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Cataract Canyon, Canyonlands National Park, Colorado River Rafting



Colorado River and Green River
Cataract Canyon Rafting Expeditions in Canyonlands National Park


Check out this National Geographic Adventure article about the spring run-off in Cataract Canyon:
Utah, Go Bigger Than The Grand

     The redrock country of Cataract Canyon and Canyonlands National Park harbors some of the most unique and beautiful landscapes on earth. There is no better way to see and experience the heart of this magnificent region than by Colorado River rafting through Cataract Canyon in the heart of Canyonlands National Park. This Colorado River Rafting expedition offers some of the best hiking on earth for those who take our longer trips. It also offers Cataract Canyon's famous rapids that can be larger than those found in Grand Canyon during the spring run-off. The trip concludes with a world class scenic flight back over Utah's Canyonlands National Park. Make sure to allow yourself a couple of days in Moab before or after your Cataract Canyon rafting expedition. View our Cataract Canyon Rafting Slideshow.

Cataract Canyon
Canyonlands National Park
Colorado River & Green River

Meet in Moab, Utah
The standard transportation package for all Cataract Canyon expeditions includes a scenic charter flight back to Moab at the conclusion of the river trip. The cost of the flight ($120) will be added to your account balance when we confirm your reservation. Other transportation arrangements are possible. Please contact us for more information.
3-Day
Motor
There are no trips available for this year. $795.00
4-Day
Motor
There are no trips available for this year.
* Women's Yoga Solstice Retreat
$995.00
5-Day
Rowing
Sept. 5-9, September 12-16. $1195.00
6-Day
Motor
NATURAL HISTORY EXPEDITION
There are no trips available for this year. Co-sponsored by Oklahoma State University. Retrace Powell's epic journey to the confluence of the Green and Colorado Rivers. Emphasis on geology, ecology, and the history of the area.
$1295.00
7-Day
Rowing
AUTUMN/SPRING RAFTING WITH HIKING
October 10-16.
$1495.00


Cataract Canyon Rafting in Canyonlands National Park

Colorado River Rafting

3-Day Motorized Raft Trip
Colorado River from Moab to Hite
100 Miles

During the spring run-off, Cataract Canyon has some of the largest rapids in North America. During the high water season we use our 22-foot or 37-foot motor rigs. For those who are mainly interested in running some big rapids, our 3-day motor trip is the one for you. All of our expeditions in Canyonlands National Park originate in Moab, Utah. Our optional round-trip transportation package includes ground transportation from Moab to the starting point, and a scenic charter flight back to Moab at the conclusion of the Cataract Canyon rafting trip.

Cataract 3-day Motorized Trip
Cataract Canyon Pictographs on the Colorado River

4-Day Motorized Raft Trip
Colorado River from Moab to Hite
100 Miles

Our four day Colorado River trip through Canyonlands National Park provides more opportunities for hiking, exploring, and relaxing. The extra day is needed to fully experience the beauty of the canyon. All of our expeditions in Canyonlands National Park originate in Moab, UT. Our optional round-trip transportation package includes ground transportation from Moab to the starting point, and a scenic charter flight back to Moab at the conclusion of the Cataract Canyon rafting trip.

Cataract 4-day Motorized Trip

Cataract Canyon Rafting Rafting Cataract Canyon

5-Day Rowing Trip
Colorado River from Moab to Hite
100 Miles

When the Colorado River starts to drop during the summer, motor rigs are exchanged for rowing rafts. The rapids are a little smaller, but Cataract Canyon is just as beautiful. The river itself warms up and makes for great swim opportunities before the rapids. Our five day rowing trip offers plenty of time for off river exploration and hiking. All of our expeditions in Cataract Canyon and Canyonlands National Park originate in Moab, UT. Our optional round-trip transportation package includes ground transportation from Moab to the starting point, and a scenic charter flight back to Moab at the conclusion of the Cataract Canyon rafting trip.

Cataract 5-day Rowing Trip