Rogue Wilderness Adventures
P.O. Box 1110
325 Galice Road
Merlin, OR 97532
(800) 336-1647
(541) 479-9554
(541) 476-8051 fax
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ROGUE RIVER OREGON WHITEWATER RAFTING |
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Rogue Wilderness Adventures offers whitewater rafting trips on Oregon's Rogue River. The river is divided into two general areas; the Wild and Scenic Section which is a 34 mile stretch of wilderness that runs from Grave Creek to Foster Bar and the Recreation Section which is a day section of 13 miles. Below you will find information on the various trips we offer in each area.
2008 Half Day or Full Day Raft Trips |
Trips leaving everyday between June 1 and October 1.
Please call or email 48 hours before departure to reserve your spot. |
Recreation Section Raft Trips
Recreation Day Trips
Recreation Evening Trips
Recreation Lodge Trips
2008 Wild and Scenic Launch Dates (3 or 4 Day Trips) |
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May: All Dates
June: 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 14, 16, 19, 23, 27, 30
July: 2, 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 24, 28, 30
August: 2, 4, 6, 8, 11, 16, 18, 22, 25, 27, 29
September: 3, 5, 8, 10, 13, 15, 18, 23, 25, 28, 30
October: All Dates Available
Other dates may also be available, please call or email.
Day trips run everyday May through October in the Recreation Section. |
Wild and Scenic Multi-Day Raft Trips
Wild and Scenic Camp Trips
Wild and Scenic Lodge Trips
Wild and Scenic Camp / Lodge Trips
2008 Turtle Counting Trip with USFS
2008 Wine Trip - Labor Day Weekend
Wild and Scenic River Section Trips - Multi-Day |
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 The canyons charm lies in its thrilling whitewater stretches, alternated with mild riffles, placid pools, and narrow canyons edged by towering cliffs. The old growth Douglas fir forest, mixed with deciduous trees, creates a perfect river bank habitat for the abundant wildlife of the Rogue River Canyon. Otter, beaver, deer, Roosevelt elk, black bear, cougars, osprey, bald eagles, mallards, wood ducks, wild turkeys, and many others flourish in the wilderness river canyon.
Oar rafts, paddle rafts, and inflatable kayaks are all available on our Wild Section Trips. The whitewater on the Wild Section is rated class III - IV in the canyon with two world famous Class IV+ rapids: Blossom Bar Rapid and Mule Creek Canyon. Duration of the trips are from two to four days and cover nearly 40 miles by river. Participants may choose to camp out under the stars, stay in historic wilderness lodges, or combine one or two nights of camping with one night of lodging.
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3-Day and 4-Day Camping Whitewater Raft Trips |
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 For an outdoor wilderness trip, you may wish to "rough it" by camping out under the stars. Camp trips with Rogue Wilderness are a gourmet camping experience. River bank camping provides a true wilderness experience free from the infringements of civilization. At the end of the rafting day, guides set up camp and become chefs in the preparation of delicious camp meals. You just relax and enjoy the scenic splendor of the wilderness corridor while all camp chores are expertly handled by our staff.
Trip begins at 8:00am. The "Wild and Scenic" portion of the Rogue River is a "permitted" entry system regulated by the Bureau Land Management and United States Forest Service. Due to the limited entry system and the popularity of these trips, early reservations are strongly recommended.
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2-Day, 3-Day and 4-Day Wilderness Lodge Trips |
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 If you prefer the accouterments of civilization, historic wilderness lodging is available. Accessible only by river, these rustic lodges provide a wilderness experience that is quaintly civilized and speaks of the history of time gone by. After a day on the river, you can enjoy a hot shower, dine on a delicious family-style meal, and drift off to sleep in a comfortable bed. Our three day trip is our recommended lodge trip, allowing time for relaxation and exploration of side canyons and scenic hikes. There is even time for bank fishing for the famous Salmon and Steelhead of the Rogue River.
 If you are limited in time, Rogue Wilderness offers a two day lodge trip through the Rogue River Canyon. You will travel the same distance as our longer trips, but you will go faster with little opportunity for exploration. The first day, approximately 26 river miles will be covered. Navigating a multitude of class III rapids and the two world famous class 4+ rapids makes this an exciting and challenging experience. Lodging is provided at one of the historic river canyon lodges.
Trips begin at 8:00am. The "Wild & Scenic" portion of the Rogue River is a "permitted" entry system regulated by the bureau of Land Management and United States Forest Service. Due to the limited entry system and the popularity of these trips, early reservations are strongly recommended.
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3-Day and 4-Day Camping and Wilderness Lodge Trips |
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Our camp/lodge trips are our most popular offering, combining the best of both worlds: camping and wilderness lodging. On a combination trip, you'll spend one or two nights in camp followed by one night at a famous wilderness lodge. Rogue Wilderness Adventures believes this is our best overall offering. There is a very special bonding that is experienced on camping trips, and because of the logistical placement of the lodges, we prefer to camp the first two night, dividing the trip equally between the days.
Trips begin at 8:00am. The "Wild and Scenic" portion of the Rogue River is a "permitted" entry system regulated by the bureau of Land Management and United States Forest Service. Due to the limited entry system and the popularity of these trips, early reservations are strongly recommended.
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Turtle Watch 2008 Trip |
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Let's go count turtles! Huh? Are you looking for the not-so-typical vacation with your family? Have you ever thought of counting turtles? Yes, believe it or not. The fine folks at Rogue Wilderness Adventures, in cooperation with the United States Forest Service, are putting together two fantastic river adventures in the Rogue River canyon of Oregon for the summer of 2008. Called "Operation Turtle Watch" rafters will accompany USFS staff biologists down the Rogue River. They will help count and check the health of the resident turtle population in this amazing eco system.
Western pond turtles are designated as a "sensitive species." As such, the agency takes careful steps in its management actions keeping the wellness of the turtle in mind. It is important that the turtle population be monitored regularly thereby providing an objective measure of how the species is doing. The activity of checking these turtles can be complicated but outrageously fun.
Each day, participants will float the wild and scenic Rogue River canyon in rafts and inflatable kayaks assisting the biologists. Each evening, the group will camp on the beach and enjoy home cooked meals prepared by your guides. Space is very limited. Cost for the 4 day adventure is $899 per person. Kids 11 and under are $799.
Dates: Call 1-800-336-1647 for an updated schedule.
Trip begins at 8:00am. The "Wild and Scenic" portion of the Rogue River is a "permitted" entry system regulated by the Bureau Land Management and United States Forest Service. Due to the limited entry system and the popularity of these trips, early reservations are strongly recommended.
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Wine Trip 2008 - Labor Day Weekend |
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Wine and the Rogue River: Does great food, award winning wine and whitewater sound like a good time? Come join Rogue Wilderness Adventures and Walla Walla Vintners this Labor Day weekend for a trip to remember. From Merlin, Oregon, rafters will float through the famous wild & scenic Rogue River canyon. The first night you'll dine on fresh caught Rogue River Salmon and sleep in cozy tents along the bank of the river. The second night you'll enjoy the comforts of Half Moon Bar Lodge with cabins for each couple.
Every evening during the trip winemaker Myles Anderson will lead the group through the art of winemaking and the nuances of wine tasting. Space is very limited for this once-in-a -lifetime trip. Trip size is limited to only 20 guests.
Date: Friday August 29, 2008 to Sunday August 31, 2008. Cost is $899 per person plus government fees. For more information contact Rogue Wilderness Adventures at 1-800-336-1647.
Trip begins at 8:00am. The "Wild and Scenic" portion of the Rogue River is a "permitted" entry system regulated by the Bureau Land Management and United States Forest Service. Due to the limited entry system and the popularity of these trips, early reservations are strongly recommended.
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2008 Half Day or Full Day Raft Trips |
Trips leaving everyday between June 1 and October 1.
Please call or email 48 hours before departure to reserve your spot. |
Recreation River Section Trips - One Day |
If you are interested in spending a day or part of a day on the river, we offer whitewater rafting trips daily (full and half day), with inflatable kayaking and paddle rafting options. Affordable and ideal for the entire family, the trip features a 13 mile fun, yet moderate, whitewater run and includes a riverside picnic lunch on the full and afternoon half day trips. The full day trip begins at 8:30am. Half day trips begin at 8:30am & 11:00am. Full and half day trips run everyday May through October. Advance reservations required.
Full Day Price: $90.00* per person
Half Day AM Price: $65.00* per person
Half Day PM Price: $75.00* per person
Day Trip Itinerary
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 Relax with a late afternoon float through Hellgate Canyon. Frequently, the riverside wildlife awaken to play as twilight threatens the day; the raft floats silently downstream while families of otters frolic on the sandy beach and beavers emerge to make their rounds. We stop for beverage and a late afternoon swim in the magnificent Hellgate Canyon. Evening Float Trips begin at 4:00pm. Advance reservations required.
2-Day Recreation Section Lodge Trip |
Our two day lodge trip on the recreation section of the Rogue is a perfect first time experience and is well suited for people of all ages. The first day is a scenic float on a calm stretch of water. Silently gliding along this remote stretch of river, an  abundance of wildlife enhances the day. Sunbathing turtles, ospreys diving for fish, great blue herons standing silently on the rocky shore, and bald eagles soaring high above the river are common sights. River otter, beaver, and deer are frequently seen as well as Chinook salmon swimming through the water as the river meanders along.
We arrive at one of the area's fine country inns early enough to enjoy side hikes, and possibly some fishing or bird watching. A gourmet family-style meal is served as twilight shades the day. After a leisurely breakfast on day two, the trip continues with some bigger white water. Two day recreation section lodge trips begin at 10:00am. Advance reservations required.
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Reservations |
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Early reservations are strongly encouraged for all our rafting trips we offer. Lodging is limited in the canyon during the summer season. Please book your trip early to guarantee your spot. Group discounts are available for groups greater than 10 people.
* Trip price subject to 3% BLM fee and $10.00 USFS per person user fee.
CALL NOW 800-336-1647
SPACE IS LIMITED
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