springs, a small Montana community steeped with history. Due to our longevity and permits our half day trip is the longest half day trip on the Upper Yellowstone. From the takeout a driver will bring you back to our office where you can change into dry clothes and check out photos of yourself, friends, and family braving the rapids. Our office is located downtown and within walking distance of many fine restaurants and local gift shops.
Adult $37.00
Child $27.00
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Full Day Yellowstone River
Set aside a full day of your visit to the Yellowstone area for an unforgettable 17-mile trip down this magnificent river. The Yellowstone offers exciting Class II-III rapids in a spectacular setting. The Trip departs at 9:30 a.m. You'll return to the office about 3:30 p.m. depending on water levels.
The full day trip begins right at the boundary of Yellowstone and you'll get all the fun rapids of the half day trip and more. The Full day trip continues on down the river for another nine miles past the half day take out, stopping at a private beach with a superb swimming hole and shade trees. Our deli style lunch is the best on the river, prepared for you by your guide on the beach. After lunch there will be time to relax and take in more of the lasting vistas of the Greater Yellowstone area and Paradise Valley. During the last five miles of the trip you'll find yourself floating through the historic and legendary, rock walled Yankee Jim Canyon. There you'll find "Yankee Jim's Revenge", "Big Rock", "The Pinch", and "Boxcar" rapids. A few small rapids will conclude your trip and leave you ready to do it again tomorrow!
Adult $80.00
Child $60.00
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Scenic
Join us for a relaxing 2 hour trip seeing the world at natures pace. We start our trip along the northern border of Yellowstone National Park under the towering Electric Peak. You'll pass by natural geologic wonders such as Boiling Beach, La Duke Hotsprings, and the Devil's Slide. This trip is designed for people looking to take in the vistas and hear about the rich history of the area while being rowed through minor whitewater and relaxing calm stretches.
$37 for Adults
$27 for Children (minimum age is 5 yrs old)
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Meeting Place: All River trips meet at our office at #111 2nd St. in Gardiner. We are located on Highway 89, one block north of the park or 2 blocks south of the Yellowstone River Bridge, across the street from the K-Bar Restaurant. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your trip time. 1-800-858-7781