Top Trips for Families

The Rogue River is the perfect river trip for a family vacation. It has warm water, friendly camps, an abundance of wildlife and fun Class II and III rapids. Rafting trips on the Rogue River are typically 3-5 days and the best time to go is June through September.

The rapids on the Rogue are family friendly. You can sit on an oar boat and barely get a splash or challenge yourself by paddling an inflatable kayak. Their are long pools of calm water in between the rapids to recover from any mishaps or go for a swim in the warm water.
The Middle Fork of the Salmon River is a close second with hot springs, stunning scenery, and great whitewater.
The Grand Canyon can be a long trip for kids, but it's an incredible experience for adventurous families.
The Main Salmon has big water rapids and huge camps that are perfect for games.
The Lower Klamath is a great family trips along a road for those that don't want to get too far into the wilderness.

The South Fork of the American has family friendly rapids, great camping spots, and a fun atmosphere.
The Merced River is on the way to Yosemite and offer fun Class III rapids next to Highway 140.
The White Salmon is a challenging river and Husum Falls is unforgettable.
The Middle Fork of the American is a long one day trip that includes the famous Tunnel Chute. You'll have plenty of time for water fighting on the Middle Fork.
The North Fork of the American is close to Sacramento and is a great trip for families looking for a difficult river.