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McKenzie River Rafting Trip

The McKenzie River is a classic mountain white water rafting river in Oregon.

Beginning on the slopes of the western Cascades and flowing in crystal-clear, sparkling torrents through lush, green forests down into the pastoral McKenzie Valley, the McKenzie is possibly Oregon's most popular river due to its beauty, proximity to Eugene and other Oregon cities, the variety of whitewater, and superb trout and salmon fishing.

Also, the mountains around the river offer some of the most scenic and varied hiking in the Pacific Northwest.

The most popular section for whitewater boaters is the 36 miles from Ollalie Campground to just above Leaburg Dam. The upper stretch between Ollalie and Blue River is a favorite for kayakers as it offers almost nonstop rapids.

McKenzie River Rafting Route Map

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Mckenzie River 1-Day Trip~17 Miles

OLALLIE CAMP GROUND TO BRUCKART BRIDGE, 17 miles or

PARADISE CAMP GROUND TO FOREST GLEN BOAT RAMP 17 miles

Thank you for inquiring about our one day paddle raft adventure! The towering Douglas fir, giant ferns and hanging mosses of the McKenzie River corridor provide a beautiful backdrop to this pristine, clear running river.

We start at Ollalie Campground boat launch on Hwy 126, with a thorough on-shore training session by our knowledgeable, company-certified guides. Without delay your adventure will begin.

Immediately upon entering the river we experience almost non-stop rapids. As the river rushes on, we begin admiring the McKenzie’s unrivalled scenery. A few miles down river we encounter Fishladder Rapids (Class III), which begins around a left bend in the river.

Belknap Hot Springs is below, where plumes of steam can be seen on river right. The hot water is piped into the pools at Belknap Lodge & Hot Springs. Many a guest have taken the plunge into these warm, relaxing pools after concluding their day with us on the much cooler waters of the McKenzie. Belknap offers an hourly rate for just this purpose. Give them a call for more info at (541) 822-3512 and let them know we sent you!!!

We race past Paradise Campground, located nine miles below our Olallie put-in, where the river takes on a drop and pool character, offering a long boulder garden beginning at the town of McKenzie Bridge and extending to the covered Rainbow Bridge. The bouncy, roller-coaster effect of these boulders will thrill you, and we view some of the spectacular homes along the lush green banks of the river.

Our float comes to an end at Cougar Bridge on the river’s left bank where our van awaits you with bountiful lunch and hot beverages to warm you up. With a 15-mile shuttle, we transport you back to your vehicles at the Olallie boat ramp by 4:00 pm, allowing ample time to get home before dark.

This is an adventure for any river enthusiast and one you won’t want to miss. If you have any questions, please give us a call. We look foreward to boating with you soon!

Cost per person:

Adult $85.00

Junior $75.00

(12 and under)

* preparation checklist

McKenzie River Half-Day Trip ~ 8 Miles

OLLALIE CAMP GROUND TO PARADISE BOAT RAMP, 8 Miles or

PARADISE CAMP GROUND TO BRUCKART BRIDGE, 8 Miles

Our Mckenzie river rafting trips are very exciting! The towering Douglas fir, giant ferns and hanging mosses of the McKenzie River corridor provide a beautiful backdrop to this pristine, clear running river.

We start at Ollalie or Paradise boat launchs off Highway 126, with a thorough on-shore training session by our knowledgeable, company-certified guides. Without delay your adventure will begin.

Immediately upon entering the river we experience almost non-stop rapids. This continuous white water river is spring fed and originates in Clear Lake, which we pass on the drive to the put-in.

As the river rushes on, we begin admiring the McKenzie’s unrivaled scenery. You will enjoy one of the few temperate old growth rainforests above the equator. The lush forest is full of Douglas fir trees, various types of ferns and moss. You will also have the opportunity to observe the many inhabitants of the forest including Osprey, Eagles, ducks, and deer to name a few. Through the crystal clear water you may spot Trout, Salmon, and Steelhead.

The river is filled with numerous level II and some level III rapids. The rocky river creates a bouncy, roller-coaster effect; these boulders will thrill you as we view some of the spectacular homes along the lush green banks of the river.

Our half-day Ollalie Trip ends at paradise boat ramp. While the guides load the rafts we will have a very nice snack set up. Our half-day Paradise Trip ends at Bruckhart bridge boat ramp and will also include the same snack. Both of these trips are about 2-1/2 hrs in length. We usually run the Ollalie section at the beginning of the season and when the river level drops we move to the paradise section as our main trip.

This is an adventure for any river enthusiast and one you won’t want to miss. If you have any questions, please give us a call. We look forward to boating with you soon!

Cost per person:

Adult: $65.00

Junior: $55.00

(12 & under)

* preparation checklist

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