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Spokane Whitewater Rafting Trip

Guided

Coeur d'Alene• Spokane

Kid Friendly

Locally Owned

Wildlife

Shuttle Included

Beginner Friendly

Free Cancellation

Instant Book

Duration: 3 hours

Pricing

Adult

13 and over

$75

Child

Under 13yrs old

$70

Description

Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Trip - Spokane River

Ready for the most adventurous stretch of the Spokane River? This whitewater adventure takes you through a hidden slice of nature right in the city, where you'll find stunning scenery, wildlife sightings, calm swimming holes, and exciting Class III rapids.

We’ll meet in Peaceful Valley and get you outfitted with everything you need—including wetsuits when necessary. After a quick safety briefing and paddling overview, you’ll hit the water with your expert guide leading the way.

Your guide will navigate you through two exciting Class III rapids. First, you’ll take on “Bowl and Pitcher”, a powerful wave train that rushes beneath the iconic swinging bridge of Riverside State Park. Then comes “Devil’s Toenail”, a technical and splash-filled ride guaranteed to get your heart pumping.

While on the Spokane River, we will be passing by Hangman’s Creek, “The Big Bend,” Downriver disc golf course, the Spokane Rifle Range, and Fairmont Memorial Park, to name a few notable surroundings. While going around the “Big Bend,” you will see a beautiful wall of swallow nests. On a typical day, there is plenty of wildlife to be seen, such as ducks, geese, deer, and even the occasional moose. And to think- you can take in all these sights while still in the city limits of Spokane!

This three-hour trip wraps up with a cooler full of refreshing post-trip beverages for all ages—because nothing beats a cold drink after a day on the river! The Spokane River offers some of the best whitewater rafting near Spokane—don’t miss your chance to experience this stretch of river!

Duration

2-3 hours

Available April through early July

Location / Where to Meet

1701 W Water Ave, Spokane, WA 99201

We meet at the put-in in the heart of Spokane and just 35 minutes from Couer d'Alene. This is where you will meet your rafting guide and put in on the river. We have dry bags available for belongings you do not wish to leave in your vehicle while on the river. Street parking is available. There are no bathrooms or changing facilities on site. Please note that this is just a river/parking access point and not our physical place of business.

Ages & Requirements

Ages 5+

What's Included

Experienced raft guide
All rafting equipment
Shuttle to & from the river
Cooler full of refreshing post-trip beverages
Drybag and Wetsuit available if needed

Not Included

Gratuity
Lunch

What to Bring / Wear

Swimsuit / Quick-drying clothes (synthetic or athletic wear)
Sunglasses with a retainer strap
Sunscreen
Towel & dry clothes(for after the trip)
River sandals with heel straps (like Chacos or Tevas) or old sneakers
No cotton—it stays wet and cold!

Rafting the Spokane River

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Wiley E. Waters

FAQs

What class rapids will we encounter?

Bowl & Pitcher

This popular spot is made from lava rock that water eroded to look like a pitcher about to pour. Bowl and Pitcher is a class III rapid; get ready to paddle together! Plenty of splashes and laughs on this one. This section of the river has Riverside State Parks’ infamous wood swinging bridge. Suppose you are looking for a picnic spot or camping grounds to visit after your rafting trip. In that case, this is a beautiful place to explore on its many loop trails [To reserve a campsite, click here] For more information, here are some helpful sites: Washington Trails Association, Washington State Park

Devil’s Toenail

It may have an intimidating name, but there’s nothing to fear! This is one of the area’s most popular and exciting rafting areas, boasting class III rapids along the whitewater route. This is a great opportunity to get in some bigger white water. Be ready to get wet!

What is your weather policy?

Wiley E. Waters will raft unless there is lightning on the forecast. We will provide the proper gear for all other weather conditions and get you out on the river for your scheduled trip. Same-day cancellations or no-shows charged in full.

Do you offer group discounts?

We do! Groups of 10+ can reserve at a discounted rate at this link.

Cancellation Policy

We require at least 48 hours’ notice for cancellations and rescheduling of activities. We will work with you to reschedule to a new date or if you need to cancel entirely. We will provide a full refund with 48 hours’ notice. If you cancel within 48 hours or do not show up, you will be charged the full price of your trip.