Colorado and Green River Hiker Special
$3437
River Rating  | Minimum Age |
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| Class III-IV (Hiking is considered moderately strenuous) | 16 Yrs |
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Colorado River - Green River Hiking and Rafting - Overview
On this O.A.R.S. Utah hiking and rafting adventure, you'll raft the Green and the Colorado rivers into the untouched heart of this majestic red rock wilderness, enjoying an in-depth exploration of remote canyons, Pre-Pueblo ruins, petroglyphs, pictographs and fascinating geology over a period of two full weeks.
Situated in Labyrinth, Stillwater and Cataract canyons near Moab, Utah, the mighty Green River and Colorado River forge their way through 170 miles of awe-inspiring scenery seldom seen by visitors to Canyonlands National Park. Your exceptional O.A.R.S. guides will enthusiastically share their knowledge of this area. Using the multi-layered towering canyon walls as their living classroom, they will wow you with the history of the Canyonlands National Park region, which are still evident in well-preserved archeological sites and fossil remains.
Colorado and Green River Hiker and Rafter Special - Itinerary at a Glance
- Meet your guides for a pre-trip meeting the night before the trip at the Gonzo Inn in Moab, Utah
- Transfer from Moab to our put-in at Green River State Park
- Enter Labyrinth and Stillwater Canyons, hike to Three Canyon and the River Post Office and discover the secrets hidden in Two Mile Canyon, Fort Bottom, Shot or Water Canyon and Jasper Canyon
- Hike through this spectacular wilderness and explore Anasazi ruins, pictographs and petroglyphs against a dramatic backdrop of towering red walls
- Winding through the convoluted twists and turns of the Green we reach the Confluence and Cataract Canyon begins, hinting at the whitewater to come
- Challenge yourself with a hike 1,500 feet up to the Doll House, with jaw-dropping views in all directions
- Run the notorious whitewater of Cataract Canyon with rapids like Mile Long, Capsize and the legendary Big Drops
- Feast on a delicious riverside dinner, take a swim, and relax by the fire telling stories of the last two weeks’ events
- Enter Lake Powell and contemplate the wonders drowned below in Glen Canyon
- Enjoy a scenic flight and a bird's-eye view of the Colorado River in Canyonlands National Park en route back to Moab
Note: Trip prices include an optional $111/person transportation package for a flight from the take-out back to Moab that you may delete if you prefer another option. Please contact our office for details.
OARS Canyonlands, Inc. is an authorized concessioner of Canyonlands National Park.
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| Average Temperatures | ||
| Month | High | Low |
| September | 87° | 42° |
| Water Temperatures | ||
| Seasonal Average: 67° | ||
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What to bring on the Colorado and Green River Hiker Special trip
This is a sample list. Please refer to your trip planner for a detailed list for your particular trip. If you do not already own any of the items on the suggested packing list feel free to call our office for suggestions. However, many of the items listed are available for purchase online in the OARStore. Please be mindful of the natural environment when purchasing items for your trip. Whenever possible, consider recyclable containers, rechargeable batteries, natural (non-toxic) sunscreens, lotions, biodegradable soaps, and so on.
Equipment:
- Duffel bag
- Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, ground cloth, sheet and small pillow – (early and late season trips require a synthetic-fill bag rated to 20 degrees Fahrenheit)
- Backpack/Daypack for day hikes. It should be large enough to carry water, lunch and camera, as well as a warm layer of clothing for spring & fall trips (750 – 2000 cu. in)
- Water bottles: 2 heavy-duty and minimum 1-liter capacity each with a carabiner to attach it to the boat. For day hikes, hydration systems like a CamelBak® are great, but you will still want 1 water bottle while in the boat
- Headlamp or flashlight, extra batteries and bulb
- Camera w/extra media cards and batteries
Personal Items:
- Sunglasses (preferably polarized) with securing strap and a spare
- Towel: small, quick-drying and washcloth
- Toiletries including biodegradable soap and shampoo with moisturizer (Nature's Gate is recommended by our guides)
- Sunscreen: waterproof & SPF 30 or higher
- Lip protection: SPF 30 or higher
- Moisturizing lotion or cream: 1 bottle (Skin tends to get REALLY DRY – this is a VERY important item!)
- Insect repellent (with deet)*
- Spare pair of glasses and/or contacts (Blowing sand can cause problems for contact wearers)
- Cash for gratuities and goodies
*During certain months, mosquitoes can be a bothersome problem. Please make sure you bring an adequate supply of insect repellent.
Clothing:
- Long-sleeved shirt: 2-3 lightweight and light color for sun protection (UPF rated shirts are great)
- Long pants: lightweight and light color for sun protection (No jeans while on the river)
- Shade hat or visor with securing strap and a spare
- Bandana
- Rain jacket & pants: waterproof (not water resistant) to protect you from the wind and splash from rapids, as well as rain. A hooded jacket is recommended as well as good secure closures around your head, neck, wrists and ankles to prevent water from seeping in
- Swimsuits: 2 (two piece suits recommended for women). Tankinis are a great option
- Underwear: quick-drying
- Shorts: 2 pair lightweight, and quick-drying
- Hiking shorts: 2-3 pair (some people prefer different shorts for the river and hiking)
- T-shirts or lightweight quick-drying tops: 3-4
- River sandals: 1 pair to wear in the boat and for short wet hikes (such as Teva)
- Sturdy athletic shoes or hiking boots: 1 pair, comfortable, worn in, and with good tread
- Hiking socks: 3-4 pair mid-weight
- Synthetic long underwear top & bottom: 1 set light to mid-weight
- Fleece top & bottom: 1 set light to mid-weight
Additional Essentials for spring & fall:
- Extra pair of dry shoes for camp
- Wetsuit booties and/or neoprene socks
- Additional fleece top & bottom
- Warm hat and gloves: synthetic or wool
- Fleece vest
Optional Items:
- Solar shower: small “solo” showers heat up faster and are easier to use
- Bathing towels/wipes: pre-moistened disposable wipes such as Coleman Swash Cloths
- Binoculars: small
- Whisk broom: small (no long handle). To sweep wet sand off of tent and ground cloth
- Paddling gloves
- Splash jacket and pants
- Lightweight cord and clothespins for drying clothes in camp
- Notebook and pen
- Sketchbook, paperback book
Download our travel planner here:
Colorado_Green_River_Hiker_Trip_Planner.pdf
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