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Colorado River - Grand Canyon

The Colorado River through Grand Canyon National Park is one of the premier whitewater rafting trips in the world. Absolutely stunning scenery combined with riotously excessive whitewater make for an unforgettable experience.

Waits for permits to run the river is up to 15 years at the present time, so you really need to use a commercial guide service. Dozens of them are available.



 The Basics

Location: Grand Canyon National Park in northern Arizona
Setting: Desert Canyon
Difficulty: Up to Class V
Length: 225 miles
Time to Allow: 5 to 18 days
Season: Year round, but Spring /early summer is best


 Some More Things to Know

To find out about a private party permit, contact:

Grand Canyon National Park
River Permit Office
Post Office Box 129
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023




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