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Top 10 Rafting Destinations in the US

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The United States has the largest concentration of commercial river runners than any other country in the world.   River rafting continues to become a popular adventure among all generations, from Baby Boomers down the generation Y.   A majority of the people who are on river rafting trips have rafted before, which means that once experienced, a return to the river is sure to come. With so many destinations to choose from, which rivers offer the best rafting trips in the country?

 

The list below outlines places across the US recognized as some of the best overall rafting destinations.   These trips are most suitable for everyone, with no prior experience necessary.  The trips also offer a great combination of scenic beauty and whitewater excitement:

 

            1. Grand Canyon, AZ

            2. Salmon River, ID

            3. Arkansas River, CO

            4. Colorado River, UT

            4. American River, CA

            5. Rogue River, OR

            6. Glacier National Park, MT

            7. New River, WV

            8. Chattooga River, GA/SC

            9. Snake River, ID/WY

            10. Deerfield River, MA

 

Most of these destinations and rivers offer a wide variety of trip options, ranging from short half-day river trips to longer multi-day excursions.  Packages and trips durations vary depending on the location and outfitter of choice.  A good place to start  research would be a white water rafting directory site.  Rafting America website offers a comprehensive geographical map with rafting locations in most states, as well as answers to common river rafting questions, river class ratings and contact information.

About the Author

Ryan Hutchings works part-time ad the Executive Director for and organization of rafting outfitters across North America called Rafting America.  He has extensive involvement with outfitters and the river rafting industry across the US, Canada and South America.  Ryan also works as the Marketing Director for Western River Expeditions and helps various other companies with internet marketing and online business strategy.




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