To start your adventure, reserve a 'back-haul,' a motorized raft that will take you from Lees Ferry upstream to the dam. Lee established the ferry service in the late 1800s, and they named it Lee's Ferry.
The trip starts and ends at Lee's Ferry, located in northern Arizona and the only place for hundreds of miles where you can easily access the Colorado River from the rim of the Grand Canyon. The water is frigid, with temperatures averaging around 46☏ (8☌), so we don't recommend sustained swimming, but quick dips will cool you off. Did you know the Colorado River is 1,450 miles long and flows through seven US states, including Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, New Mexico, Nevada, Arizona, and California? It's a significant water source for agriculture, industry, and human consumption in the western United States.ĭuring your Colorado Float trip, you'll have the opportunity to see some of the most incredible sights along the Colorado River. The 15-mile paddle trip between the Glen Canyon Dam and Lee's Ferry will amaze you with towering red canyon walls, clear water, legendary trout fishing, and beautiful campsites. Experience the beauty of the Colorado River with our Colorado Float trip! This fantastic adventure lets you kayak the Colorado River and enjoy your Horseshoe Bend and Grand Canyon-esque adventure without the cost, time, or hassle.