Oregon·United States
Photo: Bureau of Land Management · Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)
The Rogue was one of the first rivers protected under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, and its 55 km wild section runs through a forested canyon with no roads, bears on the banks and old riverside lodges. The rapids, capped by Blossom Bar, are exciting without being extreme.
In season: May–Sep · Peak: Jun–Aug
Three to five days on the water between Grave Creek and Foster Bar, mixing rapids, calm pools and camping or lodge nights. Commercial trips suit beginners; private trips need the lottery permit and solid rowing skills.
Shorter commercial stretches above the wilderness
The wilderness permit section, four days of class III-IV
The crux drop, portaged by many and scouted by all
Book a guided multi-day trip from Merlin or Galice, or apply in the private permit lottery for the summer season. Scout Blossom Bar from the bank, and run the upper Rogue day stretches first if you are new to rafting.
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