One Day Utah Rafting Trips

Both the Green and Colorado Rivers make for fun one-day rafting trips with mostly Class II rapids. You’ll find small to medium-sized rapids mixed in with calm stretches, creating an enjoyable day on the river with steady movement and occasional splashes.

The Colorado River is a silt-laden desert river with water temperatures that are comfortable for cooling off on a hot summer day. The current is steady, with long calm stretches of flowing water and a few small rapids mixed in, making for a relaxed and enjoyable day on the river.

The Green River is also a silt-laden desert river with water temperatures that feel good for cooling off during the summer. The day includes mostly calm, flowing water with a few small rapids along the way, creating an easygoing and enjoyable day on the river.

On both rivers, you'll float past stunning canyon walls, colorful mesas, and vibrant rock formations. The landscape around Moab and Green River is typical of the red-rock desert, with sweeping views of cliffs, buttes, and valleys carved over millennia by the rivers. The scenery is both serene and dramatic, making the rafting experience visually spectacular.

Wildlife sightings vary, but it’s common to see great blue herons along the river, with hawks and eagles sometimes overhead. With a bit of luck, you may also spot bighorn sheep or coyotes along the canyon walls or riverbanks. Watching wildlife in its natural desert river setting is a quiet highlight of the trip.

For the Green River trip, you’ll meet at our warehouse in Green River, Utah. From there, we’ll take care of transportation to the river to begin the trip.

For the Colorado River trip in Moab, we meet at our vacant lot on Main Street. After checking in, we’ll shuttle to the launch site at Hittle Bottom to start the day on the river.

Transportation is provided for both trips, making it easy to get to and from the river.

The Green River 1-Day trip meets at our warehouse in Green River, Utah. We’ll get everyone checked in and then take care of transportation to the river to begin the trip.

The Moab 1-Day trip meets at our vacant lot on Main Street in Moab. After checking in, we’ll shuttle to the launch site at Hittle Bottom and get ready to start the day on the river.

Yes. These one-day trips work well for people who have never rafted before. The rapids add some splash and excitement, and the pace of the day leaves plenty of time to relax and enjoy being on the river.

Yes. The Green and Colorado River trips are a good fit for families who want to spend a day on the river together. For children, a minimum weight of 50 pounds is required so they can properly fit into life jackets.

The best time to raft the Green and Colorado Rivers is during spring and summer when temperatures are warm, and water levels are ideal for rafting. Late spring (May) and early summer (June) offer more exciting rapids due to higher water flows, while later summer provides a more mellow experience.

Gray Canyon feels timeless. The cliffs rise straight out of the river, the pace slows down, and the scenery just keeps unfolding as you float downstream. It’s quiet, beautiful country, and the kind of place where the river really sets the rhythm for the day.

This trip is a great fit for families, first-time rafters, and anyone who wants a relaxed day outdoors without rushing from one rapid to the next. It’s social, scenic, and easygoing — the kind of trip where the day seems to pass too quickly.

The Colorado River through the Fisher Towers area delivers classic Moab scenery from the best seat in the house — the river. Red rock walls tower above you, the canyon bends and twists, and there’s always something new around the corner. It feels like you’re moving through the heart of canyon country.

This section of river packs a lot into one day. The scenery is bold and dramatic, with massive rock formations rising straight out of the water. It’s one of those places where people stop paddling just to look around.

If you want big scenery, a little more visual drama, and that classic Moab feel, this is the trip. It’s great for families, couples, and anyone who wants a memorable day on the water without committing to a longer expedition.

Yes. Both rivers offer the option to paddle an inflatable kayak if you’re looking for a more hands-on experience. Even small rapids feel bigger when you’re closer to the water, and it’s a fun way to change up the day.

The Green River trip travels through the castle-like cliffs of Gray Canyon, while the Colorado River trip winds past the dramatic red rock walls of the Fisher Towers area near Moab. Both trips offer classic Utah canyon scenery that’s best seen from the river.