Cataract Canyon 3 Day Rafting Trip

Colorado River

About This Trip

If you want to explore the most wild areas of Canyonlands National Park in a short amount of time, a Cataract Canyon 3 day rafting trip is the way to go. Keep in mind, this trip is motored to make the 96 mile journey in just 3 days.

The first part of this Colorado River trip will be spent relaxing on the boat and taking in the colossal scenery of an ever-growing canyon. Along the way is a seldom-seen view of Dead Horse State Park, ancient ruins nestled in the cliffs, and one of most significant confluences in the American West— where the Green River meets the Colorado.

On day 2, you’ll strap in to your PFDs and helmets, and hold on tight through some of the biggest waves the Colorado River has to offer. Day 3 will serve up whitewater for breakfast (after real breakfast) followed by a calm cruise to Lake Powell for the journey’s end.

Get ready for a wilderness adventure filled exhilarating rapids, delicious meals, beautiful desert beaches, and some of the starriest skies you’ve ever seen.

Cataract Canyon 3-day raft trips start at $1149.00.

Cataract Canyon Quick Facts

What's So Special About Cataract Canyon?

Overview

Location / Season

Canyonlands National Park, UT

March – October

Restrictions

Ages: Low Water: 10+, High Water: 14+

Class of Rapids

High Water: IV – V

Low Water: III – IV

Meet Time

7:00 AM

Boat Options

S-Rig & Snout Rig

Book Your Trip

3 Day Cataract Canyon Trip

Trip Planning

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

S-Rig & Snout Rig

This trip utilizes custom motorized S-rigs and Snout Rigs, allowing for unparalleled comfort and speed to navigate the 96 mile journey from put-in to take-out. These river-running machines allow for the biggest action Cataract Canyon has to offer. You’ll experience the mightiest of waves the Colorado River, while smaller and less stable crafts are often forced to row around much of the canyons premiere action.

Ages 10+

Youth (10-15)

$1149

Adult (16+)

$1249

Military/Senior (65+)

$1149

Reviews from our Guests

    
 
 
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   Sandra Perez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We booked a tour of Mesa Verde for a full day. Arrived at 8:00; returned at 4:30. The day was not a blue bird sky day - we had clouds, drizzle, rain and grey but the experience was surreal. Overlooks of amazing architecture in the cliffs, pit adobes in the corn fields, storage of grain in the cliffs - all viewed easily from the road and overlooks. Easily seen but not easily understood. That’s where our tour guide, Jay was an incredible asset. He added so much to our viewing of these spaces that we will take away incredible knowledge of the Pueblan People. And then the tour of the Palace. WOW! In fact, WOW was the word of the day! Jay was the best of the best. I have gone with Viator before and have not been disappointed. They pick the best tour companies in the area. Thanks Jay for a wonderful experience.
  
 
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   R C 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Eli was amazing!!!!  Well guided and have to say we were the only boat to have one maybe two people go overboard!  Haha!  But seriously, calm, knowledgeable and fun!
  
 
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   Deb Terry 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From start to finish our guide,  Tim made sure that we had the absolute best experience on the Jeep tour! The sites that he took us to,  the information he gave us ensured a memory of a lifetime! Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Crystal Lemmons 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The half day kayak trip was an adventure worth experiencing. Eli was our guide and was helpful and enjoyable.
  
 
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   R Di Wu 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hannah our guide was amazing!! She took expert care of two moms and our 5 and 7 year old kids!! All the other guides played water gun battle with our kids the whole trip!! Paton was the other guide and I forgot the other names 😭 everyone was awesome 😀 Highly recommend!! We also tried Tom's for Canadian food like the guides recommended and it was delicious!!!  Thank you!!! Will be back!!!
  
 
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   Oleksii Misiura 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. First time on the rafting, and i received best experience, highly recommend this place to visit Special thanks to the instructors Eli, Hannah and Payton, best guy's!
  
 
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   Dmytro Dmytrenko 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really emotional and fun trip, thanks to all team. Everyone should try kayaking
  
 
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   Trey Walker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Creed and Peyton were awesome guides! Would highly recommend checking out this place.
  
 
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   Nikki Coppola 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Peyton was an awesome guide! Beautiful scenery and so much fun!

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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.