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Group sizeUp to 11 travelers
Overview
One of the top ten multi-day raft trips in the U.S! The Salt River Canyon Wilderness was federally protected in 1984 to preserve this premier river experience. This 52 mile adventure includes stout Class IV rapids such as Black Rock, The Maze, Quartzite Falls and Corkscrew Rapid. Cibecue, Walnut, Hess and Yankee Joe side canyons contain quite pools and waterfalls supporting over 200 species of birds along with desert dwellers such as Coati, Javalina, Big Horn Sheep and Gila Monsters. The majestic Sonoran Desert fauna of countless wildflowers, Ocotillo, Sotol and towering Saguaro are complimented by the exotic geology of 1.4 billion year old granite and 800 year old Salado Indian Ruins. Trips are restricted to a maximum of 11 guest enhancing the solitude and serenity of one of the few remaining stretches of free flowing river in the southwest. Rental camping gear is available and dietary concerns met upon request.
What's included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Gratuities
Camping Gear can be rented or bring your own.
What to expect
Day 1: Beginning the 3 day raft trip
Salt River Canyon Scenic Drive
45m
A beautiful drive from the Arizona desert into the White Mountains where your raft trip will begin!
White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation
1 day
Half of the raft trip takes place on the Apache Reservation.
Tonto National Forest
1 day · Admission ticket included
Enjoy the beauty of your national forest.
Day 2: Middle of the 3 day raft trip.
White Mountain Apache Indian Reservation
1 day · Admission ticket included
Beautiful undeveloped wild desert, river and mountains.
Tonto National Forest
1 day · Admission ticket included
The federally protected Salt River Wilderness is managed by Tonto National Forest.
Day 3: Last day of the Wilderness Raft Trip
2h
The Salt River Wilderness raft trip ends where Roosevelt Lake begins.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
38 miles north of Globe at mile marker 293 on hwy 60, follow signs to Salt River Rafting!
End point
We shuttle your vehicle as a courtesy saving 4 hrs of driving.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
