Multi-Day Trip: Gates of Lodore with OARS Dino
Step into history on the Gates of Lodore. Float 44 miles of the Green River through high desert canyons, past juniper-covered cliffs, sandstone walls, and wildlife like bighorn sheep. Follow in the wake of John Wesley Powell, exploring a river rich with prehistoric fossils, Native American sites, and Wild West history.
Why Families Love Lodore With OARS
Fun Class II-III rapids, safe for kids and first-timers
Calm stretches for swimming, rock skipping, and wildlife spotting
Comfortable catered camping under cottonwoods
Flexible 3, 4, or 5-day trips
Spectacular side hikes
Awards: OARS Dino – Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Winner
River Specs
Length: 44 miles
Difficulty: Class II-III rapids
Trip Type: Multi-day
Minimum age: 7 (10–12 during high water)
Trip Starts & Ends At
OARS Dinosaur
221 N 400 E
Vernal, UT 84078
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Day Trip: Split Mountain Canyon
Short on time but still want the canyon experience? Split Mountain Canyon delivers it in a single day. This stretch of the Green River cuts through Dinosaur National Monument with wide-open views, layered rock, and signs of the people who passed through long before you.
Quick Hit Adventure
Scenic Green River canyon, similar feel to Lodore in a shorter format
View Native American petroglyphs along the canyon walls
Lively Class III rapids with plenty of splashy riffles
Riverside picnic lunch and refreshments included
Easy, fun family trip
River Specs
Trip Type: Day Trip
Difficulty: Class II-III rapids
Minimum Age: 6 (11 during high water)
I went rafting with OARS through the Gates of Lodore and it was a mind blowing experience. The guide crew was completely professional and personable. The hikes were breathtaking, the rafting was splashy, and the food was top tier cuisine. Highly recommend to singles and families alike.
5 day Gates of Lodore!! Just perfect!!! First time doing multi day rafting trip and I could not be more pleased. Guides were out of this world, very impressive in many ways. Food was first class, eggs, bacon, pancakes for breakfast, full lunches and dinners, grilled salmon, steaks everything you could ask for. Perfect campsites, the whole experience was first class, I’ve booked 8 day cataract canyon in September and more to come.