Arizona River Rafting

If you’re the adventurous type, try rafting the rapids of the Salt River, Gila River or the Colorado River. If you’re visiting the Phoenix area, the Salt River and Gila River rapids are conveniently located and provide an enjoyable way to experience the wilderness beauty of Arizona.

Salt River Canyon Rafting

Nature and the Salt River carved the 2,000 feet deep Salt River Canyon that’s loaded with spectacular views. Rafting the river is the best way to experience the views. Beginning at the Salt River Canyon Bridge north of Globe Arizona the river thunders past red canyon walls where side canyon waterfalls feed into quiet pools. Enjoy the co-existence of solitude and the raw-power white water Class III – IV rapids. This stretch of the river covers about 60 miles as it calms near Roosevelt Lake Dam. Blue Sky Whitewater Adventures offers one day and multi-day rafting trips down the river.

Gila River Raft Trips

A milder adventure for the family is a Gila River Float Cruise down the Gila River on self-bailing rafts and duckies. Blue Sky also offers this eight-mile stretch of Class I/II rapids through scenic natural landscape. Picnic lunch is included in this gentle 5-hour tour of swimming and tranquil solitude. The trip launches at the Winkleman Arizona City Park about a 90-mile driver from either Phoenix or Tucson.

Salt River & Gila River Rafting Map