Kayaking and Hiking Adventures

S5. Rafting #1 - Upper Rogue River at Shady Cove Starting Location:   Office of Rapid Pleasure Rafting in Shady Cove, Oregon - we drove to McGregor Park Boat Ramp to put in.  Point of Interest :  Upper Rogue River, wilderness, wildlife, class 2 and 3 rapids Distance : about 10 river miles. Time on float:  Just under 3 hours Bathrooms:  Yes, at rental office and portapotties at boat ramp Parking :  lots, with plenty of parking for trailers EV Chargers :  No Rentals:  Yes, at Pleasure Rapids, both guided and just equipment We were in town for a wedding this weekend, and one of the pre-wedding activities was a Rafting trip on the Rogue River. We were up for that! We had about 25 people from the wedding party and families together, including all 9 of our immediate family. The weather was pretty good. A bit on the chilly side maybe, but no wind. We had 1 official guide for our group, so the other boats had whoever sat in the back to steer. Our boat had...

Upper Clackamas River Rafting Starting Location:  Moore Creek Boat Ramp,  East of Estacada Point of Interest :  Whitewater on the river! Length of trip:  about 7 river miles, but about 3 hours  Level:  intermediate, Class 3 and 3+ rapids Bathrooms:  Yes, at boat ramp, and changing room Parking : Decent, off road gravel EV Chargers : No This was a Father's Day gift from my family, through the Oregon River Experiences company. They provided a ride from the boat ramp to the launching site upriver, and also had wetsuits to help keep up warm. although mine didn't really fit.  The trip downriver was great! The rapids were fun, and our guide did a great job of directing us, explaining the rapids, and telling stories. They also have a photographer take pictures along the way. These pictures are from their photographer.