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See Schedule and Pricing
 Half
Day (7 miles)
1
Day (9 miles)
2
Days (22 miles)
3
Days (53 miles)
5
Days (53 miles)
Please note that these put-in
and take-out locations may change because of
road and flow conditions.
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LOGISTICAL INFORMATION
What to Wear & Bring
The air temperature in the Salt River Canyon in March and
April is typically warm during the day and cool at night,
but the river water is extremely cold. We provide wetsuits,
but you’ll need to bring fleece (synthetic)
or wool clothing for the evening and early morning,
as well as rain gear for wet weather. Click here
to see a complete packing list for single- and multi-day trips.
Getting There...
Both our 1-day and half-day trips meet at the
river. To get there from Globe, drive north on HWY 60 approximately
38 miles to the Salt River Canyon. Cross the bridge and turn
left onto the first gravel road, across from the trading post.
Our meeting area is on the right side of the road about 100
yards away. Please park close to the sign that says “Canyon
Rio Rafting.”
Prices & Launch Schedule
Visit our Launch Dates
page to see costs for all our trips. For single-day trips,
you’ll need to arrive at the parking lot near the HWY
60 bridge 30 minutes prior to your scheduled
departure time.
See Photos of your Trip
Check out your Rafting Photos from the Salt River.
Licensed Permittee
Grand Canyon Outdoor Center, Inc. (dba Canyon RIO Rafting) is a licensed permittee of the
U.S. Forest Service, Tonto National Forest, and the White Mountain Apache Tribe..
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Our season begins
February 28th, We have held over 2008 prices !
SALT RIVER RAFTING
The Salt River glistens with spring runoff from the White Mountains,
offering some of the best Class III and IV rapids in Arizona. Our
experts guide you around boulders, over gaping holes, and through
waves. Between rapids, you’ll marvel at the canyon’s
geology and unique natural beauty, characterized by blooming saguaro
cacti, soaring hawks and bald eagles, and ancient canyon walls.
The mystical power of the Salt River Canyon’s granite gorges,
roaring rapids, and brilliant wildflowers is unsurpassed... no wonder
this canyon is known as the “jewel of the desert.”
Canyon Rio Rafting is committed to providing you with an exceptional
Salt River experience—the most courteous and knowledgeable
guides, the freshest food, and the best gear.
Paddle Raft or Oar Boat: Your Choice
Although most people prefer the excitement of running the river
in a guided paddle raft, you can also ride as a passenger in an
oar boat. To paddle, you must be at least 8 years old and able to
swim.
Late Season “Adventure Floats”
Folks who are extra spirited and athletic can paddle the river
in an inflatable kayak. These kayak trips start in May, when river
flows drop to lower levels.
ABOUT OUR TRIPS
Because of the overwhelming popularity and limited season of this
river, space on our trips is limited. Therefore, we adhere closely
to our cancellation
and rescheduling policy.
Click here to download our Salt
River FAQs (46 KB, printable Word file).
Single-Day
Our single-day trips include half- and full-day options. You’ll
begin the day by meeting us at the river, where you check in, sign
the Apache roster, and get your safety and cold-weather gear. After
all participants have arrived, your trip leader will explain safety
precautions and guidelines. You’ll then be ready for a day
of excitement and beauty in the Salt River Canyon!
Two-Day
If you're short on time, but big on adventure, try our two-day trip.
This 22 mile trip is chock full of Class III and Class IV rapids. Relax
around the campfire before retiring for the evening under Arizona's bright
stars. Don't forget to bring your harmonica and ghost stories!
Multi-Day
Multi-day wilderness trips take you through lots of exhilarating
rapids. Once you pass “Salt Banks”—the mineral
springs that gave this river its name—you leave behind the
thrill-seeking crowds and enter the pristine wilderness of the Salt
River Canyon. If you spend 5 days with us, you’ll have time
to explore spectacular side canyons like the granite, water-carved
mazes of Stone Creek and the refreshing waterfall in Walnut Creek.
We camp on sandy beaches, surrounded by oak-juniper woodlands, saguaros,
and cottonwood trees. Most camps lie along tributaries, where you
can hike and explore the relics of ancient peoples or enjoy the
desert in bloom.
Our multi-day trips include gourmet meals (starting with lunch
on the first day, ending with lunch on the last day). Schedules
vary depending on the number of companies entering the wilderness
section on a given day. Trip size is limited to 13 clients.
LODGING AVAILABLE
Scottsdale Luxury Suites - Scottsdale, AZ
Motel 6 - Globe, AZ
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