The Best Whitewater Rafting Trips in Idaho & Oregon 

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Our Rafting Destinations

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Snake River

HELLS CANYON
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Salmon River
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Grande Ronde

What Sets Us Apart?

Begin your Hells Canyon and Grande Ronde River rafting trips in Joseph, a mountain town gem in the NE corner of Oregon

In addition to providing a luxurious camp set up by our guides, we go the extra mile with our gourmet meals created with locally-sourced, fresh ingredients.

We live in and support the very same watersheds you'll be rafting in. We work with local organizations to promote education, river health, and access to these rivers for generations.

Our white water rafting guides not only know our Oregon and Idaho rivers, but understand what it takes to have a fun, meaningful, and serene white water rafting experience.

Safety is a serious goal at Winding Waters River Expeditions. Our excellent safety record speaks for itself.

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What Our Guests Are Saying

Real experiences. Unforgettable adventures. Hear why our guests keep coming back for more.



"Worth every penny. The experience was top-tier, from the guides to the food. I can't imagine a better way to see this part of the country!"


— Maggie | Google



"This trip changed my life—five days of pure adventure, incredible food, and the most fun, caring, and safety-focused guides!"


— Stephanie | TripAdvisor



"At 67, this was my first trip like this. I left feeling stronger, more adventurous, and already planning my next Winding Waters trip!"


— Seajnt | TripAdvisor



"Rafting with Winding Waters is my ultimate escape—zero screens, five-star food, and a team that treats you like family!"


— Ashley | Google



"Never camped before? No worries. Gourmet meals, comfy cots, and expert guides make it feel like an adventure with luxury built in!"


— Kim | Google



"Worth every penny. The experience was top-tier, from the guides to the food. I can't imagine a better way to see this part of the country!"


— Maggie | Google

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About Winding Waters River Expeditions

At Winding Waters River Expeditions, we offer all-inclusive guided white water rafting trips on 3 of North America’s most wild and revered white water rivers.


Choose from a range of single and multi-day white water rafting trips on the Salmon River, Snake River through Hells Canyon, and the Grande Ronde River. All of our trips are fully guided and require no previous white water rafting experience.


When you raft with us, you’ll leave technology behind and spend time in one of the true wild places in North America, reconnecting with yourself, family, and friends. Experience world-class white water runs, including class II, III, and IV rapids, excellent fishing, and outstanding wildlife viewing. Throughout your journey rafting these pristine Oregon and Idaho rivers, you’ll have opportunities to see Bald Eagles, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, geometric columnar basalt, beautiful wildflowers, and much more.

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With Every Whitewater Adventure, You'll Receive:

Transportation to and from the river of choice.

All the rafting and camping gear you need.

All-inclusive gourmet meals for the entirety of your trip.

Luxurious campsites set up for you every night.

Professional rafting guides with decades of experience

RATED #1 OUTDOOR ACTIVITY IN JOSEPH, OR!

Specialty Rafting Experiences

We offer a number of truly unique white water rafting adventures with our curated specialty rafting trips. Past trips feature award-winning musicians and internationally renowned chefs, affording our guests a one-of-a-kind experience.


These trips change every year and space is very limited. You are not going to want to miss this!

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"Rivers know this: there is no hurry. We shall get there some day."

- A. A. Milne, Pooh's Little Instruction Book

Who We Are

Born out of love for the pristine wilderness of Eastern Oregon and Idaho,  Winding Waters River Expedition aims to share the wonders of this ‘land of winding waters’.


Our family-run white water rafting company takes great pride in rafting and working in Northeast Oregon’s river canyons, and can’t wait to show you the joy that rafting these beautiful rivers can bring.


WWRE has been been rafting in the area for over 20 years with many seasoned and local guides. Whether you’re joining us for a 1 or 2-day jaunt or a 5-day excursion, we want you to gain a connection to this place we feel every time we step onto our rafts.


Join us this summer to see the magic of the Salmon, Snake, and Grande Ronde Rivers.

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