Wilderness Salt River Raft Trip
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.
About this activity
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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
Includes
- Camping Gear can be rented or bring your own.
Itinerary
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Day 1 : Beginning the 3 day raft trip
Estimated Time : 45 minutesA beautiful drive from the Arizona desert into the White Mountains where your raft trip will begin!
Free Admission
Estimated Time : 1440 minutesHalf of the raft trip takes place on the Apache Reservation.
Free Admission
Estimated Time : 1440 minutesTonto National Forest : Enjoy the beauty of your national forest.
Admission Ticket Included
Accommodation : Camping on the river!
Lunch
Dinner
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Day 2 : Middle of the 3 day raft trip.
Estimated Time : 1440 minutesBeautiful undeveloped wild desert, river and mountains.
Admission Ticket Included
Estimated Time : 1440 minutesTonto National Forest : The federally protected Salt River Wilderness is managed by Tonto National Forest.
Admission Ticket Included
Accommodation : Camping on the beautiful Salt River!
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
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Day 3 : Last day of the Wilderness Raft Trip
Estimated Time : 120 minutesThe Salt River Wilderness raft trip ends where Roosevelt Lake begins.
Free Admission
Breakfast
Lunch