White River Guided Trip – 3 Days

Discover the Wild, Remote Beauty of White River Canyon!

Meeting point: 39o 58.758′ N 109o 10.749′ W

Are you looking for a truly remote area? If so, then welcome to the wild and secluded beauty of the White River Canyon in western Colorado & eastern Utah near Rangely, CO. Fantastic hiking may await you and the wildlife includes herds of wild horses, antelope, deer and beaver. Excellent camping is found in the cottonwood groves along the river during this canoe adventure.

What is included:

– Boats, paddles, lifejackets and straps for securing the gear in boats
– Chemically treated porta-potty with privacy tent and supplies
– 1 Dry bag/person for your gear (3.8 cu. Ft.: 16” diameter x 33” tall)
– Fire pan for campfires and cooking
– All meals and kitchen gear
– Drinking water and lemonade
– Complimentary wine with dinner
– First aid kit and rescue equipment
– 2–3 Guides
highlights: ##Difficulty
– Beginner: suitable for kids 6-12. Mostly flat water with possible small waves. No experience necessary and average fitness level required.
disclaimers: A $100 dollar deposit is required at the time of booking. The remaining balance will be owed 28 days before launch
faqs: Will there be a safety talk?
Yes, your guides will give a 30-point safety talk the morning of your trip.

Will there be paddling instruction?
Yes, your guides will show you basic paddling techniques the morning of your trip.

What if I’ve never paddled a canoe before?
Many of our rivers are ideal for first-time paddlers. Be sure to address this when signing up for a trip. We want you to have fun and be excited…not scared.

What if I’ve never camped before?
That’s okay, your guides are glad to help put up your tent.

What if it rains?
Rain showers are usually brief in the desert and frankly quite refreshing. We recommend good rain gear that covers your head, upper torso and legs.

Are all my meals included?
Yes, starting with breakfast the first morning of your trip through lunch on the last day of the trip.

Can you accommodate vegetarians, gluten and lactose intolerant people?
Yes, just let us know upon signing up for your trip.

Who does all the cooking?
Your guides and they do the dishes afterwards! The kitchen is a fun place to be so you might want to help.

What if I’m on a highly restricted diet?
We’re happy to email you the entire trip menu for your review. We think you’ll find it quite versatile. However, you’re always welcome to bring any special food you’d like and the guides will help you cook it.

May I bring my own beverages?
We invite you to bring a medium sized cooler (in the 28 qt. range) with any drinks you’d like. If adult beverages are consumed, we ask that you drink responsibly. We serve complementary wine at dinner.

Will there be plenty of water on the trip?
Yes, we’ll bring 5 gallon jugs of fresh water.

What gear does Centennial provide?
We’ll provide the canoes, paddles, life jackets, water, food, safety equipment, stoves and guides.

What are the big items I need to bring?
Tent, sleeping bag, mattress pad and camp chair.

How does my gear get down the river?
All personal and community gear gets tied into the canoes. Each person will receive a “Dry Bag,” which is a waterproof bag about the size of a military duffle bag. You can fit you sleeping bag, mattress pad and tent into this bag. You should also have space to include personal clothing.

If I go on the trip alone, will I have someone to paddle with?
Going alone or “solo” is no problem and happens all the time. The guides will pair you with another person or you might paddle with one of the guides.

How many hours a day will we paddle?
You’ll usually spend about 5 hours a day paddling. There will also be a one-hour break for lunch. Count on covering about 14-miles per day.

What is the weather like?
You’ll be in a desert environment and the day to night temperature swings are about 30 degrees. Daytime: June, 80’s, July 90’s, August 80’s, September 80’s.

Are the guides trained in First Aid?
Yes, and many of our guides are Wilderness First Responders, which is advanced First Aid.

Where will we pitch our tents?
On the rivers edge.

Are their bathroom facilities?
No, you’ll be in the remote backcountry and we’re required to pack out all human waste. Your trip will be equipped with a portable toilet housed in a privacy tent.

Will there be cell phone reception?
Yes & no. Cell reception continues to get better in remote areas. You can usually get cell reception if you move around a little bit or get to a high point near the river.

What happens to my car while I’m on the river?
Your guides will coordinate a caravan to move cars to the take-out so it will be waiting for you at the conclusion of your trip. Or, you’ll be shuttled in a Centennial passenger van. Car shuttling all depends on the river you choose.

How do I sign up for a trip?
On our website, check by mail or by calling our office. We accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover.

How old does a child need to be?
Kids must be 6 years old. Our advanced rivers require kids to be 13. Our children’s prices are for kids 6-12 years old.

How big are the canoes?
We use 16’9” long canoes that are designed for two adults and to carry lots of gear.

Do they tip over very easily?
Any kind of boat can capsize and some more easily than others. As canoes go, ours are very stable because the bottom is very flat. They’re designed for long-distance touring.

What brand canoes do you use?
We only use Old Town canoes made with 3-layer Royalex. The middle layer is an air-filled foam material that makes the canoe unsinkable.