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