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Article #405: River Rafting in Washington State

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The great state of Washington offers some runoff created by melting snow from Mt.
of the best white-water rafting in the Adams and the Goat Rock Wilderness drains
entire country. There are around 15 into the river. This water provides some
rivers in Washington state that are great great rapids, creating adventurous Class
for river rafting. Some of the most III rapids. The river is between 17 and
famous are the Klickitat, the Yakima, and 21 miles long, depending on the water
the Skagit rivers. Each offers a unique level, and takes about a day to navigate.
Washington river rafting experience. The Yakima River provides a relaxing
There are several river recreation Class I riding experience through 12
outfitters in Washington that specialize miles of beautiful scenery. This river is
in river rafting tours on a variety of perfect for beginners or people who just
Washington rivers. These tours can vary want to relax and enjoy a nice day with
in length from one afternoon to several their family or friends. The Yakima River
days. The outfitters usually arrange for is available for rafting between May and
accommodations on tours lasting multiple August each year.
days. Each river recreation outfitter The Skagit River offers a diver's rafting
offers trips for rafters at different experience. The upper parts of the river
skill levels. Some of the rivers are offer rafters a chance to ride some
rated Class V, which is the rating for exciting Class II and III rapids that are
the most hazardous rivers navigable, perfect for novices and families. The
while others are Class I, which means lower Skagit River is calmer, with Class
they are a leisurely float suitable for I rapids. Both sections are perfect for
the whole family. Most outfitters offer sightseeing, as the river runs through
river tours from May through August, with some of the most scenic parts of
tours on particular rivers continuing Washington state.
through the fall. Washington river rafting offers visitors
The Klickitat River provides some of the a diverse opportunity for fun and
most exciting rafting that Washington has excitement.
to offer. In the early spring months,






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