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"Chuck and all of the guides were
very professional, highly skilled, safety conscious, as well as fun and very
aware of the individual needs of each of the guests. Satisfying a group of
different folks...is a skill in and of itself at which your crew excels. We
recommend you and your company for the opportunity to experience the
Oregon
treasure-the Rogue River." --B. Coe, Rogue River Guest, 2004 |
 Rogue River Trip Description
The Rogue is a beautiful, secluded, whitewater-filled river
with wildlife, solitude, fun rapids, convenient location and easy access. This
all adds up to Rogue River rafting trips being among the world's best
wilderness white water experiences.
Over eighty playful and moderately
challenging rapids and riffles fill the narrow confines of the Wild and Scenic
Rogue River canyon, rendering some of the best whitewater rafting on earth.
Most rapids here are energizing with splashy waves and fun drops. Scenic calms
are found between rapids allowing time to soak in the sun and scenery.
Overnights on the Rogue are equally rewarding. You can sleep in rustic,
charming, and historic lodges or take advantage of our decadent camping set-ups
fit for royalty. Either way, your Rogue river vacation is one that is sure to
leave you with a lifetime of great memories!
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Rogue River rafting adventures take place in one of the most
poetic canyons on earth and perfect for first-time river runners, families and
experienced rafters alike. Destination Wilderness offers
four different Rogue River rafting trip
options to meet your needs. Choose from a Camp Trip or Lodge
Trip. Combination trips are also available, where you can camp
one or two nights and spend the night in the lodge on the other night(s).
Regardless of whether you choose a lodge trip or decide to camp out,
we’re confident you’ll find your Rogue River rafting trip exciting
and very rewarding.
The lodges are charming, cozy, historic, and friendly
places tucked quietly in the trees above the river. The campsites, found
on sandy beaches or in forest glades are also renowned. And, Destination
Wilderness provides all camping gear on these trips. During your Rogue River
rafting trip you’ll have opportunities to visit historic sites and
cabins, such as Zane Grey's writing get-away. We invite you to join us in this
special place called the Rogue River!
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More About Rogue
River Rafting Trips
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Location: Oregon River Rafting Near Grant's Pass
The Rogue River is northwest of
Medford, Oregon in the Siskiyou Mountains. Medford Airport is served by a
variety of airlines that arrive from throughout the U.S. and the world. The
Rogue River is close in proximity to other vacation destinations like Crater
Lake and Grant’s Pass and easily accessible to Northern California and
Oregon’s major cities. It is less than a day's drive from the Bay Area,
Seattle, and Boise.
- River Difficulty: Class III
- III+
The Rogue River is Class III-III+.
Each day on a Destination Wilderness trip you’ll experience playful and
moderately challenging rapids that are ideal for first time rafters, families
with children and experienced river runners alike. Some sections of the Rogue
River have more rapids than others and there are many long, peaceful calms with
scenery that has been described as the most beautiful on earth.
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River Difficulty
Scale:
- Class I: Flat water.
- Class II: Current with small waves
and few obstacles.
- Class III: Rapids with medium
sized waves and few obstacles. Trips are fun and thrilling, ideal for
first-time and experienced rafters.
- Class IV: Rapids with medium to
large sized waves and hydraulics and increased obstacles to avoid.
- Class V: Rapids with large waves
and boat stopping hydraulics. These rapids require several maneuvers to safely
navigate. Class V is very difficult and recommended for experienced rafters
only.
- Class VI: Virtually unrunnable...
for highly skilled experts only!
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- Season: March through
October
The Rogue is a coastal river with
mild weather and runnable flows almost year-round. Temperatures from late May
through June, and then in September, are usually in the high 70's to high 80's
during the day and 50's to 60's at night. July and August temperatures often
reach the 90's and nights are in the 50's and 60's. Due to the coastal
location, rain can occur any time and weather in the canyon can be
unpredictable... always bring rain gear. Wetsuits are required for all spring
and fall trips and will be provided by Destination Wilderness.
 - Gourmet Meals
We serve gourmet breakfast, lunch
and dinner meals prepared with fresh ingredients. We also provide a variety of
beverages with each meal. Each afternoon we set up happy hour snacks and
beverages. We’re glad to prepare foods that you want or need (including
birthday or anniversary cakes). Let us know if you have special dietary
concerns and we’ll cook accordingly.
- Minimum Age Requirements
The usual minimum age for Rogue River
rafting trips is 6 years old except during periods of high water when we raise
the minimum age requirement to 12 years old.
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Gratuities
It’s common to tip river
guides for their services while on adventure trips. Gratuities aren’t
expected, but always appreciated. If you’re happy with your trip, please
let us and your guide(s) know.
- Fishing and Fishing
License Information
The Rogue River is a great place for
fishing. Depending on the season, anglers may land trout, salmon and steelhead.
The gear rafts will gladly carry your personal fishing gear. Oregon requires a
fishing license if you intend to fish during your visit. It may be necessary in
many cases to release the catch, depending on the season. Your guide can help
you obtain a license at the rendezvous. We also offer
Rogue River Fishing Trips which allow
for more time to fish.
Why Choose Destination Wilderness For
Your Rogue River Trip?
 Destination Wilderness
offers the most complete Rogue River trips available. Consider and
compare all that we provide on this great Oregon whitewater rafting
river.
- Your Choice:
 It's Your
Trip. We have been guiding guests on the Rogue River for more than 15
years and believe that the best trip is the trip you desire. We provide a
foundation of safety and seamless logistics along with guides who possess a
wealth of knowledge about the Rogue River's characteristics and wilderness.
From there, we create the trip you want, adjusting to your style and needs
rather than asking you to fit our agenda. Some examples of our catering to your
specific needs include providing for specific meal requests, stopping for
extended side canyon hikes and camping near good fishing holes.
A Variety of
Trip Options. With Destination Wilderness you can choose between camp
trips, lodge trips, or a camp/lodge combination. We offer 3, 4 and 5-day camp
trips and 3-day lodge trips. We also offer opportunities to paddle in rafts and
inflatable kayaks or you can enjoy the ride in an oar boat. We're happy to
customize trips to meet your wants and needs.
- Your Safety:
Minimum of Two Rafts
and Two Guides per Trip. On all of our Oregon whitewater rafting trips
we always have at least two licensed guides on the
water. We believe that the safest possible trip starts with appropriate
staffing and two or more guides are more effective than one. Therefore, we
always have at least two rafts and two guides on each trip.
Full Safety
Orientation and Gear. Before each Rogue River rafting trip we provide
a thorough safety and instructional orientation. For example, as part of our
full safety gear ensemble each client that paddles in the inflatable kayaks are
provided with helmets. We also provide wetsuits and paddle jackets free of
charge when needed.
Experienced
Crews. Each and every year Destination Wilderness is a leader guiding
multi-day trip guests on the Rogue River. We run trips every week in the heart
of the summer, resulting in a crew that knows the characteristics of the Rogue
River and the surrounding wilderness.
 - Your Comfort:
Smaller Group
Size. Typically, our Rogue River rafting trips are limited to 12
guests and four guides. We have the ability to take more at select times during
the season but we generally prefer to keep group sizes reasonable in order to
maximize your wilderness experience.
Personable Guest to Guide Ratio. We run Rogue
River white water rafting trips with one guide for every three or four guests,
a ratio we feel enhances each guest's experience in relation to safety, comfort
and good company.
- Your Convenience:
Personal Camping
Gear Included. All of our Rogue River rafting trips include sleeping
bags, tents and sleeping pads. If you’re limited on space or prefer not
to lug your stuff around then let us make your preparation for the trip
easier!
Additional Help with Pre and Post Trip Transportation and Lodging
Available. We’ll gladly share our comprehensive knowledge of the
Rogue River area and assist with transportation and lodging needs you have.
- Your Satisfaction:
We're confident you will
find your experience with Destination Wilderness to be exceptionally exciting
and rewarding!
Rogue River Trip Prices
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We offer 3, 4 and 5-Day
whitewater rafting trips on the Rogue River. We offer both
camp trips, on which we provide all of the personal camping gear, and lodge
trips during which you spend each night at a rustically luxurious homestead in
the river canyon. Note: Youth is under 16; the minimum age is six.
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3-Day Camp Trip |
$690 |
$650 |
Anytime in March, April, May and
September |
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3-Day Lodge Trip |
$740 |
$690 |
Anytime in March, April and May; May 31; June 7,
14, 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26; August 2, 9, 16, 22, 30; Sept. 3, 8, 13, 18,
23, 28; Oct. 3, 8, 13, 18, 23 |
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4-Day Camp Trip |
$780 |
$720 |
Anytime in April, May, and early June; May 26;
June 2, 7, 10, 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21, 28; August 4, 6, 11, 14, 19, 22, 30;
Sept. 3 |
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5-Day Camp Trip |
$980 |
$850 |
June 30; July 7, 28; August 4, August 14 (other
dates by request) |
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Camp-Lodge Combo |
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These trips are available throuhout the spring,
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Space is limited: RESERVE YOUR ROGUE RIVER RAFTING TRIP
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Please add 6%
land/government use fee to the above prices. NOTE: Other dates may be
available. Please contact our office for more information. For some trips
Destination WIlderness is a booking agent for Rogue Excursions, our affiliate
company.
All trips begin in
Galice, Oregon. Prices include all river equipment, food, guides, personal
camping gear such as tents, sleeping pads, and sleeping bags, waterproof bags,
camp chairs, and shuttle from Foster Bar to Galice at the end of the trip.
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