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"We took the Clackamas trip
last week and had the BEST time. Our guide, Steel, was incredible. He made
the trip worth the drive up from L.A. Thank you for a very memorable
day!"
--S. Waters, Clackamas River Whitewater Trip
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 - Clackamas River Rafting Trip
Overview
The Clackamas River is one of the most popular and
easily accessible whitewater rafting rivers to Portland, Oregon. Our Trips take
place in the pine-covered mountains just south of Estacada. Clackamas River
rafting trips are offered from March through early September. The Clackamas
River is a Class IV roller coaster ride in the spring and early summer when
flows are at their peak. In the summer you can enjoy friendly and inviting
rapids intermingled with mellow ponds. A Clackamas River trip is ideal for
those seeking fun and excitement without an overwhelming experience.
Clackamas river trips are now outfitted
through All Adventures. To reserve space for these trips please call
1-800-743-5628 .
As the Clackamas River flows down from the headwaters
of Mt. Hood and Mt. Jefferson, we are greeted with a mix of frolicking rapids,
sections of roadless solitude, lush foliage, transparent sea-green water and
tortured geologic features (such as the Narrows, a short stretch of river where
bizarre lava rocks squeeze the river down to less than 20 feet wide). The
river's tempo is ideal for first-timers and seasoned veterans alike; whitewater
is regularly encountered and the calm sections allow time to reflect and
prepare for the next rapid! If you're looking for a first-class Oregon
whitewater rafting trip near Portland OR, then a Clackamas River rafting trip
is perfect for your Pacific Northwest adventure travel needs!
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We offer Half and Full-Day Clackamas River
Trips all season long from March through early September. Regardless
of which trip you're on, you'll encounter some of the most infamous rapids of
the Clackamas River -- rapids like, Hole-in-the-Wall, Carter Bridge Rapid,
Toilet Bowl, Bob's Hole, and more. Whether you're looking for a spring
whitewater rafting adrenaline rush or a fun, summertime splash Oregon style,
then we invite you to join us on the Clackamas River for an unforgettable
experience!
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More About Clackamas River Rafting Trips
- Location: Oregon River Rafting 1 Hour East
of Portland
Fun rapids, beautiful scenery and more! The Clackamas
river is located less than an hour east of Downtown Portland off Highway 224.
The convenience, fun and adventure makes this river the most enjoyable for
those living in or visiting the Portland, Oregon area.
- River Difficulty: Class III
In the spring the Clackamas River is a solid Class IV.
In the summer it is a playful Class
III-III+ river. The river is primarily pool and drop, which means it has
rapids that are followed by calms. This classic Portland, Oregon rafting trip
is suitable for all levels of experience. We recommend first-timers and
families with small children enjoy the Clackamas River in the summer months.
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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
early-September
 Spring Rafting. In the spring and early summer
months, the Clackamas River generally runs at higher levels, becoming a rockin'
and rollin' Class III-IV river with "the biggest waves in the Cascades." You'll
find more than just big waves. Stopper hydraulics and rock-dodge drops will
quench the thirst of even the most discriminating whitewater enthusiasts. Each
trip features rapid after classic rapid. During the spring season wetsuits are
required and the minimum age is 12 years old.
Summer Rafting. In the summer months, the Clackamas River
flows drop to a slightly lower level, the character of the river changes to
refreshingly cool and inviting waters.
The majestic scenery, solitude and warm mountain air
combined with energizing rapids create the perfect adventure setting; one that
is incredibly accessible to Oregon's major metropolitan areas but is a world
away from the hustle and bustle of ordinary life! Families, mature travelers,
first-timers and many others find the Clackamas River to be enjoyable in the
summer months. The minimum age for summer trips is 6 years old.
Clackamas river trips are now outfitted through All
Adventures. To reserve space for these trips please call 1-800-743-5628
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Trip Dates and Prices
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LENGTH |
ADULT |
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Half-Day Trip
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$65 |
$55 |
7 Days a Week March - early-September
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One-Day Trip
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$95 |
$75 |
7 Days a Week March - early-September
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Space is limited:
Clackamas
river trips are now outfitted through All Adventures. To reserve space for
these trips please call 1-800-743-5628 .
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