Float seven scenic miles of the Colorado River from Highway 128 with expert guides, family-focused safety, and a mix of calm water and class I–III rapids. Spot bald eagles, river otters, and dramatic Fisher Towers while learning local geology and history.
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The current of the Colorado River moves with purpose as you slide into your raft—sun on sandstone, the La Sal peaks keeping distant watch. Launching from the Highway 128 corridor, the trip winds seven miles through canyon walls that shift color with the afternoon light, alternating between long, lazy floats and short, lively rapids that get your pulse going without stealing the afternoon.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—able to sit in a raft, step in/out of boats, and follow basic safety instructions; light mobility limitations can often be accommodated.
Wildlife
History
This corridor follows routes long used by Indigenous peoples and later by miners and ranchers; the river has shaped local settlement and recreational patterns for centuries.
Conservation
Operators encourage refillable bottles, pack-in/pack-out practices, and adherence to river-use rules to minimize disturbance to nesting birds and riparian habitat.
Reserve your spot on the Half-Day Family-Friendly Moab Raft Trip today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydration and refillable bottle
Bring a full refillable water bottle—guides provide water refills to reduce waste and keep you hydrated in the desert heat.
Footwear for wet entry/exit
Wear closed-toe water shoes or sturdy sandals with straps to protect your toes while getting in and out of the raft.
Sun protection
Long sleeves, brimmed hat, and reef-safe sunscreen matter; river reflection increases UV exposure even in cooler months.
Choose timing for splash factor
If you prefer gentler conditions, avoid late spring peak flows—May and June tend to have the biggest splashes from snowmelt.
Refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated in the desert is critical; outfitters usually provide refills.
summer
Closed-toe water shoes
Protects feet during boat entry/exit and when walking on rocky shorelines.
summer
Light quick-dry layers
Breathable layers adapt to cool mornings and warming afternoons on the river.
spring
Reef-safe sunscreen and hat
Sun protection minimizes burn risk from reflected light on the water.
summer