Western River Stories

For years, you’ve heard the same thing: If you want to raft the Grand Canyon, you'd better plan two years out and get on a waiting list. Not this...

In a world where generations are often divided by technology, lifestyle, and pace, a rafting trip is one of the few experiences where grandparents...

Our tagline, "Best Rafting Vacations in the West" touches every aspect of what we do at Western River Expeditions. Of course every business wants...

Once upon a time, the greatest travel flex was a grainy, slightly off-center photo developed at your local drugstore, proof that you actually went...

We understand the uncertainty surrounding potential federal budget cuts, and we want to assure you that your Grand Canyon rafting adventure with...

Vacations come in all shapes and sizes, but few offer the unforgettable experiences and sheer exhilaration of a rafting trip. Rivers have a way of...

With the recent announcement of REI Co-op shutting down its Adventures branch after 40 years, many outdoor enthusiasts wonder where to turn for...

Forget FOMO. We are now in search of JOMO. In a world buzzing with notifications, endless scrolls, and the constant pull to be everywhere at once,...

The best time of year to raft the Grand Canyon may depend on the lens you’re looking through. (See what I did there?) Photographers are picky....

We can all agree that the skill of living happily is a good skill to get! But do you ever feel like the best you can do is pursue happiness and not...

Ah, the holidays—the time to gather, share, and serve up stories, recipes and memories of good times gone by. Since good food always seems present...

Sylvan Ambrose Hart, better known as "Buckskin Bill", was the stuff of legends. An eccentric recluse, a skilled hunter, a storyteller with a flair...

Hey adventurers, We need your help to spread the word about a new problem (with an age-old solution). We are talking about endlessly scrolling on...

The Rogue River is the centerpiece of many Southern Oregon adventures, but this diverse region has a lot to offer. It would be a shame to miss your...

Rowing More Than a Thousand Miles... Solo In the annals of whitewater rafting history, Buzz Holmstrom stands tall. A gas station attendant turned...

As we step into 2024, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Canyonlands National Park, an awe-inspiring testament to the power and beauty of nature....

Desert landscapes are forbidding and alluring all at once. You may get a sense of it on Route 66 somewhere between Winslow Arizona and that left...

The roar of the rapids fills the air, adrenaline pumping through your veins as you navigate the churning water. Whitewater rafting trips can bring...

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than by giving the gift of adventure? We've curated a list of Christmas shopping...

Most likely, you have heard or seen the news reports that have shifted from dire predictions about a drought in the Western United States to...

I told Claire, when I called to thank her for her words, that her review had struck all of us Western River computer-bound office staff like a...