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    Yellowstone River Evening Rafting Trip

    Fit a quick Yellowstone River whitewater run into your park day

    4.9 stars• 529 reviews

    • No hidden fees
    • Includes concierge support

    Duration

    2 hours door-to-door

    Includes

    Wetsuit and bootie rentals

    Highlights

    Explore a short Class I–III rafting run on the Yellowstone River, designed for an evening after time in Yellowstone National Park. Ride rolling wave rapids on the main whitewater stretch, with conditions shaped by water levels.

    • Ride rolling-wave rapids on a wide, high-volume river
    • Add a rafting outing after a full day in Yellowstone National Park
    • Spend 30–45 minutes on the water
    • Travel by bus between the office and river launch

    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 2-3 hours from parking to pulling out heading on your way.

    What's Included

    • Wetsuit
    • Neoprene booties
    • Splash jacket
    • River transportation
    • Safety briefing

    Important details

    • Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled trip time
    • Ages 6+ only
    • At least one adult age 18+ is required with children under 14
    • Requires basic mobility, reasonable physical condition, and the ability to follow guide directions
    • Personal flotation devices fit chests up to 56 inches
    • Pregnant participants are not permitted
    • A signed waiver is required before participation
    • Trips require at least 5 participants to run
    • Trips operate rain or shine, and routes may change for water levels and safety

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 48 hours' notice. Cancellations 24–48 hours before the trip are charged 50%. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows are charged 100%. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

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    FAQs

    Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled trip time.

    May–June and late September: Wear a bathing suit under a provided wetsuit; you can also use a splash jacket and neoprene booties. July–early September: Wear something you don’t mind getting wet (often a bathing suit under lightweight shorts/pants and a T-shirt). Avoid jeans, sweat suits, and heavy cotton. Do not wear sandals without a back strap.

    No. You can bring your own lunch and use the picnic tables.

    Meeting details

    603 Scott Street West, Gardiner, MT 59030

    Experience provided by Montana Whitewater - Yellowstone

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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