White Salmon Rafting: Pacific Northwest Adventure

Experience thrilling Class III-IV rapids on the White Salmon River, perfect for all skill levels. Discover pristine wilderness just outside Portland, Oregon.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 860 WA-141 - The White Salmon River, featuring class III and IV whitewater, presents thrilling rapids, dynamic paddling, breathtaking views, and a memorable experience! This full-day journey on the White Salmon River showcases remarkable whitewater and beautiful Pacific Northwest landscapes along the uninterrupted Middle and Lower sections of the river.
What's Included
  • Bilingual Guide
  • Lunch
  • All necessary rafting gear provided: PFD, Helmet, Paddle, Wetsuit Booties, Paddle jacket, Fleece sweater
What's Not Included
  • Please bring a bathing suit or shorts to wear under the wetsuit provided.
Additional Information

The White Salmon River rafting adventure has been a favorite among whitewater enthusiasts for many years. Ideal for both novices and seasoned rafters, the river’s Class III-IV rapids provide a thrilling challenge even for our most experienced rafting guests.
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Location
860 WA-141
Washington 141
Please arrive 15 minutes before your trip start time. When you arrive, please check-in with our reservations team at the front desk.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Loreh444
Jul 9, 2026
BEST RAFTING ADVENTURE EVER!!! - My son and I had rafted with Marcus . He was amazing ; he was fun , excellent, skilled , best guide ever !!! We had such a wonderful rafting adventure ! We couldn’t stop smiling . Definitely an adventurous memory that day ! So glad we didn’t miss this !!!!
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Tn-caver
Jul 3, 2026
Absolutely amazing!! - Wet Planet was fantastic! It’s well run and clean and cute. My guide, Lauren Chapple was wonderful! The lunch provided was great and hit the spot. But the best part was the river. I’ve done over a hundred rivers and this was the best by far! The rapids were fun but the scenery was ridiculously good. Let’s be honest, river rapids look the same after awhile but the scenery is what sticks out for me. And the scenery here is unique. Very cool canyons in both the upper and lower parts. Crystal clear water. Very cold but Wet Planet has you covered with neoprene booties, pants, tops and splash shirts. I enjoyed this so much I plan to make it an annual thing.
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Karenll2206du
May 25, 2026
Fantastic experience - Bobbie our guide was so calm, funny, professional and really took great care of us! Excellent,clear instructions! Love to raft again with him . All the guests were great people
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Lisah000
May 21, 2026
Great Rafting on White Salmon River - We had a great time rafting on the White Salmon River and bonus the weather was perfect. Check-in at the office was simple. We met our guides to get an overview of the day's schedule and get geared up. Wet Planet provided all the equipment to keep us warm (and safe) which was awesome. There were changing stalls available which was very nice as well. After a short drive to the launch point, we got in the rafts and started our paddle journey. Ethan our guide was excellent; both very experienced and clear with the commands as well as loads of stories to share. Ethan also shared history of the river (demolished damn) and local wildlife. Our day was divided into 2 paddle sections with a lunch (+ bio) break in between. We had a mix of class 1-3 rapids which was fun! The water was too full over Husum falls so we had to get out and walk around. Truly a great experience and highly recommend the full day. Would raft again next time with Wet Planet and hopefully paddle over Husum.
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O7010bwfeliciam
Sep 2, 2025
Beautiful, adventurous, fun - Book this rafting trip!! So worth it! Even if you are an inexperienced rafter. Half day or full day is totally worth it. I’ve done many rafting trips over the years, this is one the best ones I’ve ever done
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Tynet2025
Aug 30, 2025
Amazing time on the White Salmon full day trip - Rafted with wet planet for the second time, and had an incredible time! Our guide Mason was great. He was really knowledgeable, safe and fun. He gave great instructions and had lots to share about the river, geology and local history. I highly recommend Wet Planet, all staff from check in to bus driver were friendly and helpful.
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Aliyag123
Aug 17, 2025
Beautiful day on the White Salmon River! - After a quick shuttle from the lobby, we were on the water in no time. Mason gave a clear and thorough safety briefing, and Kirk guided us down the river with expert skill. Both were not only professional but also incredibly knowledgeable about the Gorge’s geology, which added so much to the experience. The trip offers a perspective of the Gorge you simply can’t get anywhere else — totally worth it. Wetsuits and booties kept us comfortable despite the chilly 50-degree water. One thing to note (which I don’t recall seeing in the description): there is some rock scrambling required to bypass sections of the river they don’t run. We loved this part and thought it added extra adventure, but if you’re less steady on your feet it may be worth asking about shorter trips or other options. All in all, an amazing outing — and we’d absolutely book again!
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Seattleaw
Aug 11, 2025
Fantastic trip that far exceeded expectations. - Fantastic trip that far exceeded expectations. Most anyone who is reasonably fit can do this, and the thrills of the class 4 rapids are amazing. One of the best (of 10-12) rivers I've floated. Wet Planet has this dialed in, great gear, super well supported and really strong guides. Thomas was ours and he was great. Tell his mom he's doing just fine. And the lead guide (forgot his name, but it was 9/9) was outstanding too. This is a great value and totally worth doing, more than once.
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Spanaway
Aug 10, 2025
Wet Planet rocks! - We had such a blast on the Salmon river. My husband and our 4 children (adults) went out and all of us had so much fun. Our guide, Dalton, was amazing and he was informative about the environment, a very good instructor on how to handle the rapids, and very entertaining as well. His engagement with our boat led to a full day of non-stop "dad" jokes shared by all, lol. We will definitely be returning!
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S1300nubriang
Aug 4, 2025
MEMORIES FOREVER! - WoWeee! So amazing, honestly the BEST tour, and I've been on a lot of tours. The staff was friendly, professional, silly, efficient with great attention to detail. Everything from check in to lunch and the heart pounding falls, was truly great! Our guide Ethan was fantastic and had great stories...of the history and memories of previous trips. Absolutely a thrill!
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From $160
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).