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ABOUT THIS REGION  WHITEWATER RAFTING

Whitewater rafting near Grande Cache

The Sulphur, Sheep and Smoky Rivers are home to some spectacular whitewater rafting. Near the town of Grande Cache, adjacent to the Willmore Wilderness Park you will find one of the last unknown spots in the Rocky Mountains for whitewater rafting. The Sulphur River, Sheep Creek and Smoky River offer the whitewater rafting enthusiast everything they are looking for in a setting that is simply amazing.

Whitewater rafting near Grande Cache

The Sulphur River (class II-III+) is a small canyon river sourcing from sulphur springs in Willmore Wilderness Park. The canyon is known for it's breathtaking beauty. In high water it's an exciting run with good rapids. In lower water the Sulphur River is sporty and technical with many holes and ledges to get around. Sheep Creek is a medium volume rain and snow fed creek, very steep and very fast. Ledges, squeezes and big nasty holes? - you will see them all. This one is Class III-IV. The Smoky River (class I-II+) is a large volume braided river and is one of the main tributaries in the Arctic watershed. It sources at Mt. Robson glacier, and flows through the Grande Cache area to the Peace River. Mostly, the Smoky River rafting trip is scenic and relaxing. Wildlife sightings are common, and the Smoky River is surrounded by mountain vistas.

Whitewater rafting near Grande Cache

Season: May to October
Requirements: See clothing
Suggested Items: Camera.
Suggested Clothing: Warm pullover, shoes that can get wet and dry shoes that are suitable for hiking, hat, swimsuit and towel.
Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate
Restrictions: Suggested minimum age is 12 years for these trips. However, please inquire.
Maximum Number of People: 30
Equipment Provided: Self bailing rafts equipped with: pump, repair kit, rescue bag, wilderness first aid kit and throw bags. Rafts are oar driven (stern frames) and paddle rafted. Guests use commercial style carlisle paddles. 3 mm neoprene farmer bill wetsuits, 3 mm neoprene wetsuit zip up jackets, nylon spray jackets with velcro cuffs, Protec whitewater helmets, approved whitewater rafting PFD's.
Transportation: Trips originate and end in the town of Grande Cache. Grande Cache can be reached easily from Jasper (2 hours) or Edmonton (4 hours) via Highway 16, then north onto the scenic Bighorn Highway #40.
Accommodations: Not included, but available in local campgrounds and hotels.
Meal Information: Snacks are included on the half day and lunch is included on the full day Sulphur/Sheep trips. The menu is prepared from scratch and is varied and delicious.
Guide Information: Your guides are dedicated to maintaining the highest safety standards possible. They voluntarily comply with BC rafting regulations, and meet or exceed all federal rafting standards. Your guides are insured, licensed and carry river or swiftwater rescue and wilderness emergency response or wilderness first aid. They are leaders in their field and have many years experience.
Weather Information: Summer temperatures average from 15-25 degrees celsius.
Comments: Discount rates available on most trips if not rafting on a Saturday.
Trip Duration Price
1 day
$85.00* per person
Sulphur River, half day
1 day
$55.00* per person
Smoky River, half day
1 day
$110.00* per person
Sheep Creek, half day
1 day
$160.00* per person
Sulphur River and Sheep Creek, full day
1 day
$125.00* per person
Sulphur River & Smoky River, full day
*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax

If you have any questions or would like more information about a particular adventure, please email us.

Whitewater rafting near Grande Cache

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