Westwater Canyon Rafting Trips Near Moab, UT
Moab, Utah - Colorado River - Class III-IV
Westwater Canyon
Runs Wild.
Are You In?
1-day adventures, 2-night experiences, and 3-day expeditions. Pick your adventure through 1.7-billion-year-old canyon walls guided by our full-time experts. Fully catered and operated from the heart of Moab since 1971.
"Best of State" Award Winner
National Geographic Recognized
40+ Years · Based in Moab
Secure Vehicle Storage Included
Westwater Canyon Rafting Trips Near Moab, UT
Moab, Utah - Colorado River - Class III-IV
Westwater Canyon
Runs Wild.
Are You In?
1-day adventures, 2-night experiences, and 3-day expeditions. Pick your adventure through 1.7-billion-year-old canyon walls guided by our full-time experts. Fully catered and operated from the heart of Moab since 1971.
National Geographic Recognized
"Best of State" Award Winner
40+ Years · Based in Moab
Secure Vehicle Storage Included
40+
YEARS RUNNING WESTWATER
1971
FOUNDED IN MOAB, UT
1.7B
YEAR OLD ROCK WALLS
17 Mi.
OF CANYON PER TRIP
Ages 10+
WELCOME ON ALL TRIPS
WHY CHOOSE SHERRI GRIFFITH
The Most Respected Outfitter on the Colorado River
Sheri Griffith has been the go-to river outfitter that Moab locals recommend to guests year after year. For over four decades, we've treated families, couples, and solo travelers to "Adventures With A Touch of Class."
National Geographic & "Best of State" Recognized
These awards reflect four decades of consistently excellent guiding, gourmet food, and guest care that sets the standard in the Southwest.
Based in Moab
Our office is in Moab. We depart from Moab. Your vehicle is stored safely in our fenced, gated yard in Moab. We handle everything in-town
Full-Time Guides
Our guides run these rivers season-long. They're career professionals with WFR or EMT certifications, Food Handlers Training, and years of Westwater-specific experience.
Gourmet Meals Every Trip
We're known for our fresh, high-quality riverside cooking. Guests consistently say that the food is a highlight. Build-your-own lunches, hearty breakfasts, and dinners next to the fire.
Everything 100% Included
Tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, dry bags, PFDs, kitchen gear, transportation from Moab - it's all included. We also offer cot rentals for guests who want to be off the ground.
1, 2, or 3 Day Trips
No other Westwater outfitter matches our flexibility. Run the canyon in a single full day, stretch it into an overnight, or explore Ruby & Horsethief Canyons on our 3-day adventure. Luxury charter options are also available.
CHOOSE YOUR TRIP
Westwater Canyon, Three Ways to Run It.
One day or a long weekend, we've got a Westwater Canyon trip for you. Pick the trip that fits your schedule the best, and we'll take care of everything else.
1 DAY
One-Day Run
The most exciting single-day whitewater trip near Moab! All the rapids, canyons, and geology, plus you'll be back by dinner.
Length: 17 river miles
Rapids: Class III-IV
Min. Age: 10+
Departs: 7:00 AM, Moab
Returns: ~6:00 PM, Moab
Price/person: $235 (plus taxes and gov't fees)
Buffet sandwich lunch on the river
All safety equipment & PFDs
Professional guide service
Transport to/from Moab
Secure vehicle storage
2 DAYS - 1 NIGHT - Most Popular
2-Night Trip
Slow down, set up camp on the beach, wake up to coffee next to red rock walls. Then tackle the rapids on day two.
Length: 17 river miles
Rapids: Class III-IV
Min. Age: 10+
Camp: Sandy riverside beach
Returns: ~6:00 PM, Day 2
Adult: $749 (plus taxes and gov't fees)
Youth: $649 (plus taxes and gov't fees)
Tent, sleeping bag & pad provided
2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
Pre-trip orientation in Moab
Beach games: horseshoes, bocce, Kübb
All gear, transport & guides
3 DAYS - 2 NIGHTS
3-Night Expedition
Start at Loma Boat Ramp and float Ruby & Horsethief Canyons before diving into Westwater's famous whitewater. 42 river miles of pure canyon.
Length: 42 river miles
Rapids: Class III-IV (8 mi)
Min. Age: 10+
Put-in: Loma Boat Ramp, CO
Returns: ~6:00 PM, Day 3
Adult: $1,049 (plus taxes and gov't fees)
Youth: $849 (plus taxes and gov't fees)
Ruby & Horsethief Canyon exploration
3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts
Historic sites, canyon hikes & petroglyphs
Spring trips: hidden waterfalls
All gear, transport & guides included
Looking for something more exclusive? We also offer a 2-Day Luxury Charter - call to schedule: 435-260-4403
2026 TRIP DATES
Dates Fill Up Quickly - Reserve Early
We run Westwater Canyon trips every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, April-September. If you don't see a date that you would like to raft, use the button below to request your dates. Chartered trips are available at any time.
APRIL
April 1
April 2
April 7
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April 9
April 14
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April 21
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April 23
JUNE
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JULY
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AUGUST
August 4
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August 17
SEPTEMBER
September 1
September 8
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September 15
September 17
September 22
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September 24
September 29
September 30
SAMPLE ITINERARIES
Choose Your Perfect Trip
No two Westwater trips are identical - water levels, group dynamics, and weather all shape the experience. Here's a glimpse into what you can expect.
1-Day Trip Itinerary
This scenic voyage has all the components of a classic river trip: great whitewater, spectacular geology, a variety of wildlife, and remote wilderness canyons. This particular stretch of the Colorado River is wild and free-flowing, resulting in a variety of water levels through the rafting season. The narrow canyon of 1.7 billion-year-old black schist rock is a sharp contrast to the red rock cliffs preceding and following the whitewater section. This is the most exciting 1-day whitewater trip near Moab!
Sample Itinerary
7:00 AM -- Check-in at Sheri Griffith Expeditions Office 2231 South Highway 191 in Moab
7:10 am -- Pre-departure orientation.
7:25 am -- Depart for Westwater Canyon. There is a two-hour drive from Moab to the Westwater Ranger Station, where we will start our river journey.
9:15 am -- We will arrive at the Westwater Ranger Station, where we will put on and size the PFDs (Personal Floatation Devices). We will have a safety discussion and then board the boats and start our journey.
Mid-day -- We will stop for a "Build Your Own" Sandwich Buffet lunch at one of the beaches along the river. After lunch, the guides will re-check the PFDs, and one guide will go over important safety details and instructions for when we traverse the whitewater.
3:00 PM**--Arrive at the Cisco boat ramp. The guides begin to secure and load the rafts onto the trailers.
3:30 PM**--Depart Cisco as we return to Moab. The drive from Cisco to Moab takes approximately one and a half hours.
6:00 PM**--Arrive at the Sheri Griffith Expeditions office in Moab.
**The take-out and return times are approximate. Water Conditions, weather and other factors may lead to a later or earlier return time
2-Day/1 Night Trip Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
5:00 pm the day BEFORE departure -- Pre-Trip Orientation
We will meet at the Sheri Griffith Expeditions Office, located at 2231 South Highway 191 in Moab. Here you will learn what to expect and prepare for, receive your dry bags, confirm that you have read and signed our Assumption of Risk forms, and get a chance to ask any additional questions you may have.
Day 1
8:00 AM--Meet at Sheri Griffith Expeditions Office 2231 South Highway 191 in Moab. Your bags will be loaded onto the boats, your cars will be parked safely in our fenced and gated yard, and your valuables will be safely stored before you load into the van or bus for the ride to the put-in.
8:30 am--Depart for Westwater Canyon. There is a two hour drive from Moab to the Westwater Ranger Station, where we will start our river journey.
10:00 am--We will arrive at the Westwater Ranger Station, where we will put on and size the PFDs (Personal Floatation Devices). We will have a safety discussion and then board the boats and start our journey. Mid-day--We will stop for a "Build Your Own" Sandwich Buffet lunch at one of the beaches along the river.
4:00 pm--We’ll pull over for the evening and set up camp. You will be assisted in setting up your own tents and sleeping gear while the guides work on setting up the kitchen and “living room,” and then start dinner. Once camp is set up, you are welcome to play games, go hiking, or relax.
Day 2
7:00 am-- First Coffee Call. Everyone starts working on waking up and then packing up your personal items and breaking camp.
8:00 am-- Breakfast is served. After breakfast, we will finish breaking camp and load the boats.
10:00 am-- Before we leave for the day, the guides will re-check the PFDs, and one guide will go over important safety details and instructions for when we traverse the whitewater.
Mid-Day-- We’ll stop for a delicious lunch and possibly a hike or two.
4:00 PM**-- Arrive at the Cisco boat ramp. The guides begin to secure and load the rafts onto the trailers.
4:30 PM**-- Depart Cisco as we return to Moab. The drive from Cisco to Moab takes approximately one and a half hours.
6:00 PM**-- Arrive at the Sheri Griffith Expeditions office in Moab.
**The take-out and return times are approximate. Water Conditions, weather and other factors may lead to a later or earlier return time
3-Day/2 Night Trip Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
5:00 pm the day BEFORE departure -- Pre-Trip Orientation
We will meet at the Sheri Griffith Expeditions Office, located at 2231 South Highway 191 in Moab. Here you will learn what to expect and prepare for, receive your dry bags, confirm that you have read and signed our Assumption of Risk forms, and get a chance to ask any additional questions you may have.
Day 1
8:00 AM--Meet at Sheri Griffith Expeditions Office 2231 South Highway 191 in Moab. Your bags will be loaded onto the boats, your cars will be parked safely in our fenced and gated yard, and your valuables will be safely stored before you load into the van or bus for the ride to the put-in.
8:30 am--Depart for Westwater Canyon. There is a two hour drive from Moab to the Westwater Ranger Station, where we will start our river journey.
10:00 am--We will arrive at the Westwater Ranger Station, where we will put on and size the PFDs (Personal Floatation Devices). We will have a safety discussion and then board the boats and start our journey. Mid-day--We will stop for a "Build Your Own" Sandwich Buffet lunch at one of the beaches along the river.
4:00 pm--We’ll pull over for the evening and set up camp. You will be assisted in setting up your own tents and sleeping gear while the guides work on setting up the kitchen and “living room,” and then start dinner. Once camp is set up, you are welcome to play games, go hiking, or relax.
Day 2-3
7:00 am-- First Coffee Call. Everyone starts working on waking up and then packing up your personal items and breaking camp.
8:00 am-- Breakfast is served. After breakfast, we will finish breaking camp and load the boats.
10:00 am-- Before we leave for the day, the guides take time to teach you how to enjoy the big rapids safely. The guides will recheck the PFDs, and one guide will go over important safety details that will help keep everyone safe as we traverse the whitewater.
Mid-Day-- We’ll stop for a delicious lunch and possibly a hike or two.
4:00 PM**--Arrive at the Cisco boat ramp. The guides begin to secure and load the rafts onto the trailers.
4:30 PM**--Depart Cisco as we return to Moab. The drive from Cisco to Moab takes approximately one and a half hours.
6:00 PM**--Arrive at the Sheri Griffith Expeditions office in Moab.
**The take-out and return times are approximate. Water Conditions, weather, and other factors may lead to a later or earlier return time
WHAT'S INCLUDED
We Handle Everything So You Can Just Show Up.
We know what you need on the river, so we handle all the gear and logistics to make sure you enjoy your well-deserved adventure!
All Camping Gear
High-quality 4-person tents (2 guests max), clean sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and camp chairs. Cots available to rent for a nominal fee.
Gourmet Riverside Meals
All meals are included. Build-your-own sandwiches, camp dinners, hot breakfast, and fresh coffee. Dietary restrictions happily accommodated.
Transportation From Moab
We drive you to the put-in and back. Your car stays in our fenced, gated yard in Moab while you're on the river. Valuables stored securely.
All Boats & Equipment
Top-of-the-line rafts, personal flotation devices, helmets, dry bags, and all safety gear. Multiple boat types available including inflatable kayaks.
Professional Guides
WFR and EMT certified, Food Handlers trained, Swiftwater Rescue certified. Our guides know Westwater Canyon better than anyone, and they love sharing it.
A "Bathroom" With Views
Yes, even the facilities are handled. Our private key-system camp restrooms have seats and canyon views. (Really, it's a highlight guests always mention.)
GUEST REVIEWS
Hear From Our Guests
What Should I Bring?
Sheri Griffith Expeditions provides all rafts and related equipment, life jackets, safety equipment, personal dry bags and boxes for your gear, kitchen, dining and toilet equipment, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and tents.
Please pack clothing that you will not mind getting wet and dirty. Fast-drying, durable, comfortable clothing is best for rafting. Cotton is recommended for hot weather, and synthetic polypropylene or wool clothes for cool weather.
The Essentials:
Rain gear, sweatshirt, waterbottle with strap, sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, flashlight, swimsuits, quick-dry clothing, river sandals or shoes that can get wet (no flip flops or crocs), toiletries.
Highly Recommended Items:
Hiking Shoes and Socks
Moisturizing Lotion
Waterproof Camera
Sun Umbrella
Binoculars
Books to Read
Do you have age restrictions?
Here is a list of our suggested ages for the whitewater rafting trips that we offer. All ages are suggestions, and can vary dependent upon water levels and other conditions.
Ages 10 and Up
-Westwater Canyon
On the upper end of the age spectrum, as long as you are in good health and are relatively mobile, you should have a great time on any of our rafting trips. Please reference our Essential Eligibility Criteria page for more information. Most of the hikes require moderate physical exertion, but all are optional. If the water levels are significantly abnormal in any given year and we feel that your vacation could be adversely affected, we may contact you with other possible rafting options.
How safe is my trip?
Our trips take place in wilderness environments where rivers, weather and wildlife can be unpredictable. Our primary goal is to minimize risk but there are inherent risks that cannot be entirely avoided without changing the nature of an outdoor adventure. Our trips involve physical exertion and exposure to the elements including cold water and the potential for heat, sun, wind, rain and snow. Each participant on an SGE trip must take an active role in their own safety. You will likely encounter wilderness conditions that you are unfamiliar with. You must pay attention and be aware of your surroundings. Even a non-life threatening injury/illness in a wilderness setting can become a major emergency and can alter the nature of the trip and potentially endanger the entire group. By joining one of our trips and signing the Assumption of Risk form, you are acknowledging all of the risks described in that document. Contact our reservations staff to assist you in picking a trip that fits your personal comfort level.
What does Sheri Griffith require of their guides?
Our guides are one of our most valuable resources. They are passionate about rivers, canyons and sharing them with others. Our guides go through an in-depth training prior to ever taking our guests down the river. Many of our guides have current Wilderness First Responder training (WFR) or Emergency Medical Technician certifications (EMT) and, all carry at least Basic First Aid and CPR training. We highly encourage our guides to obtain Swiftwater Rescue Training and, all guides practice Swiftwater Rescue Techniques during training each year. In addition to formal training in whitewater navigation and risk management strategies, many of our guides have also obtained Food Handlers Training.
What are the chances I take an "unplanned" swim?
The probability of going for a swim varies depending on the trip that you choose and/or the vessel you choose. A person must be prepared that he/she may take a swim on any of our rivers (Whitewater or Flatwater). Those odds increase along with the river’s rating. Choosing to join a trip with class IV or V whitewater rating represents a choice and preparedness to take an “non-voluntary” swim. You will receive a detailed Whitewater Safety Talk prior to embarking on Whitewater Trips.
What about camping?
Our camps are typically on sandy beaches along the riverbank where you roll-out sleeping bags, pitch a tent if you wish or sleep under the stars. Experienced guides help you make your camp for the night and for the inexperienced, will teach you how to be comfortable in the outdoors. We host many people each year who spend their first night outdoors with us.Sheri Griffith Expeditions provides:
-Tents
-Sleeping Bags
-Sleeping Pads
-Cots are available on a limited basis for a minimal rental fee.
What do I wear?
Focus on bringing comfortable, functional outfits you can wear over and over again. (You do not need a new outfit for every day.) In general, this means synthetic, non-cotton materials that dry fast. (Cotton takes longest to dry in your dryer, it will on the river as well, and will remain the temperature of the river.) You will need some type of a river shoe that will protect your feet, stay on and can get wet. Bring clothes that you don’t care if they stain (because they will). For more information, see our packing list.
-Protect yourself from the sun! It doesn’t matter the season. Make sure to bring a hat with hat clip/strap (for wind), sun shirt/pants and sunglasses. (Don’t forget to protect your skin and lips!)
-Cool Weather Trips: The key word is Layers. Dress in clothes that dry quickly. For cold season/cold water trips, we will have wet-suits and splash gear (tops/pants) available for no additional fee.
-Warm Weather Trips: You’ll need a swimsuit. (Ladies, two-piece suits make it easier to go to the restroom.) You will also need things to protect yourself from the sun. Long sleeve shirts or sun hoodies (guide favorite) with long pants or shorts. Sarongs are one of the best things to bring to protect you from the sun and the heat!
We also have a store in our Moab river complex where you can buy t-shirts, sunglass holders, waterproof cameras and suntan lotion.
I can't find dates on the schedule that work for us.
Call us. We offer private charter trips on dates that work for your group, and our schedule has more flexibility than what's listed online. We run March through October, and a lot of our best trips happen outside the peak window. If your dates matter, let's figure it out together.
What about my dietary concerns or restrictions?
We are more than happy to make accommodations for any food allergy, sensitivity, or dietary restriction. Please communicate any concerns or questions you might have to us prior to your trip launching.
Is there a weight limit for our drybags?
Because of space and weight limitations on our rafts, we ask that you please limit your personal gear to 30 pounds. If this proves difficult, or causes hardship, please give us a call and we can talk with you about your gear selection and other options.
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