Oregon Rafting Trips

The World-Class Whitewater Rivers of Oregon
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We are a small guide owned and operated company offering whitewater rafting in Oregon. You will enjoy world-class river trips in small groups with unparalleled personal service, a handcrafted quality and attention to detail, organic meals, and one of the most experienced (and friendly) guide staff’s in the world. We offer rafting ranging from mild to heart pounding, from half-day trips to 9-day wilderness adventures; most are off the beaten path, and all offer incredible whitewater and scenery. Whether you’re a first-timer or an experienced paddler, join us for an Oregon river trip like no other!

Visit our About Us and Why Momentum pages to learn more. Below are our Oregon rafting trips or you can see all our river trips with our interactive rivers map.

 

Our Oregon Rafting Trips

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    Wilderness Gourmet Rafting Trips

    2 to 4 days | See trip Information | Class III to IV+ | Gateway: Varies by trip

    Join us on a unique, chef hosted, active, farm to table style, wilderness gourmet river trip. Called “The best meal in the middle of nowhere” and featured in Travel + Leisure, Sunset Magazine & the Oregonian. Trips designed to connect people with nature, good food, elevated hospitality, and adventure.

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    Rogue River Rafting

    3 to 5 days | May - September | Class III / IV- | Gateway: Ashland / Medford Oregon (MFR)

    The Rogue River is an iconic American classic, one of the country's great summer wilderness trips, and a founding member of the National Wild and Scenic River System. It is everything people imagine a Pacific Northwest river to be.

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    Upper Klamath River Rafting Safari

    2 days | June - Sept | Class IV+ | Gateway: Ashland / Medford Oregon (MFR)

    Steep, technical whitewater, an award winning ultra-comfortable ‘safari style’ backcountry camp (think glamping), & the most beautiful and exciting sections of the Upper Klamath after the historic dam removals. An action packed and comfortable luxury camping trip - combining the ‘old’ with the ‘new’ for one of the most unique trips in the U.S.

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    Rogue River Trail Running

    3-Days | April-May, September-October | Gateway: Ashland / Medford, OR (MFR)

    Join Momentum River Expeditions & ultra-runner hosts on a 3-Day raft supported Trail Running Trip along Oregon’s Rogue River. Combine the famous Rogue River Trail with comfortable raft supported riverside camping and lodging and gourmet meals.

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    Illinois River Rafting

    4 days | April - early May | Class IV+ (V) | Gateway: Medford OR (MFR)

    One of the great wilderness river journeys in the country - some say the best. Few rivers can match its combination of extreme isolation, solitude, beauty, and whitewater. We can only take 24 guests per year.

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    Lower Owyhee

    5 days | April - May | Class III+ | Gateway: Boise, ID (BOI)

    The Owyhee River is described in many ways; Grand Canyon of Oregon, the loneliest river in the U.S., bizarrely beautiful, and more. Located in the remote southeast corner of the state, the river is almost unmatched in its remoteness and desert beauty.

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    Middle Owyhee

    4 Days | April - Early May | IV+ | Gateway: Boise, ID (BOI) / Eastern OR

    One of the most incredible & rarely run river trips in the country. A Middle Owyhee trip is for those who are looking for isolated wilderness, spectacularly dramatic landscapes, and plenty of excitement. A true wilderness experience & an expedition style trip.

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    Lower Owyhee Kayak Expedition

    7 Days | June | Class IV+ | Gateway: Boise, ID (BOI)

    Our Lower Owyhee Inflatable Kayaking Expedition spends 7 days immersed in one of the most remote, wild, and beautiful areas of the United States: the 'Grand Canyon' of Oregon.

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    Upper Klamath Day Trips

    1 Day | April - Oct | Class II to IV+ | Gateway: Ashland / Medford Oregon (MFR)

    Join us on the newly restored Upper Klamath River after the historic dam removals. We offer high adventure day trips as well as a more mellow scenic day trip. Including a trip down the newly freed Kikaceki Canyon - one most imposing and visually stunning canyons on the West.

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    Lower Owyhee DeRiemer Kayaking Trip

    6 Days | April - May | Class III+ | Gateway: Boise, ID

    Join the nationally recognized kayaking instructors at DeRiemer Adventure Kayaking for guided hard shell kayaking and instruction on the Salt River. The river is extremely remote, bizarrely beautiful, unpredictable, sometimes haunting, very wild, and rarely seen.

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    Rogue River Stand Up Paddling

    1/2 day (full day option) | June - September | Class II/III | Gateway: Ashland, Oregon

    Stand-up Paddle boarding on a little known section of the Rogue River. Mix and match between a raft, inflatable kayaks, or try Stand Up Paddle Boarding. A charter trip designed for friends or family to get outside in a way that few have tried.

Recent Testimonials

  • "You all truly went above and beyond. I was blown away by the accommodations, the quality of food, the amount of provisions provided, and the attention to every little detail (air freshener at the Groover??? Amazing.). Plus I always felt incredibly safe and comfortable with your guides and trusted them implicitly. I would highly recommend Momentum to anyone who wants to rough it without "roughing it"!" - Vanessa
  • "I think you all have done a spectacular job of creating a comfortable yet still authentic wilderness experience. It is amazing what can be provided in the wilderness of Alaska." - Gia
  • "These are the nicest, most accommodating, most patient people I may have ever met - with a great sense of humor. It was an honor to get to know them even a little" - Vassar
  • "Momentum is now our group's favorite outfitter. In 50 years of going on trips with other companies, this was the best team of guides I have ever seen." - Kim
  • "I loved this trip and felt challenged by new rapids, especially the more technical ones like Caldera and Wild Horse. It was incredibly rewarding. The camp was the most luxurious camping experience I’ve ever had. I loved and had the best sleep of my life! The food was outstanding and so plentiful! " - Amanda
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