Green River Rafting Trips

Although the Green River Rafting trips may not be as famous as their sister, the Colorado River trips, they, too, have carved impossibly deep canyons through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the West. Together, these rivers make up a vital water network that brings life to the parched lands of the Colorado Plateau.

Our trips on the Green feature picturesque beach camping, visits to amazing historical sites, and playful whitewater, perfect for rafters of all experience levels. For nearly 60 years, Holiday has facilitated these trips with an emphasis on safety, education, and FUN!

No matter who you are traveling with, we are sure to have the right Green River Rafting trip for you.

We acknowledge the Indigenous inhabitants of the areas in which we operate our trips. The lands around the Green River are the homeland of the Eastern Shoshone people and the Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) people. We honor and respect these people, and continue to develop our land acknowledgment initiative. Read more here.
Rafting on the Green River
Gates of Lodore whitewater rafting

4 Day Lodore Canyon

Starting Price: $1,395
Minimum Age: 8
Meeting Location: Vernal, UT

  • Fun, playful class II-IV whitewater rapids throughout the trip
  • Some of the most visually stunning canyon gorges with remarkably sheer cliffs and dramatic fault lines
  • Explore side canyons to waterfalls, clear creeks, and indigenous rock art
  • Picturesque sandy beaches with groves of birch, maple, and box elder trees
  • Float through historic landmarks like the confluence with the Yampa River at Echo Park

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whitewater rapid desolation canyon

5–6 Day Desolation Canyon

Starting Price: $1,710
Minimum Age: 5
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • A good blend of flat water and mellow class II-III whitewater rapids
  • Iconic stretch of the Green River full of history, from John W. Powell to Butch Cassidy
  • Hike to archaeological sites, explore countless side canyons, and old homesteads
  • Paddle an inflatable kayak through the forgiving whitewater rapids, or try a stand-up paddle board on the flat water
  • Skip the van ride and take a scenic flight over the canyon to arrive at the put-in

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Desolation Canyon Kayakers Kayak Workshop

6 Day Whitewater Kayaking Workshop

Starting Price: $1,980
Minimum Age: 16
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • Immersive kayaking and rafting trip with class I-II whitewater rapids
  • Learn to paddle, roll, and run rapids in a hardshell kayak from professional trainers
  • Refuel during your adventure vacation with gourmet meals cooked up by Holiday’s expert guides
  • Marvel in this hidden gem of a river canyon that is at points deeper than the Grand Canyon at Bright Angel Trail

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Labyrinth Yoga Stand Up Paddleboarder

5 Day Labyrinth Canyon

Starting Price: $1,395
Minimum Age: 12
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • Autumn temperatures and long, sandy beaches provide a perfect environment for this adventure
  • Hike to well-preserved cultural sites, breathtaking viewpoints, and maze-like canyons
  • Take the time to (re)connect with what truly matters while Holiday’s expert guides handle the hard work
  • Take advantage of early sunsets for amazing dark sky stargazing

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Whitewater Rafting on Utah’s Green River

In Wyoming, there is a mountain range known as the Wind River Range. On its eastern slope is where the Green River originates. Known as “Seeds-kee-dee-Agie” (Agie being the name for “river”) by the Shoshone, Spanish explorers dubbed the river Rio Verde.

While the Colorado River produces a larger discharge, the Green River is the longer of the two, traveling 730 miles from its headwaters to the confluence. Approximately 450 of those miles are in the state of Utah.

Explore these canyons’ rich human history, including enigmatic rock art more than a thousand years old. Visit with the ghosts of the outlaws, miners, and dam builders who passed through in the latter half of the 20th century.

Green River Rafting trips
Bird flying over the Green River

Why Choose Holiday?

With nearly sixty years of experience running expeditions on the Green River, you can rest assured that you are in good hands with Holiday. We take pride in our systems and thoughtful approach to facilitating unforgettable trips, season after season.

As the only company that abstains from the use of motors on the Colorado Plateau and instead choose to row our boats, we can guarantee a pure, natural, noise-less float trip through the breathtaking landscape.

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