Rafting the Colorado River
One of the world's great trips: running big rapids through the canyon, sleeping on beaches. Launches from Lees Ferry.
- Open
- April–October
- Price
- Paid; book far ahead
- Time Needed
- 3–18 days
- Address
- Lees Ferry, AZ 86036Google MapsApple Maps
- Getting There
- Outfitters arrange transport from Flagstaff or Las Vegas.
Why Go
Commercial trips run from April to October, and they book up a year or more ahead. A full run takes 12 to 18 days, or about a week by motorized raft. Partial trips hike in or out at Phantom Ranch, and Hualapai River Runners offers one-day trips at the western end.
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