About This Tour
Rafting on glacial meltwater flowing through collapsed lava tubes from Mt. Adams volcano, it's stunning! Perfect for first timers and adventurous enough for those who have rafted before. Reserve your space now and come experience the magic of the White Salmon!
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White Salmon River Rafting Half Day
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Special Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions: Where do we meet? We meet at Northwestern Park on the White Salmon River. 40 Northwestern Lake Rd, White Salmon, WA 98672 Google maps will get you there! From Portland: 84 East. Exit 64 and cross the Hood River Bridge into Washington (Toll Bridge). Left on WA-14W and go 1.5 miles. Right on WA-141 Alt/WA-141 Alternate N and go 2.2 miles. Left / continue on WA-141 N and go 1.9 miles. Left on Nestor Peak Road/Northwestern Lake Road, 0.4 miles (over bridge) Left into Northwestern Park, please park tightly as there are limited spaces. When do we meet? Meet times are the trip times, please arrive five minutes early. How far away is Northwestern Park from Portland? It's about an hour and a half from downtown Portland. You will use your car as your storage locker, please leave valuables at home or your hotel. You may not bring your phone on the raft, please lock your phones in your glove compartment. We will lock your keys away in a metal lockbox. What should I wear? Please see our Get Ready page for all the details. If it's chilly, we'll provide Splash Jackets in addition to the always required wetsuits or you may bring your own suit / booties. My guide was AWESOME - can I tip them? Absolutely. Our guides are the best in the business, and as part of the service industry, tips are always welcome. What souvenirs are available? Our professional photographers know the best spots to capture the excitement. Their photos will be available for purchase. We also have some great Portland Rafting Company swag! What is the minimum age for rafting the White Salmon? 10 years old for April, May and June. 8 years old July - October.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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