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Priceless is how I would
describe this trip. It was perfect. Thank you for everlasting
memories."
--S. Tharp, Umpqua River Rafting
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 Find all the trip details you need for your Umpqua
River rafting trip in Oregon. Inlcuded here are driving directions to the
meeting spot for our whitewater rafting trips on the Umpqua River and nearby
lodging information. You'll also find packing lists for
1-Day, 2-Day and 3-Day rafting trip
options, as wells as items provided by Destination Wilderness.
- The Rendezvous:
Umpqua River rafting trips meet at 10:00 a.m. at the
Gravel Bin Boat Launch. Gravel Bin is located approximately 40 miles east of
Roseburg, Oregon and 35 miles west of Crater Lake on Highway 138.
- Getting to the Umpqua
River:
From the north and west. Take I-5 south to the Highway 138
exit in Roseburg. Head east on Highway 138 as it winds up-canyon and begins to
parallel the Umpqua River. After passing through the hamlets of Glide and
Idleyld you will reach Steamboat Inn, which is approximately 40 miles from I-5.
Just beyond Steamboat is Gravel Bin Boat Launch, our rendezvous. Turn right
into the parking area.
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From the south. Take I-5 north to the Highway 138 exit in
Roseburg. Head east on Highway 138 as it winds up-canyon and begins to parallel
the Umpqua River. After passing through the hamlets of Glide and Idleyld you
will reach Steamboat Inn, which is approximately 40 miles from I-5. Just beyond
Steamboat is Gravel Bin Boat Launch, our rendezvous. Turn right into the
parking area.
From the east. Take Highway 97 to the Highway 138
Junction. Head west on Highway 138 towards Diamond Lake and Roseburg. You will
pass Diamond Lake and the Tokatee Falls area. Approximately 14 miles beyond
Boulder Flat Campground you will reach Island Campground. Gravel Bin Boat
Launch is just past Island Campground on the left. If you reach Steamboat Inn
you've gone too far.
- What to Bring and
Wear
Shorts, t-shirts and sport sandals or tennis shoes are
usually suitable for summer Umpqua River whitewater rafting trips. However,
while typically very warm and sunny, some days on the Umpqua River can be cool
and the water is cold. Please bring a sweater and windbreaker or rain gear to
keep you from getting cold. Synthetic (pile) or wool sweaters are recommended.
All of this clothing will get wet. Therefore, be sure to bring an extra "dry"
set of clothes for on land after the day of rafting.
Trips in May and early June require wet suits, which
are provided free of charge by Destination Wilderness. Multi-day trips camp
along the river. There is road access to our campsites, so personal gear need
not be kept to a minimum.
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Wet Set for Full and 2-Day
Trips
- Tennis shoes or strap-on sandals
- 1-2 Quick dry shorts or swim
suits
- 1 T-shirt (preferably long sleeved for
added sun protection)
- 1 - 2 pair of synthetic or wool
socks
- 1 - 2 sets of synthetic long
underware
- Sunblock & lip balm with SPF
- Water bottle
- Bandana
- 1 brimmed hat for sun protection
- Sunglasses with strap
- 1 fleece or other synthetic jacket
- 1 wind breaker or rain jacket
- Wetsuit (spring trips - provided by
Destination Wilderness)
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Dry Set for 2-Day Trips
- 1 pair long pants
- 1 pair shorts
- 1 T-shirt
- 1 fleece jacket or wool sweater
- 1 long sleeved shirt
- 1 pair comfortable shoes
- 1 rain or waterproof jacket &
pants
- Underwear and socks
- Flashlight or headlamp with
batteries
- Insect repellant
- Large ziplock bags for organizing
gear
- 1 small towel & toiletry kit
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Additional Items for All
Trips
- Reading material
- Water proof camera & film
- Neoprene booties
- Gloves (for on river or in camp)
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- Journal / notebook
- Binoculars
- Small fanny pack
- Fishing gear
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- Nearby Accommodations:
The Steamboat Inn: 42705 North Umpqua Highway, Steamboat,
OR 97443, 1-800-840-8825
Idleyld Lodge: 23834 North Umpqua Hwy, Idleyld Park, OR
97443, 541-496-0088
Dogwood Motel: Hwy 138, Glide, OR 97443, 1-541-496-3404
Public Campgrounds: Contact the
Umpqua National Forest Service Station for camping in the designated campsites
along the Umpqua River. 1-541-496-3532.
 - What We Provide on Umpqua River Trips
Professional, skilled, experienced and licensed river guides (and
they are real friendly too!).
Top Notch
Equipment:The best river gear available, including self-bailing rafts,
helmets, safety equipment, and Coast Guard approved life jackets.
Gourmet
Meals: All meals are provided on our Umpqua River whitewater trips
including freshly prepared breakfasts, deli-style lunches and gourmet dinner
meals. All meals are prepared with only the freshest ingredients.
Shuttles:
We provide shuttles between the rendezvous and river at the beginning and end
of your Umpqua River Trip.
Personal Camping Equipment: Sleeping bags, sleeping pads,
tents and camp chairs are provided by Destination Wilderness on 2-Day &
3-Day Umpqua River rafting trips.
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