Owyhee river

4 or 5 day Guided, Overnight trip - 55 Miles

About Owyhee River

The Owyhee River is one of the hidden gems of eastern Oregon. Tucked away in the southeast corner of the state, this is one of the most remote areas in the lower 48. During this 4-5 day trip through the “Grand Canyon of Oregon”, you’ll float 45 miles of class II and III water, hike to 9,000-year old petroglyphs and archaeological sites, soak in natural hot springs and experience some of Oregon’s beauty that many will never see in their lifetime. We’ll supply excellent guides, quality camp gear, and delicious meals. This is a trip of a lifetime, and we’re honored to share it with you. Call us - we’re happy to answer questions about what a trip like this entails.

Launch Details

Launch dates depend on water levels. You choose whether the trip lasts 4 or 5 days. Projected available launch dates are Saturdays in spring of 2024.

April 20th, 27th, May 4th and May 11th have spots open! Call our office for more info: 1-800-723-8464.

April, May and early June 2024 trips are entirely dependent on snow pack and water levels.

The trip meets in Rome, Oregon the morning of the launch date. You’re encouraged to camp the night before the trip at the put-in or stay in a cabin at Rome Station.

Pricing and Booking Per Person

There is a 6 person minimum for all Owyhee River Trips. We do combine groups on trips. Groups can be as large as 18 people. Price is per person.

Vehicle Shuttles: You will need to pay for your vehicle to be shuttled from the put-in to the takeout, about $200/vehicle. Our office will set up your shuttle for you.

Water levels for the Owyhee can be unpredictable, we do not run trips at less than 800 cfs. Please talk with someone in our office for our water levels cancellation policy.

Owyhee Per Person Kids, 8-14 yr
4 day $1,150 $990
5 day $1,350 $1,190

FAQs

  • We have a list of suggested items to pack for your trip here.

  • It’s one of the most talked-about waterways in the Western US. Even OPB’s Oregon Field Guide has done a story on it.

  • We’ll provide all meals from lunch on your first day to lunch on your last day. We offer a delicious spread of in-season meals that include fresh fruits, vegetables and grilled to perfection meats. Expect to see breakfasts such as blueberry pancakes, sausage scrambles, breakfast burritos and thick-cut bacon. Lunches include build-your-own sandwiches and wraps. Dinner offerings can be grilled steaks, tri-tip, tacos, cedar plank salmon, chicken and veggie kebabs, with salads and appetizers. We finish every night off with dessert. You are welcome to bring your own alcohol for camp, although we do not allow alcohol while on the rafts. We try to accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions.

We specialize in day trips for corporate retreats, school groups, ski camps, scout troops and youth groups.

Please call our office for a quote if you have a group over 35 people. Whitewater rafting is an excellent team building opportunity and the perfect way to celebrate your hardworking staff.