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River Drifters

600 Timber Ln · Maupin, OR

Why you should go…

River Drifters has guided whitewater rafting trips on Oregon and Washington rivers since 1979, based out of Maupin, Oregon on the Deschutes River. Trips range from half-day outings to multi-day expeditions on the Deschutes, Rogue and Owyhee rivers, with Class II to III+ rapids. Half-day Deschutes trips are family-friendly for ages 4 and up and run April through October, while multi-day Rogue and Owyhee trips run in spring and summer.

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Good to know

General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

What's around here?

The closest stops to River Drifters, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

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