The Rogue River in Oregon flows from Cascade Range to the Pacific Ocean. About 215 miles, the Rogue River is known for its white water rafting, salmon runs and beautiful rugged scenery. The unspoiled Rogue River flows deep into a lush, rich botanically ecosystem in a form of a wooded canyon. The canyon slopes, north and south facing, can either be flourishing and wet or sparse and dry. The beautiful red bark peeling Madrone trees can be seen clustering on the southern Rogue River’s exposed banks.

The Rogue River was one of the first eight rivers to be included in the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968. The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 protects the Rogue River by limiting each season’s visitors. The Rogue River’s Wild Section is known all over the world as one of the most awesome white water runs. Its white water rapids are safe albeit extremely exciting.

The Rogue River’s Wild Section starts at the opening of Grave Creek, located northwest of Grants Pass, Oregon. It features 33 miles of class II to III white water rapids. It also includes the class IV rapids of Rainie Falls and the amazing scenery of the class IV white water rapids of Blossom Bar and Mule Creek Canyon.

Feel the breeze and the splash of the white water in your face. Go on an adventure that you will never forget. Go on a white water rafting trip on Rogue River. There are numerous outfitters that offer adventure trips on the Rogue River. Most outfitters offer a variety of activity and fun-filled packages that is perfect for your sense of adventure and budget. Carefully choose the right one for you.

The Wild Section of the Rogue River is every white water rafting enthusiast’s dream. But to keep the Rogue River open for rafters, it should be kept clean and pristine. Here are ways that you can help:

• Leave the Rogue River as it is. No traces of trash, human waste, gray water and fire residue should be left on the river and campsites.
• Most toilets are available at developed camp sites but if you plan on camping at an undeveloped site, make sure to bring a portable toilet.
• Never use soap, even the biodegradable kind, on Rogue River. They are a foreign substance that may harm the natural state of the river.
• Food scraps should not be thrown or left in the site. This can attract pests such as flies and mosquitoes.
• All year round, open fires can only be burned in a fire pan. It is expected that the fire residue is packed out just like normal camping equipments. Make sure to use and burn only dead wood. Gas or propane gas stove can be a wonderful alternative in keeping the area in its natural state.