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Yampa River Specialists
The Yampa River travels through northwestern Colorado, before joining the Green River just a few miles east of the Utah border. It is the only major tributary of the Colorado that is still flowing freely unhindered by dams. Due to its relative isolation in an under-traveled part of the state, river rafters can find a peace and solitude lacking on more crowded raft trips in popular areas.

Raft trips float the river through Dinosaur National Monument, passing by mighty sandstone formations such as Tiger Wall and preserved Native American dwellings and rock art. Boaters will often be distracted from the scenery, however, by thrilling whitewater passages, among which are the infamous Warm Springs Rapids. Most of the river, however, is made up of long, slow segments that allow rafters time to appreciate the beautiful scenery.

A typical trip on the Yampa lasts 4 days, beginning from Deerlodge Park at the east end of Dinosaur National Monument. Trips end either just after the Yampa joins the Green, or continue farther down the Green into northeast Utah.



 The Basics

Location: In Northwestern Colorado through Dinosaur National Monument
Difficulty: Class II to IV
Length: 46 - 70 miles
Time to Allow: Day-Day
Season: May to June


 Guides & Outfitters

  Don Hatch River Expeditions Don Hatch River Expeditions   
  Utah 800-342-8243
  Don Hatch River ExpeditionsFind out why Don Hatch River Expeditions is known throughout the U.S. for Utah rafting excellence as the “original river running company” with a heritage of 75+ years of Utah river rafting guiding experience and guest service. Join Don Hatch River Expeditions on a Utah whitewater rafting adventure.


  Holiday Expeditions - Rafting Holiday Expeditions - Rafting        Hot Deal!-
  Statewide Book Online
  Holiday Expeditions - RaftingSince 1966, Holiday Expeditions has provided trips to the most spectacular landscapes on earth. Today, we offer whitewater rafting in Utah, Colorado and Idaho, on the Colorado, Green, Yampa, San Juan, Salmon and Snake rivers. Click here for the ride of your life!


  River Runners Transport River Runners Transport   
  Eastern Utah custom rental & shuttle services 800-930-7238
  River Runners TransportRiver Runner's Transport is not a guide service, but we specialize in support, shuttles, food buy/pack and planning for fantastic, hassle-free river trips. We offer top-of-the-line river equipment rentals, river shuttle services and buy/pack food service. We offer a full line of retail whitewater equipment and reliable rentals. We can supply everything you need!


  Adrift Adventures (Jensen) Adrift Adventures (Jensen)   
  Dinosaur Area 1-800-723-8987
  Adrift Adventures (Jensen)Family Whitewater Rafting Trips Daily. Experience Utah rafting and awesome canyon scenery on a one day rafting trip through Split Mountain Gorge in Dinosaur National Monument. This is an ideal addition to a family vacation, children 6 years and older are welcome. Discover a vacation of a lifetime on our 4-5 day rafting expeditions on the Yampa and Green Rivers in Dinosaur National Monument.


  O.A.R.S. O.A.R.S.
  Yampa River; Green River; Dinosaur National Monument 800-346-6277
  As the largest and most diverse rafting & adventure company in the west, O.A.R.S. runs Colorado whitewater rafting trips on the Yampa River and Green River in Dinosaur National Monument. Join O.A.R.S. for a whitewater river rafting adventure, and you'll experience a high-quality adventure vacation with one of the most respected outdoor adventure travel companies since 1969.


  Vista Verde Ranch - Rafting/Kayaking Vista Verde Ranch - Rafting/Kayaking   
  Near Steamboat Springs 970-879-3858
  Vista Verde Ranch - Rafting/KayakingWe have lots of white water for you to enjoy! If you decide to stay closer to the ranch but are still looking for an action packed river adventure, then kayaking is for you! We also have exciting day long whitewater rafting adventures down the Eagle and Colorado Rivers.


  Adventure Bound River Expeditions Adventure Bound River Expeditions
  Colorado, Green and Yampa Rivers 800-423-4668
  Adventure Bound River ExpeditionsQuality two to seven day trips on the Colorado, Green and Yampa rivers since 1963. Inflatable kayaks available on all trips. Trips meet and return to Grand Junction, Steamboat Springs and Moab. 1-day Westwater (Colorado River) trips launch Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. 1-day Ruby Canyon (Colorado River) trips every Saturday. Call us! Join us!



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