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Bus Ride - 3 miles
Time of Trip - 1.5 hours
Time on Water- 1 hour
Recommended Age - 6+
Rapid Rating - Class 3, Intermediate
Raft Size - 6 to 9 paddlers depending on water levels and weight of group. Splits will be decided at the put-in by the lead guide. If you want your own raft you must reserve for 7 people and bring 6.
Regular Season - $59 Per Person (river fee not included)
Tuesday Special - $53 (with promo code “TUESDAY“, starting May 28th to Sept 7th)
Late Season (Sept 8th to October 1st) - $53 per person
Arrive at Seventh Mountain Resort 20 min prior to your trip time. You will check in at the gift shop (just follow the signs to “Rafting Check-In”. As you wait for the bus please help yourself to the games in the Outfitter park or relax on our patio. The bus driver will announce the departure of the trip. After a 10-minute drive you will arrive at the river.
Once at the river, you will be assigned a guide and you’ll be fitted fora PFD (Personal Floatation Device). We try and keep groups together whenever possible. Boats can hold from 6 to 9 paddlers depending on water levels and your group. low water will dictate lighter rafts reducing the number of paddling positions. Our lead guide will split groups at the river if needed for safety.
As the rafts drift away from the boat ramp, your guide will go over paddling commands, how to stay in a raft and other pertinent safety information. They will point out wildlife, tell stories and position the boat for the most strategic water fighting assault.
There are 2 practice rapids prior to the main event. You will splash and giggle through a class 1 and a class 2 while the guide makes last minute adjustments. Now it is time for the class 3’s! The rapids of Big Eddy are named “Kenmore”, “The Knotch”, “Souse Hole”, “Three Stooges” and “Ol’ Stogie”.
In the heat of the action while getting splashed from all sides, we hope you give your biggest smile for the photographer who is lurking on the bank trying to capture the evidence of who is paddling and who is holding on.
After you have conquered the rapids your guide will play games, let you swim, and of course let the adventurous “ride the bull”!
We operate rain or shine 7 days a week from May to October. Trips depart at 10:00am, 11:30am,1:00pm, 2:30pm and 4:00pm. Please arrive 20 min early to sign in.
We recommend passengers aged 6 and up. Our only restriction is a properly fitting PFD. We can accommodate paddlers from 45 lbs up to a 58 inch chest. (no personal PFD’s please). We are an equal opportunity recreation service provider and will happily make adjustments to accommodate any paddler with physical limitations or special needs. It is up to the paddler to consult with a doctor to determine if rafting is an activity suitable for them.
All seats are $59. Tuesday is locals day where all seats are $53 with use of the promo code "TUESDAY". Gratuities are encouraged for professional guides that go above and beyond. Guides do tip out the office staff, drivers and photographers so please consider them in your generosity.
We have a 72 hour cancelation policy. If you are unsure of your final trip numbers please reserve for the most you think will attend. We do raft rain or shine, except for lightning in which case if radar shows an impending cell we will cancel the trip without charge.
All of the photos of your boat can be viewed in the office after your trip. If you would like to purchase your photos we will send you a link to all of your photos for $42.
Not required, but could add piece of mind or additional comfort to your trip. Helmets and Splash gear can be rented for $5 per item. We have a very limited amount of splash gear so we do not reserve it.
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Bus Ride - 3.5 miles
Time of Trip - 2.5 hours
Time on Water - 2 hours
Recommended Age - 6+ with intermediate swimming ability
We have a choice of a Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) for you to use during your tour. Each guest has will have their own boat to use.
Regular Season - $109 Per Person
Late Season (Sept 8th to October 1st) - $99 per person
Arrive at Seventh Mountain Resort 20 min prior to your trip time. You will check in at the Rafting (just follow the signs to “Rafting Check-In”.) As you wait for your Guide, please help yourself to the games in the outfitter park or relax on our patio. Yor guide will arrive and gather your group walking you to the van for departure. After a short 10min drive you will reach your day use put in.
Once you reach the river, you will be given a brief tutorial of how to properly use your Stand-Up Paddle Board or Kayak. You will also be fitted for a PFD (Personal Floatation Device). Once your trip is under way you can expect to see some of the Deschutes River’s most beautiful scenery including wildlife and Dillon Falls. On this trip you will begin by paddling down to the duck pond, where you will see lava tubes and evidence of one of the youngest lava flows in the US. There will be plenty of time to swim on a hot day and enjoy what the forest has to offer. After the duck pond you will have some free time to float down river to the top of Dillon Falls where you will be met by your guide and exit the river. From there you will enjoy a boxed snack as well as your choice of beer/wine or NA beverage to enjoy on the banks of the waterfall! This short but fulfilling 2.5-hour tour provides you with an amazing look at our beautiful area and why so many visitors come see us every year!
We operate rain or shine from May to October. This tour does not go out everyday as it is based on guest bookings. Trips depart at 10:00am and 1:30pm
We recommend passengers aged 6 and up with intermediate swimming ability. Our only restriction is a properly fitting PFD and ability to swim. We can accommodate paddlers from 45 lbs up to a 58 inch chest. (no personal PFD’s are allowed). We are an equal opportunity recreation service provider and will happily make adjustments to accommodate any tour guest with physical limitations or special needs. It is up to you to consult with a doctor to determine if this tour is an activity suitable for you.
All seats are $109. Gratuities are encouraged for professional guides that go above and beyond. Guides do tip out the office staff, drivers and photographers so please consider them in your generosity.
We have a 72 hour cancelation policy. If you are unsure of your final trip numbers please reserve for the most you think will attend. You can call us anytime the day prior to your trip to adjust numbers without charge. We do raft rain or shine, except for lightning in which case if radar shows an impending cell we will cancel the trip without charge.
On this trip you are welcome to bring your phone at your own risk and our guides will happily snap some photos for you, however we will also have a waterproof camera filming and taking pictures throughout the tour should you wish to purchase that footage and or photos of your trip for $42.
Not required, but could add piece of mind or additional comfort to your trip. Helmets and Splash gear can be rented for $5 per item. We have a very limited amount of splash gear so we do not reserve it.
