About This Trip
The Cataract Canyon 2 day rafting trip is a chance to explore the spectacular sites of the Colorado River through Canyonlands National Park. This is a fully motored trip to cover the 96-mile stretch. Long days will be spent on the water (and rapids!!), and there won’t be much time in camp or side hikes along the way. It’s a speedy trip, but an unforgettable one!
Cataract Canyon 2-day raft trips starting at $989.00.
Map & Facts
TOP 10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT CATARACT CANYON:
- Cataract Canyon length: 96 miles
- Cataract Canyon put-in: Potash
- Cataract Canyon take-out: Hite Marina
- Cataract Canyon rapid class: Class III, IV and V
- Cataract Canyon’s top rapids: Big Drops 2 & 3, Capsize, Rapid 5
- Best for Ages: 10+ low water, 14+ high water
- Located in: Canyonlands National Park
- Notable scenery: Dramatic Red Sandstone, Dead Horse State Park, Green River Confluence
- Notable sites: Ancient granaries, Horseshoe bend hike, Petrified wood field, Tex’s Grotto, Doll’s House
- Average CFS: 2,000 – 60,000 CFS
Booking Options
Standard Rafts
15 foot self-bailing rafts ( 12 guests).
We use Oar Boats or Paddle Boats on these trips depending on water levels. Oar Boats, typically used at high water, come with a frame that give the guide more control with oars. With Paddle Boats, typically used at low water, the guide just has a paddle and relies on you to help get through the rapids!
*12 person minimum for a trip to depart. We will call you if your trip does not meet the minimums. The first day will use a motorboat to get into the rapids section of Cataract Canyon.
- Ages 10+
Reviews from our Guests
Posted on Google Robert SezateTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Creel is amazing! All of these folks are top notch! This was our second time with Mild to Wild….this time we brought family! Best wishes to Creel! His brother might be cool, but Creel is the coolest! 🫡😂 If you’re in the Durango area - book a tour with these folks. You won’t regret it!! Note: looked at my trip advisor post from July 2018. Back then it was Rio who was Ana amazing guide. Creel holds to our previous excellent experience.Posted on Google Shannon GleasonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Trey was an excellent guide. Me and my best friend had the best time and will definitely do it again. I highly recommend Mild to Wild.Posted on Google KenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A very good time, our guide, Colton was great!Posted on Google Shannon AdamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I had a great time and Marcie was a wonderful guide.Posted on Google Jennifer HendersonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great tour from start to finish! All the guides were great. Special shout out to Felix! He made the rafting experience for us first timers so fun and exciting. Highly recommend!Posted on Google Gabriela P.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam was an amazing guide! He went above and beyond to make sure our daughter had the best time. He took her down the falls, let her paddle the raft and made her feel included throughout the trip. She had an absolute blast, and his kindness and patience made the experience even more memorable for our family. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend!Posted on Google Rob RobinsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ann was an amazing guide! Very knowledgeable and a very quick wit. Would go on another trip with her.Posted on Google Kevin FerrellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great ride for our family that included ages 5-7. Kia and Ryder are super guides.Posted on Google Julie CollmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My Hubby, myself and my two 14 year old granddaughters had an absolute blast!! We had Colton as our guide and he was amazing!! Thank you Colton & Mild to Wild!! From the Collman Family!!Posted on Google Ibrahim Sîvan Delzell BorjiginTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good time rafting getting stuck a bit
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Payments & Cancellations
Payment Plan
We start with 35% down, then 35% at 180 days, and 30% at 60 days before your trip. Please call for alternative payment arrangements.
Booking closer to your trip?
- Within 180 days: 65% due at booking
- Within 60 days: paid in full at booking
Minimum deposits apply.
Cancellation Policy
- 60+ days: Receive a refund less $200 per person unrecoverable fees.
- 45+ days: Reschedule for another trip/date, or receive Mild to Wild gift certificate less $200 per person.
- Less than 45 days, unfortunately there will be no refund. Substitutions/name changes are allowed.
- RoamRight Travel Insurance is recommended to help cover unforeseen circumstances, such as cancelled flights, sickness or medical evacuations.
- Guests needing to be evacuated from the canyon will be charged a minimum of $1,000 per person.
Fees
In addition to the listed trip cost, we collect an additional 9% for River and Land Access Fees (ie. Forest Service, BLM, City, Private Land Use).
Trip Departure Policy
We reserve the right to switch river/locations based on current conditions and a minimum number of participants. This trip requires 4 participants or paid seats to depart.
Free Courtesy Hold
We don’t want you to miss out on this trip so we’ll hold your spots, payment-free, for 24hrs while you make your final arrangements & prepare for payment.
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Meet Location & Directions
- Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
- 970-247-4789
- 745 Kane Creek Blvd, Moab, UT 84532
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Mild to Wild Rafting is proud to be an authorized concessioner of Canyonlands National Park.