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Anderson River Adventures |
800-624-7583 |
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CJ Lodge Whitewater Rafting |
800-395-3903 |
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Hughes River Expeditions |
800-262-1882 |
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Oregon Whitewater Adventures |
800-820-7238 |
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Tildon's River Tours |
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O.A.R.S. |
800-346-6277 |
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Oregon River Experiences |
800-827-1358 |
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Cooley River Expeditions |
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All Star Rafting and Kayaking |
800-909-7238 |
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| Sections |
Minam to Troy; Troy to
confluence with Snake River |
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Location |
Wallowa
County, northeast of La Grande, northeast Oregon; Asotin County,
south of Clarkston, southeast Washington |
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Driving Time |
Boise—3.5
hours; Portland—5 hours |
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Difficulty |
Class
I-II+ |
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Trip Length |
Minam
to Troy—44 miles (70 km); Troy to confluence of Snake River—45
miles (72 km) |
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Trip Options |
Paddle
raft, oar raft dory; one to five days |
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Season |
April-July |
The Grande Ronde River,
which winds through the wild conifer forest canyons of the Blue
Mountains in northeastern Oregon to the Snake River in southeastern
Washington, is a perfect multiday river trip for families. Its
friendly Class I-II+ waters are easy and fun.
While
the Grande Ronde's most popular raft or float excursion is normally
the three-day, 44-mile (70 km) section between Minam and Troy in
northeast Oregon, many prefer the five-day trip that continues an
additional 45 miles (72 km) to Heller's Bar near the river's
confluence with the Snake River. Half-day and one day trips are also
available upon request. Raft trips are usually run only between
April and July when temperatures and water levels are at their best.
The
Grande Ronde's diverse environs are rich in history, wildlife, and
natural beauty. Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce Indians wintered on
these lower stretches because of the mild winters and abundant
wildlife. Even today, rafters commonly see Rocky Mountain elk,
bighorn sheep, bears, deer, ospreys and bald eagles in the river's
spectacular gorges and forests.
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