Wednesday, September 2, 2009

TOP TEN PLACES


1. Rafting the Colorado River by Western River Expeditions In the grandest canyon of the Colorado, experience the excitement, serenity, joy and enchanting beauty of the river as it transforms this divine chasm and those who venture down it. Raft 187 miles in 6 days. The Grand Canyon is ever-changing, with massive walls that step back to expose eons of natural history, at one place dark and narrow, and at another lush with waterfalls thundering hundreds of feet in luminous free fall.
2. Rogue River Wilderness Adventures - OregonThe wild Rogue River is one of the most dramatic rivers in the United States, is a favorite of river runners world wide. Since it is protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of Congress, whitewater rafting enthusiasts are guaranteed an uncrowded, pristine environment restricted from the encroachment of civilization.
3. Idaho Rafting by ROW Adventures The Middle Fork of the Salmon River is White Water Rafting paradise! More than 100 rapids span this 105 mile stretch of scenic beauty for an unforgetable 6 day whitewater rafting trip. This free-flowing river drops 3000 feet through the remote and spectacular River of No Return Wilderness.
4. White water - West Virginia by RivermenIt's not uncommon for flows to quadruple scheduled fall releases during the spring making for a heart pounding river adventure. In the summer, water flows reach very precise levels making those world-class drops even steeper and more technical to run. Spring or fall, the Summersville Dam releases cool clear water from the bottom of Summersville Lake for invigorating whitewater experiences all year long!
5. River Riders Wild Rafting Expeditions - Washington by River RidersClass V Rapids - Thrill seekers only with experience! From Index to Gold Bar, the Skykomish River is the Big Daddy of Washington whitewater runs. Cascading to the coast from Steven's Pass, the Sky tumbles you through a relentless series of rapids then spits you into the fabled "Boulder Drop."
6. Montana's Great Rivers with Glacier Raft Company The spring runoff transforms the Middle Fork of the Flathead River and creates spectacular class II-IV whitewater. Shoot the rapids of “Bone Crusher”, “Jaws”, “Pumphouse” and more. The Upper-Middle Fork of the Flathead is a run that rivals any in the West and offers remote access to class III-IV rapids that are not for the faint of heart.
7. Rafting on the Chattooga River - GA, SC, NC Boarders by Wildwater RaftingThe Chattooga begins at the Whitesides Mountain in North Carolina and flows in a southwesterly direction to form the border between South Carolina and Georgia. One of the wildest and most beautiful whitewater rivers in the America, the Chattooga was the first river in the Southeast to be designated "Wild & Scenic" by Congress and was used as a location for the movie Deliverance.
8. Alaska White Water Rafting Tatshenshini and Alsek Rivers - This 11-day trip on the Tatshenshini-Alsek Rivers will be one of the most memorable journeys of your life. The awesome size, beauty, and remoteness of this land make this one of the greatest river trips in the world. From its beginnings as a small, rushing whitewater rafting river in the Yukon, to the massive size of the combined Tatshenshini and Alsek Rivers, to the incredible beauty of Alsek Lake, the Tatshenshini will fill you with wonder.
9. California White water Excitement by Zephyr Whitewater The finest California Rafting - The two day full service Kings trips are the best way to go for those groups or individuals looking for a complete and relaxing whitewater rafting vacation. Included are 2 nights of camping , 2 full days of rafting (20 miles), and 5 fantastic meals, starting with breakfast on day 1 and ending with lunch on day 2. Also included are beers, wines, snacks, juices, and other beverages. All overnight trips include a great evening slide show after a fantastic dinner showing fresh photos of YOU rafting that day. Hoot and howl as you and your friends get to re-live the days events while you nibble fresh strawberry shortcake and enjoy a glass of wine.
10. Durango Colorado Rafting, Inc. The thrill of spring runoff or a lazy late summer float, the family will enjoy the scenic beauty of the River of Lost Souls. A unique chance to float through Colorado's past. Mining ruins of the last 100 years will add flavor to the tales of local tradition and history.