Thank You
Thank you seems to small. Only eight letters to express the rivers of gratitude to each of you. It’s laughable that eight would be enough, for without you our lives as river guides would be undeniably different. Let me explain. Each of you that travels down the river, allows us to live and breathe in […]
7 Must Do Outdoor Activities in Utah
Whitewater Rafting the Gates of Lodore on the Green River The Green River meanders through the Utah/Colorado border but is so spectacular we had to keep it number 1 on our list. Entering through the Gates of Lodore sends you on a 44-mile expedition through technical whitewater rapids like Hell’s Half Miles, lets you sleep […]
White water river rafting in Utah and Colorado 5 amazing canyons
5 Best Canyons to White Water River Raft in Utah and Colorado: The Yampa The Yampa River Canyon, sometimes referred to by as a “little Grand Canyon” is potentially the most beautiful place in the state of Colorado. Located just a short distance outside of Vernal, Utah, the Yampa River is an amazing combination of […]
White Water Rafting For Beginners
White Water Rafting for Beginners White water rafting can be intimidating, especially if your only perspective is from the adventure documentary Congo: The Grand Inga Project. You might be thinking to yourself. “These people are insane! I don’t want to die in crocodile infested waters, with beaches unsafe for camping, where literally everyone dies!” Well […]
Great Valentine’s Day Adventures
Utah’s Best Outdoor Valentine’s Day Destinations Are you an outdoorsy couple, struck by cupid’s arrow but stumped on how to celebrate your love? Look at Utah’s most romantic ways to spend the day with nature. Dog Sledding in the Uintah Mountains Take a ride in the charming Uintah Mountains with some of these adorable […]
Steinaker State Park Vernal, Utah
Everything to know about Steinaker State Park located near Vernal, Utah Utah is famous for its National Monuments and National Parks. A great secret about Utah is its incredible state parks. When visiting Vernal, Utah for one of our white-water rafting trips we recommend taking a little extra time and check out one of […]
Best Season For River Rafting
Best Time of Year to Raft! The time of year you book your river trip will have a dramatic impact on what your trip is like, choosing the right time for you, will help give the trip you are looking for. Late May to early June is a beautiful time of year in […]
4th Graders get a National Parks Pass for FREE!
The Ultimate Kids Trip: 4th graders and their families get in to the Monument for FREE. I have the reputation as the “kids” guide at Dinosaur River Expeditions. Every time there’s a trip with someone under the age of 13, they are inevitably my favorite guest (sorry adults). I can talk for hours with a […]
Unplugging, What to Expect
Unplugging, What to Expect One of the greatest perks of going on a river rafting trip is the lack of cell phone service and internet connection. Today the average American spends over 10 hours looking at a screen every day and the rise of social media is linked with a rise in mental health disorders […]
Flaming Gorge Green River Rafting One Day Trips
Flaming Gorge One Day River Rafting On Utah’s Green River Looking for an adventure that has great scenery, fun rapids and you are only out for a day? Try a guided float trip on Utah’s Green River below Flaming Gorge Dam. This is the most popular stretch of the Green River with people rafting and […]