Rafting Trips

Introduction:

Deschutes Map Download

The Deschutes River begins its journey high in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon at Little Lave Lake. It has a unique flow that is fairly uniform compared to other rivers of similar volume in the United States. The annual fluctuation between high and low flows is relatively small. This stability is due to the many nourishing springs that feed the river as it travels 252 mile north to the Columbia River.

The Lower Deschutes was designated an Oregon Scenic Waterway in 1970 and a Federal Wild and Scenic River in 1988. It is characterized by a deep rimrock-lined canyon that ranges from 900 feet to 2,600 feet in depth. The elevation drops from 1,393 feet at Pelton Reregulation Dam to 160 feet at its confluence with the Columbia River. The average gradient is 13 feet per mile and is relatively constant throughout its length. The most significant drops in gradient are Sherars Falls (River Mile 44), with a vertical drop of 15 feet, and Whitehorse Rapids (River Mile 75), with a vertical drop of approximately 35-40 feet over one mile.

Within this canyon you will experience an incredible geologic and cultural history, a diverse community of fish, wildlife and vegetation, and an abundance of recreational opportunities. These outstanding qualities draw many people to the Lower Deschutes River, making it one of the most visited rivers in the United States. This river guide is intended to help visitors get the most out of their trip to the Lower Deschutes River. We hope you enjoy a unique opportunity to discover the historic and present day wonders of the Deschutes River canyon.

Here is the map of the Deschutes River with Rapids and Campsite locations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FOX 12 DAILY DEAL

N.H.R. will begin running trips on the Clackamas River through McIver Park on August 15th as part of the Daily Deal with Fox12.  To run this trip we will need a minimum of 6 people per raft. There is also a $5 per vehicle park fee to enter the park that is not included in this trip.

Please call Dan to schedule your trip with us at 503-888-0569.  You will then be redirected to the website and given a discount code to use to register each person on your trip.   Each adult must register himself and parents my register their children. Size limit of a minimum weight is 50lbs applies.   

Day time calls will be returned in the evening or early in the morning as you may indicate when you call.  

If you would like to bump your trip up to a full day trip on any of our featured rivers, please let me know and we will see what we can do to accomdate your desires.  

Milo McIver State Park Official Website

Milo McIver Park Brochure

Milo McIver State Park Map

 

Restrictions as listed with FOX 12:

Contact Natural High Rafting (via website or phone) for availability and to schedule trip. Clackamas River trip runs through end of September. Unused coupons can be redeemed for credit towards another future trip. Coupon is redeemable for up to one year after date of purchase. Tips not included. Limit 2 per person. May purchase 4 additional as gifts. Natural High Rafting meets three times per day (9 a.m., 12 p.m., and 3 p.m.)

Copy of promotion ran:  Available Date: August 11, 2011

We Reccoment  Natural High Rafting!!

www.NaturalHighRafting.com

The upper stretches of the Deschutes River provide some of the best options for multi-day river trips in the Gorge, with most of the area's outfitters offering guided multi-day rafting and camping adventures.

What does 2011 hold for Oregon whitewater rafting and the adventure travel industry? It depends on what the adventure is. 2010 provided a roller-coaster ride for the entire nation as we saw outrageous gas prices, the real estate market crash and finally the entire collapse of the financial industry and economy in general.

The direct affect of the economy has not fully hit the rafting industry as of yet. 2011 will be a historic year, and nobody can predict what will happen this season. Since most of the economic collapse happened towards the end of the rafting season last year, most outfitters fared "OK". Everyone took hits with the gas crises, but avoided the major collapse of the market.

Although studies have shown that "vacations" are often one of the last items people cut in their personal budgets, it is beginning to be evident that vacations are not immune to the market downturn.

Advanced bookings are slightly down across the board, and cancellations are statistically higher than usual, as those who booked far in advance are realizing the "extra" vacation cash needs to pay off bills.

That being said, summer vacations and adventure travel will still be a hot ticket on people's itinerary for 2011. One positive that local outfitters may see is that residents will cut back on traveling to distant locations, and try to find fund and relaxation closer to home. Local marketing and local advertising will be important factors for staying above water (no pun intended).

I predict that whitewater rafting will stay strong for those who realize that you will have to spend money to make money. In an economy where businesses are cutting costs, many have the opportunity to rise above the competition as many scale down marketing efforts.

As far as water levels, rivers and geographic issues, it looks like there is still plenty of snowpack and storms to come that should not be an issue for most parts of the nation.

As usual, we will see how things play out...

See you on the River!!

Coming soon.