Full Day Rafting
$115-$142
July 8-Aug Class I-III, 6 hrs
uneven surfaces, hiking, cold water exposure, remote
Full Day Trip | North Fork of Shoshone | May - July
Exclusive to Wyoming River Trips: Wyoming River Trips is the only commercially permitted river outfitter on this section of the North Fork through the Shoshone National Forest. Simply put, you won’t find this type of river experience anywhere else in the region.
Lunch: Lunch and snacks are included on all full-day trips! (be sure to tell us your groups dietary restrictions after booking)
Requirements and Restrictions:
May – first week of July: Ages 12+ (depending on water levels). Wyoming River Trips will review all youth participants and adults registering for this trip. Adults should be in good shape, chest size not to exceed 54 inches. All guests must be fit, able to paddle, in good health, good swimmers, no risk for adverse effects from cold water exposure, be able to spend 6-7 hours in the out of doors, able to move unassisted over uneven terrain, follow direction and be active participants in the trip. Please email or call if you have further questions about you our your groups eligibility.
Second week of July – August: Ages 10+ (exceptions made at lower water level and for youths excited to participate in hiking), Additionally individuals must be at least 65 lbs in weight and not exceed a chest size of more than 54 inches. Participants must be fit, able to paddle, in good health, no risk for adverse effects from cold water exposure, be able to spend 6-7 hours in the out of doors, able to move over uneven terrain, follow direction and be active participants in the trip. Please email or call if you have further questions about you our your groups eligibility.
The North Fork of the Shoshone River runs through the Shoshone National Forest (the first designated National Forest in the world). Our trip begins near the East Gate of Yellowstone National Park and provides all-day opportunities to view Wyoming’s wildlife.
This exceptional river experience is the best value river trip in the Cody Wyo area and unlike any other. Grizzly bears, moose, bighorn sheep, buffalo, birds of prey, in addition to the stunning beauty of this alpine environment makes this a can’t miss outdoor adventure. Wyoming River Trips was the first river outfitter to run commercial river trips here and is the ONLY river outfitter permitted through the Shoshone National Forest on this section of river.
Whitewater means wet! We suggest dressing in layers.
For May – early June: non-cotton underwear or bathing suit (this helps keep your warm while cotton will keep you cool through evapotranspiration), non-cotton shorts or pants, and non-cotton t-shirt and then long sleeve shirt. If guests need fewer layers, that’s easy! Just take off your long pants or long shirt. If guests need more layers, we provide splash tops and bottoms. The layers you have on already will help trap your body heat.
Mid June – Aug: some type of underwear or bathing suit, t- shirt and shorts, if you are a person who gets cold feel free to bring a long sleeve as well. Remember that cotton will cool you down. On a day where you are rafting at 1:30pm and it is supposed to be 98 degrees, cotton will help you stay cool. If you are rafting at 9am and the forecast calls for light clouds and 65, less cotton will keep you warmer until the sun makes it’s appearance later that morning.
All guests should Wear shoes that can get wet and will stay on your feet. We recommend sneakers or sandals that strap on. Flip flops are not the best. If you lose one in a rapid, there is no guarantee we will find it and it will make it more difficult to find a solid footing in the slippery boat. We rent wetsuit booties for those who don’t have appropriate footwear. Please be advised, these do not offer very much ankle support and the footbed is fairly thing. If you have sensitive feet, we recommend something that you own with thicker sole
A detailed list of what to wear and what to bring will arrive in your confirmation email along with next steps for how to sign your waiver and tell us about dietary restrictions.
Bring:
- Reusable water bottles
- Sunscreen
- Change of clothes
- Dress in layers — opt for quick-drying clothing, synthetic insulating layers
- Secure footwear that can get wet
Notice of cancellation must happen at least 2 days before trip date to be considered for a refund. Refunds are not guaranteed. Reservations made less than 2 days in advance are not eligible for refunds. Refund assessment will be based on whether or not WRT can fill the newly vacated spaces or not. Full or partial cancellations made inside of 2 days are not eligible for a refund. Wyoming River Trips reserves the right to cancel any trip for any reason. Cancellation reasons may include but are not limited to: weather, safety concerns pertaining to water levels, hazards or client ability, environmental factors, client ability levels/fitness/injury or illness. Weather-related cancellations made by WRT may be eligible for a refund.
WRT reserves the rights of and supports any guides’ decision to stop a trip at any point if they feel they can not manage the objective or subjective risks presented by the environment, people or combination of both.
Cancellations due to weather or other objective factors made by WRT may be rescheduled and a partial or full refund will be discussed.
Cancellations due to subjective factors, such as the behavior or fitness of an individual/s in your party will not be eligible for refunds. This includes children.
WRT highly recommends that all participants purchase trip insurance. We do not sell insurance and cannot answer insurance questions. We recommend contacting Faye Travel Insurance or Generali Travel Insurance.
Faye Travel Insurance offers our customers Domestic trip insurance at affordable rates—covering your flights, rv travel, rafting adventure and even instances of food poisoning.
For questions regarding coverage, contact Julie Baker directly: [email protected]
Generali offers trip insurance covering the same for our International guests.
Contact [email protected] for help and reference Wyoming River Trips
Wyoming River Trips guides are professionals, and your safety is their highest priority. However, no outdoor activity is without some inherent risk. You must acknowledge and, in substantial measure, accept that risk. All adult participants, and parents or guardians of minor participants under the age of 18, must sign an Acknowledgment of Risk form required by our insurance company. Please allow sufficient time for this, and check-in at our office when you arrive.
Please be sure to let us know about physical or mental limitations we need to accommodate prior to arrival and about any medication you might need to have with you on the boat (eg. inhalers, EpiPens, etc).
- Shuttles
- Guides
- Equipment
- Splash Gear
- Lunch and snacks
- Overnight lodging
The North Fork of the Shoshone – May – early July
Your full day rafting adventure begins just five miles east of Yellowstone National Park in the Shoshone National Forest. This stretch of river will transport you back in time where it is not hard to imagine the Cody Country of 100 years ago. Each bend in the river brings new breathtaking views and takes you deeper into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You may see bighorn sheep on cliffs, moose grazing along the river’s edge, a grizzly forging a hillside above the river, or eagles and osprey soaring in the Wyoming sky. You will feel the thrill of anticipation as you round the bends in the river above Morman Creek Rapid, Gunbarrel and others—descending down the shoots of churning whitewater. This natural flow river is truly unique and it’s fluctuating flows mean no two experiences are the same. Because this river is fed from melting snowpack, it has a shorter season than most. Don’t miss it! A great option for wedding parties, corporate events, and special occasions. Give us a call to plan something special!
Wyoming River Trips is the only commercial rafting operation permitted on this section of the North Fork River through the Shoshone National Forest.
- Class II-III+/IV-
- Trip Includes Riverside Lunch: Please let us know at the time of your booking if anyone in your group has any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
- If you are staying on the North fork corridor at a guest ranch, campground, or airbnb, pick up may be available May – early July.
Because of colder water temps, faster-moving water, and a more remote river setting, we have set the age restriction at 10 years + (depending on water levels). All passengers should be in good health and have the ability to move dynamically in a water environment. Passengers should feel comfortable paddling. If you have concerns over whether or not you meet these criteria, please give us a call to discuss trip options.
Arrive 20 minutes prior to launch time (reservation time)
Expect 10 minute equipment prep with other guets at our office
5 minute bus ride to our exclusive put-in
Unload boats and guests, 15 minute safety speech
Head down river! On water time 45-1 hour depending on flows
Take our and boat loading usually 5-10 minutes
5-10 minute drive back to our office, depending on traffic
Our Warehouse and Office also includes
- On-site parking
- Limited RV parking, please call.
- Proximity to Wal-Mart, for more easy RV parking
- Changing facilities
- Bathrooms/Outhouse
- Shopping and waiting room
All passengers should be in good health and have the ability to move dynamically in a moving water environment. If you have concerns about whether or not you meet these criteria, please give us a call to discuss trip options.
