Washington White Water River Rafting, Kayaking, and River Safety Classes

Experience unforgettable whitewater rafting and kayaking with Washington’s Whitewater Pros

Thank you for a great Wenatchee River and Methow River season!

Our 2025 Wenatchee River season is coming to an end! Come join us in late August and September for the Tieton River! The last blast of whitewater rafting in Washington state! See more information below!

Wenatchee River

Conditions – Done for the Season.  The Tieton River starts on August 23rd and offers some great class 3 / 3+ whitewater through mid-September

Methow River

Conditions – Done for the Season.  The Tieton River starts on August 23rd and offers some great class 3 / 3+ whitewater through mid-September

What’s Hot in Late-August/September?

Just outside of Yakima, the dam-released Tieton River starts up in late-August and goes into mid-September. After being kept in a reservoir all spring and summer, the Tieton River provides warmer water temperatures with an action packed steep decline of twists and turns along with class III and IV whitewater rapids. This is your last chance for whitewater in Washington state for the 2025 season!

Tieton River

Conditions – AWESOME!  The whitewater will start running from August 23rd to September 20th. Now is the time to book your reservation for the Tieton River! This is the last opportunity for whitewater rafting for the 2025 season! Don’t miss it!

River Recreation Washington White Water Rafting

Washington’s Ultimate River Expedition

Come check out the Wenatchee River whitewater rafting and kayaking near the Bavarian-style village of Leavenworth and Lake Chelan! Discover why the Wenatchee River is Washington state’s most popular white-water rafting destination. With an on-river basecamp along the banks of the Wenatchee River, we offer the most comprehensive rafting experience possible.

River Recreation is proud of its unparalleled safety record in Washington state. We pride ourselves on carrying more safety and rescue gear on the river than any other outfitter. In fact, we are the only company that provides AEDs on all trips. Trust us to guide you professionally down the river, create lasting memories, and ensure an unforgettable adventure.

Our Mission

At River Recreation, our mission is to provide our guests with the best river experience available. The secret to delivering such an exceptional experience lies in the quality, expertise, and professionalism of our whitewater guides and river staff. We strive to have the most highly trained guides on the river, focusing primarily on maintaining the best safety record and providing customer service that goes above and beyond. To ensure consistent quality and unforgettable river adventures, our guides receive ongoing education in incident response, river rescue, and advanced raft management skills.

With over 40 years of experience navigating Washington state’s whitewater, we know how to make it happen by always keeping our customers at the heart of what we do. When challenging situations arise on the river, we are the professionals that others call for help. Safety is always our top priority, and combined with our superior rafts, safety gear, and support staff, we are truly considered Washington’s whitewater experts. We invite you to experience the difference for yourself!

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Popular River Trips

Tieton River Whitewater Rafting

4 Hours

From $109

Catch excitement within a limited time! The Tieton River is at its swiftest during the month of September when the floodgates of Rimrock Lake open. As a result, the mostly calm river transforms into a fast and furious course. During this month, the Tieton River boasts Class 3 and 4 rapids. Water movement that is rated in these tiers is widely known for high speeds and bumpy rides. In other words, Mother Nature has set up a mean coaster for rafters to challenge.

Wenatchee River Family Float

4 Hours

From $94

The Lower Wenatchee River Family Float trip is perfect for young adventurers and those not looking for a whitewater river experience. Great swimming spots, wildlife, and scenery!

Inflatable Kayak Wenatchee River Adventure

4 Hours

From $109

Be the captain, first mate, and the engine of your own inflatable kayak! Get closer to the water and experience how everything on the river is that much larger in an inflatable kayak!

Paddles & Pints

Ages 21+

From $199

Enjoy big wave action on Washington’s most popular whitewater river near Leavenworth, combined with beer tasting, dinner, and overnight camping accommodations!

Whitewater & Wine

Ages 21+

From $199

Enjoy big wave action on Washington’s most popular whitewater river near Leavenworth, combined with local wine tasting, dinner, and overnight camping accommodations!

Methow Whitewater River Rafting

4 Hours

From $115

There’s plenty of whitewater to be paddled on the Methow River! The Black Canyon Rapids are sure to thrill and challenge even experienced rafters, followed by a series of Class III and IV rapids.

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