The roar of the rapids and grandiosity of the cliff walls might initially draw one in, but the starry night skies will confirm anyone's love of Grand Canyon. All you have to do is look up before you drift to sleep in the canyon and you'll see the milky way shining brightly among a sea of stars, … Read More
The Grand Canyon is a source of inspiration for many, meaning there is no shortage of literature about it! We’ve put together a list of some staff favorites for you to read before your trip. The following books focus on river running through the canyon and are sure to add a whole new perspective to … Read More
DAY HIKES FROM THE RIVER Camping underneath a blanket of stars, thrilling whitewater, and exploring Grand Canyon is what we’re all about at Grand Canyon Whitewater. Our goal is to give you a full Grand Canyon experience. For many guests, exploring Grand Canyon by foot is the highlight of … Read More
Whether you are an amateur or avid fisherman, casting a line out into the mighty Colorado is quite the fun and enjoyable activity on a river trip. Here are a few tips and ideas about fishing in the Grand Canyon. -The most important thing is to get a fishing license. This can be easily … Read More
Chances are, yes! Boating on the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park comes down to two options: You can do a commercial trip (with an outfitter like us) or you can do a private trip. To do a private trip you need to apply though the National Park in their weighted lottery system. Getting … Read More
Starting in late June we start to see these magical things called monsoons in the Grand Canyon. Something as large as the Grand Canyon can actually influence the weather; changes in elevation, terrain, and deep canyons can make the weather change on a dime down there. As the summer progresses … Read More
I've always thought Deer Creek Falls is one of the most amazing things in Grand Canyon. If you're on one of our lower Canyon (hike in) or full Canyon trips you might stop there. Some people might not give Deer Creek enough credit because getting to the waterfall is actually pretty easy; it is … Read More
Dramatic acting, Disney special effects and some high-quality green screening circa 1960 come together to make the “Ten Who Dared,” a funny re-creation of John Wesley Powell’s 1869 epic journey into the unknown. For the last few Friday lunch hours, our office has been gathering around to watch … Read More
If you're on one of our full Canyon or upper Canyon trips you'll be passing under Navajo Bridge on your first day. A bit of fun history on the bridge: In the late 1800s, the only place to cross the mighty Colorado River in the Utah/Arizona area was in Glen Canyon where a small ferry was … Read More
How many rapids will I encounter on my Grand Canyon raft trip? LOTS! Grand Canyon Whitewater rafts always launch from Lee's Ferry which marks river mile 0 and the beginning of the Grand Canyon. All of our rafts then go at least 225 miles downstream, some even a bit farther to another take-out point … Read More
Grand Canyon Whitewater
PO Box 2848, Flagstaff, Arizona 86003
United States of America
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This service is operated by Grand Canyon Whitewater, LLC., a Concessioner under contract with the U.S. Government and administered by the National Park Service. The Concessioner is responsible for conducting these operations in a satisfactory manner. Prices are approved by the National Park Service.
