The lodge was designed by Mary Colter and built in the 1920’s. Due to the remote location, food and other supplies are packed in from the South Rim by mules. Guests hoping to visit can only get to the ranch by a mule ride, a grueling rim to rim hike, or sometimes by a whitewater rafting trip. For … Read More
The Bar 10 Ranch & Guest Lodge is mostly known to Grand Canyon Whitewater rafters as their first interaction with civilization after a week roughing it on the Colorado River. But it is so much more than that… Tony Heaton and his wife Ruby founded the ranch in the early 70s to continue their … Read More
The roar of the rapids and grandiosity of the cliff walls might initially draw one in, but the starry night skies will confirm anyone's love of Grand Canyon. All you have to do is look up before you drift to sleep in the canyon and you'll see the milky way shining brightly among a sea of stars, … Read More
We've found that Grand Canyon rafters often have a good sense of humor when it comes to the not-so-appealing side of river trips. We hope you will happily nod in agreement to these handy tips. Ways to Prepare for a River trip One week before the trip, have a yard of sand delivered to your … Read More
The reality is that there is no dependable way of reaching guests on the river in the event of a family emergency at home, regardless of the severity. You will need to be prepared for the fact that if something does happen at home, you will not know or be able to do anything about it until you … Read More
Chances are, at some point on your Grand Canyon Whitewater trip, you are going to encounter some other adventurers. If you're hiking in or out of the canyon on one of our Partial Canyon trips, you'll undoubtedly pass a lot of other hikers on Bright Angel Trail. And, if you're doing one of our Full … Read More
DAY HIKES FROM THE RIVER Camping underneath a blanket of stars, thrilling whitewater, and exploring Grand Canyon is what we’re all about at Grand Canyon Whitewater. Our goal is to give you a full Grand Canyon experience. For many guests, exploring the canyon by foot is the highlight of their … Read More
YES! You want to talk about reconnecting with your kids? This is it. A few hours into the trip, they'll realize that their cell phones don't work and turn their focus to the amazing environment they are in. We get questions about kids being bored and I will say that the daily routine is … Read More
If you are affected by depression or anxiety and planning to raft with us, this blog may be helpful to you. We understand that every individual’s experience is distinctly personal, and the ways for managing are just as varied. We don’t know you, but we do know the river. Over the years we’ve … Read More
Have you completed your Grand Canyon Whitewater rafting trip and looking for more of what Northern Arizona has to offer? William’s, Arizona is known for being the “small town with a big heart,” and it’s located just over an hour from the South or 35 miles west of Flagstaff. Here’s where to stay, … Read More
Grand Canyon Whitewater
PO Box 2848, Flagstaff, Arizona 86003
United States of America
info@grandcanyonwhitewater.com
800-343-3121
This service is operated by Grand Canyon Whitewater, LLC., a Concessioner under contract with the U.S. Government and administered by the National Park Service. The Concessioner is responsible for conducting these operations in a satisfactory manner. Prices are approved by the National Park Service.
