Guided Scenic Raft Float on Yellowstone River
A calm, guide-rowed Yellowstone River float with sweeping valley views
Duration
2–3 hrs
Ideal For
6 to 12 people
Includes
Guide, rafting gear, transport
Highlights
Settle into a guide-rowed raft for a gentle Class I float on a flat-water stretch of the Yellowstone River. With little to no splashes, this shared trip favors relaxed river-valley scenery over adrenaline and departs near Yellowstone National Park's North Entrance.
- Drift through calm Class I water with little to no splashes
- Take in Yellowstone River Valley views near Yellowstone National Park's North Entrance
- Watch for elk, bison, bald eagles, and osprey along the river
- Ride with a guide certified in CPR, swift-water rescue, and at least Wilderness First Aid
Itinerary
- Make a reservation online or directly with the office, yes we take walk-ins!
- Read your confirmation email to be prepared for your trip
- Call our office to ask any questions, change, update or cancel your reservation
- Fill out the online waivers linked in your confirmation email (every participant needs to sign one)
- Show up at the office for check in
- Complete check in
- Complete the gear-up process with the guides (we have changing rooms)
- Leave all personal items in your vehicle, or in the office if you don't have a vehicle
- Check in with the trip leader
- Hop on the bus
- We drive you to the put-in where you will receive a safety briefing by the trip leader and a boat assignment
- You meet your guide, load into the raft and go down the river!
- We pick you up and bring you back to the office to change into dry clothes, view the trip photos and our awesome company merchandise
Allow about 2.5-3.5 hours from parking to pulling out heading on your way.
What's Included
- Certified rafting guide
- Wetsuits and neoprene booties
Important details
- Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled departure
- Ages 6+ only; children under 14 require at least one adult age 18+ on the trip
- Maximum 56-inch chest size to fit the personal flotation device
- Requires basic mobility and reasonably good physical condition
- Pregnant travelers cannot participate
- Requires following guide directions and demonstrating that you can do so before departure
- Sign a release, waiver, and assumption-of-risk agreement before participating
- Trips run rain or shine
- Do not wear jeans, sweatsuits, or heavy cotton; sandals without back straps are not permitted on the river
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation with more than 48 hours' notice. Cancellations 24–48 hours before departure are charged 50%; within 24 hours and no-shows are charged 100%.
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FAQs
In May–June and late September, wear a bathing suit under the provided wetsuit; you can also use a splash jacket and neoprene booties. In July–early September, wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet (a bathing suit under lightweight shorts/pants and a T-shirt works well). Wear sturdy sandals or water shoes; sandals without a back strap aren’t permitted. Avoid jeans, sweat suits, or other heavy cotton. Changing rooms are available onsite.
Lunch isn’t provided. You can bring your own and use the onsite picnic tables.
Trips typically run rain or shine. If the operator cancels, you can reschedule or receive a refund. If the trip still runs and you choose to cancel, the standard cancellation policy applies.
Meeting details
603 Scott Street, Gardiner, MT 59030
