Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.6.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # North Umpqua Outfitters Whitewater Rafting and Fishing on the North Umpqua River Go Local! ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://umpquarivers.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Drift Boat Safety Basics: A Practical Guide to Rowing Rivers Safely](https://umpquarivers.com/drift-boat-safety-basics-a-practical-guide-to-rowing-rivers-safely/) - Learn the basics of drift boat safety , from reading watering ferry angles to cold water awareness. A practical guide from professional river guides. - [Rafting on Oregons North Umpqua River in the Spring](https://umpquarivers.com/rafting-on-oregons-north-umpqua-river-in-the-spring/) - Designed to allow skilled boaters to gather for the day and provide safety, and support for each other while following the lines from our local guides. - [Spring rafting on the North Umpqua River: An unforgettable adventure!](https://umpquarivers.com/spring-rafting-on-the-north-umpqua-river-an-unforgettable-adventure/) - A group of rafters braving the spring flows on the North Umpqua River in Southern Oregon near crater lake. - [The wild side of high water on the North Umpqua!](https://umpquarivers.com/the-wild-side-of-high-water-on-the-north-umpqua/) - The North Umpqua River in Oregon is stunning, but when the water rises so does the risk. This river can go from a mild 1000cfs to a roaring 5000cfs after a rain - [Rafting the North Umpqua River is the perfect summer get away!](https://umpquarivers.com/north-umpqua-river-rafting-adventure-for-the-family/) - The weather is heating up and the rapids of the North Umpqua are coming to life! It is a strange phenomenon that the rapids start to get bigger as the water drops. In fact, one the biggest hits on the river is at it biggest when the water is at its lowest! There is still - [Immersing ourselves, spring flows on the North Umpqua](https://umpquarivers.com/immersing-ourselves-spring-flows-on-the-north-umpqua/) - As the sun creeps into the canyon and the flowers are starting to bloom the river is also coming to life. I have always felt that the river is something different, something to be given another level of respect, over 2000 cfs. The waterfalls and side creeks are flowing strong right now, Dog creek can - [We raft with our dogs!](https://umpquarivers.com/rafting-with-north-umpqua-outfitters-and-their-dogs-on-oregon/) - When you set off on an adventure with us you also get a K9 companion. Meet Jade! Jade is a 9 month old SheepaDoodle. 51% Old English Sheepdog and 49% Poodle, weighing just under thirty pounds. Jade will be learning to raft this season and is sure to have some highlight moments. She loves the - [Meet the voice behind the phones!](https://umpquarivers.com/family-owned-and-operated-rafting-business-on-the-north-umpqua-river/) - Our beautiful daughter, Kahra Kay Long is our Vice President and takes care of all the details while Im out on the river. There is a good chance that when you call us you will be chatting with her. She is married to Josh Long, General Manager of the local Diamond Lake Abbys Pizza. They - [Meet the new owners of North Umpqua Outfitters!](https://umpquarivers.com/meet-the-new-owners/) - We are the Paul Family, Dustin, Toni, Kahra, Jade, and Betty. The feelings we have had as we have gone through the process of taking over this permit have been indescribable. For nearly two decades I have been running rivers of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Guiding professionally now for the last 10. I am - [Hightlights 2023...](https://umpquarivers.com/hightlights-2023/) - [Cool Refreshing Fun!](https://umpquarivers.com/cool-refreshing-fun/) - [Fun Friends!](https://umpquarivers.com/fun-friends/) - [Pinball anyone?](https://umpquarivers.com/pinball-anyone/) - [Surf is up!](https://umpquarivers.com/surf-is-up/) - [Wet & Wild in 2023!](https://umpquarivers.com/wet-wild-in-2023/) - [Come join us on the river!](https://umpquarivers.com/come-join-us-on-the-river/) - We got water! - [Flashback 2022...](https://umpquarivers.com/flashback-2022/) - [Best of 2021!](https://umpquarivers.com/best-of-2021/) - [2022 Season is looking good!](https://umpquarivers.com/2022-season-is-looking-good/) - [Full Day fun.. on segment 4 during the Jack Fire 2021..](https://umpquarivers.com/full-day-fun-on-segment-4-during-the-jack-fire-2021/) - ["Wildland Boating"](https://umpquarivers.com/wildland-boating/) - [Wild & Scenic Summer Fun.. Come get some in 2021!](https://umpquarivers.com/wild-scenic-summer-fun-come-get/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFIEY38I_RE - [Keeping Cool.. on the Scenic & Wild North Umpqua River!](https://umpquarivers.com/keeping-cool-scenic-wild-north-umpqua-river/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVJogC59xg0 - [Pinball is a Family game!](https://umpquarivers.com/pinball-family-game/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjsBfH97-Aw - [Why Wait For the Weekend? Daily rafting & inflatable kayak trips!](https://umpquarivers.com/wait-weekend-daily-rafting-inflatable-kayak-trips/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qgoO92-J2c - [Get more "Smiles per Mile" when you raft with North Umpqua Outfitters!](https://umpquarivers.com/get-smiles-per-mile-raft-north-umpqua-outfitters/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMnNG6LzW0M - [Our guides are ready for you! Reserve your trip today...](https://umpquarivers.com/guides-ready-reserve-trip-today/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQBLzFCyMdg - [Book your summer rafting adventure today! 1-888-454-9696](https://umpquarivers.com/book-summer-rafting-adventure-today-www-umpquarivers-com-1-888-454-9696/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ij2bRKuilQ - [Re-opening... We have been cleared to Launch!](https://umpquarivers.com/phase-1-re-opening-cleared-launch/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXo2TOj_EHs - [Hope to be serving you soon!](https://umpquarivers.com/hope-serving-soon/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvq43QcaIpY - [Looking forward to the 2020 Whitewater rafting season...](https://umpquarivers.com/looking-forward-2020-whitewater-rafting-season/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asj6ILGYSrE - [Umpqua Valley spring has sprung!](https://umpquarivers.com/umpqua-valley-spring-sprung/) - [Flashback 2019!](https://umpquarivers.com/flashback-2019/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYO5f-MD8V0 - [The 2019 U.S.F.S. guided rafting season is over...](https://umpquarivers.com/2019-u-s-f-s-guided-rafting-season/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voYHYHXSjJE - [Summer Vacation Fun!](https://umpquarivers.com/summer-vacation-fun/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eP_JwFv0uwI&t=66s - [Summer Surf... on the Scenic & Wild North Umpqua River.](https://umpquarivers.com/summer-surf-scenic-wild-north-umpqua-river/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxzsEdMEzGY&t=34s - [About The Idleyld Trading Post](https://umpquarivers.com/idleyld-trading-post/) - The Idleyld Trading Post is located In Idleyld Park, Oregon on the beautiful North Umpqua River, 21 miles east of Roseburg in Douglas County (our town and store are pronounced Idle-Wild). Whether you’re here to enjoy the unrivaled fishing, hiking, camping or mountain biking in the Umpqua National Forest or passing through on your way - [Guides ready for you!](https://umpquarivers.com/guides-ready-for-you/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg8LUoEDg0s - [Spring has Sprung on the Wild & Scenic North Umpqua River...](https://umpquarivers.com/spring-sprung-wild-scenic-north-umpqua-river/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIrY9GWN9gQ - [Big water fun..after the big rain! First rafting & lodging trip of the season... Come join North Umpqua Outfitters on the river! #floatingonaire #northumpquariver](https://umpquarivers.com/big-water-fun-big-rain-first-rafting-lodging-trip-season-come-join-north-umpqua-outfitters-river-floatingonaire-northumpquariver/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WALuAMxJFg0 - [We are the Local Guides...](https://umpquarivers.com/we-are-the-local-guides/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dzoXT4EC64 - [North Umpqua Outfitters 2019 - Meet the Guides -](https://umpquarivers.com/north-umpqua-outfitters-2019-meet-guides/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jgw8TojTC_E - [Last Trip! U.S.F.S. guided rafting season 2018.See you on the river next year...](https://umpquarivers.com/last-trip-u-s-f-s-guided-rafting-season-2018-see-river-next-year/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpi7YyS7SfY - [Humans of : America Outdoors. Bill & Sharon Blodgett](https://umpquarivers.com/httpswww-americaoutdoors-orghumans-of-ao-bill-blodgett/) - https://www.americaoutdoors.org/humans-of-ao-bill-blodgett/ - [Hello August... Great rapids fresh air and cool water!](https://umpquarivers.com/hello-august-great-rapids-fresh-air-cool-water-book-summer-rafting-adventure-today/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iK88Ss-__fs - [July is Jumpin... Summer is family fun!](https://umpquarivers.com/july-jumpin-summer-family-fun/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfK2kWXULcE - [Summer has arrived.. Book your rafting adventure now! www.umpquarivers.com 1-888-454-9696](https://umpquarivers.com/summer-arrived-book-next-rafting-adventure-today-www-umpquarivers-com-1-888-454-9696/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKYcO9bRbbA - [Wild & Scenic North Umpqua River... Daily whitewater rafting & inflatable kayaking.](https://umpquarivers.com/come-paddle-wild-scenic-north-umpqua-river-daily-whitewater-rafting-inflatable-kayaking/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUFBl4Mog3Q - [June is National Rivers Month.. Come paddle with us!](https://umpquarivers.com/june-national-rivers-month-come-paddle-us/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbGnnZkHxGU - [Eiffel Tower in the spring...](https://umpquarivers.com/eiffel-tower-spring/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SduhJj70y9M - [North Umpqua Geology](https://umpquarivers.com/north-umpqua-geology/) - https://www.opb.org/television/programs/ofg/segment/north-umpqua-geology/ - [Inside Pinball Rapid 2018](https://umpquarivers.com/inside-pinball-rapid-2018/) - North Umpqua Outfitters new A.I.R.E. Mammoth paddle cat takes boating to a whole new level. Come join us on the river.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dRWQKHSVro - [The Scenic & Wild North Umpqua River "Oregon's Best kept Secret"](https://umpquarivers.com/scenic-wild-north-umpqua-river-oregons-best-kept-secret/) - https://www.rivers.gov/rivers/north-umpqua.php - [February Fun... Come join us on the river!](https://umpquarivers.com/february-fun-com-join-us-th-river/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vstKtBRgNnM - [2017 flashback](https://umpquarivers.com/2017-flashback/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dlub4Q6rqFs - [With North Umpqua River closed by wildfire, raft guides find work helping firefighters](https://umpquarivers.com/guides-find-work-helping-firefighters/) - Visit the Statesman Journal for the full story http://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/2017/08/30/north-umpqua-river-closed-wildfire-raft-guides-find-work-helping-firefighters/618017001/#_=_ - [Guest Review "Never fails to meet all expectations.](https://umpquarivers.com/guest-review/) - TripAdvisor "Never fails to meet all expectations. Fun, safe professional service every time." Reviewed by Angela S I am an avid outdoors person and I have also been in the customer service field most of my life. I expect to get my moneys worth and I expect good service which I have received nothing but - [North Umpqua River Re-opened...](https://umpquarivers.com/568-2/) - Visit the Statesman Journal for the full story. https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.statesmanjournal.com%2Fstory%2Fnews%2F2017%2F11%2F16%2Fforest-service-reverses-course-reopens-north-umpqua-river-after-outcry%2F872921001%2F&h=ATM1C0UF0iXB4w1_A7bPjD9-osXJ4aK57PKJfcUzfWGFCzYOfrVpOQ7Mc_Sl2p8pBWxZLMXDhdlRPegOfXQFYQ4N9tAprcDk3DeRvkUr12kkzzjUjkGwb-6TqRNGs8-2GSSLLckZgGnxqmkwKxmEUy5-IgR2Tg - [Frustrations boil over long-term closure of North Umpqua River after wildfires](https://umpquarivers.com/frustrations-boil-over-long-term-closure-of-north-umpqua-river-after-wildfires/) - Visit the link to the Statesman Journal for the full story. http://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/2017/10/25/north-umpqua-river-rafting-kayaking-umpqua-north-complex-trail/799862001/ - [Jump Rock...](https://umpquarivers.com/jump-rock-open/) - Come cool down and have some fun on the river! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzA5o1oL7Tc - [Job opportunities 2018](https://umpquarivers.com/job-opportunities-2018/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZX3D0n2DqUs - [North Umpqua River closure](https://umpquarivers.com/fall-is-here/) - All users deserved voice in forest service's closure of portion of North Umpqua River Visit the Statesman Journal for the full story. http://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/opinion/2017/10/27/all-users-deserved-voice-forest-services-closure-portion-north-umpqua-river/803578001/ - [Guiding on the North Umpqua River since 1992](https://umpquarivers.com/north-umpqua-outfitters-has-been-guiding-on-the-north-umpqua-river-since-1987/) - North Umpqua Outfitters has been guiding on the North Umpqua River since 1992 under a special use permit issued by the Umpqua National Forest. North Umpqua Outfitters is an Equal Opportunity Recreation Provider. Licensed and Insured. Oregon Guides License 1835 We will meet or beat any quoted price for 4 or more if booked by - [Guest Review](https://umpquarivers.com/guest-review-may-2017/) - https://www.facebook.com/119TiogaLane/posts/1342984619148005?notif_t=like¬if_id=1496612021584970 - [Guest Review](https://umpquarivers.com/july-guest-review/) - Donna Butler That's me there, 2nd from the left. July 10, 2017 -- My first whitewater rafting trip! I can't imagine having a more expert and fun guide than Bill. Whitewater rafting had always been out of my comfort zone, but my 16 yr. old grandson was visiting from Massachusetts, so my husband and I, - [Umpqua North Complex.. Division D Fire Crew Support. August 20th - September 5th 2017](https://umpquarivers.com/umpqua-north-complex-division-d-fire-crew-support-august-20th-september-5th-2017/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6E7bzYqtBGM - [Staying cool in the "Heat Wave"](https://umpquarivers.com/staying-cool-heat-wave/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9w28gpCAlQ - [Wildlife abounds on the North Umpqua River..](https://umpquarivers.com/wildlife-abounds-north-umpqua-river/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEp9ZwuX6O4 - [More Rapids Per Mile..on the Scenic North Umpqua River...](https://umpquarivers.com/rapids-per-mile-scenic-north-umpqua-river/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQZdgVXKa0A - [Put-in Fun...2016](https://umpquarivers.com/put-fun-2016/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lpzza2jROAU - [North Umpqua River Summer has arrived.](https://umpquarivers.com/jumping-summer-north-umpqua-river/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSuytruPIY0 - [Dam Controlled Rafting in Oregon on the North Umpqua River](https://umpquarivers.com/dam-controlled-rafting-in-oregon-on-the-north-umpqua-river/) - Summer is here and the North Umpqua River has water. The Oregon Cascade Range managed to get near normal rain fall and about 16% of our normal snow pack, which leaves Oregon in a good position to still be able to provide great whitewater rafting & kayaking. If you are seeking great whitewater rafting in - [Action Packed Whitewater Trips!](https://umpquarivers.com/action-packed-whitewater-trips/) - Action Packed Whitewater Trips! We serve small and large groups, family re-unions, wedding parties, and company trips. Trips for all experience levels: Discover why the experts return time and again, and beginners are put at ease with our experienced guides. We can take children that are at least 6 years old and can swim. 10% - [YouTube Video Gallery](https://umpquarivers.com/you-tube-video-gallery/) - Video Gallery at North Umpqua Outfitters ## Pages - [Half Day and Full Day Rafting and Kayaking Trips](https://umpquarivers.com/north-umpqua-river-rafting-kayaking/) - Exciting and safe rafting and kayaking in Southern Oregon!! Safe and knowledgeable local guides with high quality equipment and a local lunch. Near crater lake. - [Experience the magic of Winter Steelhead Fishing](https://umpquarivers.com/fishing-on-the-legendary-north-umpqua-river/) - You'll spend five to six hours with our local guides drifting through prime steelhead water on the North Umpqua River in a classic wooden drift boat. - [Some of our friends in the business](https://umpquarivers.com/some-of-our-friends-in-the-business/) - Umpqua's Last Resort, an award wing resort with easy store access and a variety of camping options. https://www.golastresort.com Steamboat Inn, Historic and legendary lodging on the banks of Steamboat Falls. https://www.thesteamboatinn.com Dry Creek store, The local convenience store https://www.facebook.com/umpquasnationalforest/ Multi day trips on the Rogue with Noahs! https://noahsroguerivertrips.com Day trips on the Rogue with Jefferson - [Multi Day Trips with Steamboat Inn](https://umpquarivers.com/the-ultimate-and-exclusive-north-umpqua-experience/) - Discover a rare blend of wild nature and refined luxury on the legendary North Umpqua River. This 2 day and 2 night whitewater retreat is crafted for discerning travelers who seek connection-with nature, with story, and with each other. Limited to just 6 guests, The North Umpqua Legacy adventure pairs private guided rafting through world class rapids with elegant lodging and gourmet cuisine, and thoughtful moments designed for deep immersion and lasting memories. - [Contact Us](https://umpquarivers.com/contact-us-north-umpqua-booking-contact/) - how to reach us via phone and email and a good picture of the owners in the Grand Canyon in 2024. - [Summer Cutthroat and Rainbow Trout fishing](https://umpquarivers.com/summer-cutthroat-and-rainbow-trout-fishing/) - Summer Cutthroat and Rainbow Trout fishing on the North Umpqua River with North Umpqua Outfitters. Fish out of a wooden drift boat or a specialized fishing raft - [Tag a Long Trips, get to know the North Umpqua!](https://umpquarivers.com/tag-a-long-trips-get-to-know-the-north-umpqua/) - These trips are the perfect way to see the North Umpqua and run your own boat. Tag a long trips are led by a local guide and include lunch and shuttle. - [Take a splash through Colliding Rivers!](https://umpquarivers.com/take-a-splash-through-colliding-rivers/) - Book your group a day of whitewater with a full course of relaxation. The main course.....chill! First we head through Colliding Rivers to get cooled down with a great class 2+ drop at the unique geologic feature colliding rivers. After that we float casually along and will have a chance to socialize with the group, - [Reservations/Policies](https://umpquarivers.com/reservations-policies/) - We suggest early reservations to secure space on the trip of your choice, but walk-ins are welcome on a space available basis. A 50% deposit on your Visa or MasterCard will secure your preferred trip date. Your balance will be charged 14 days before your scheduled trip. Authorization of charge for deposit is acknowledgment of - [Join the family!](https://umpquarivers.com/river-guides/) - North Umpqua Outfitters is looking to add qualified river guides to our team for the 2025 rafting season. Per trip wage of $120.00 to $150.00 based on experience and certifications. We are the local outfitters serving the North Umpqua River since 1992, and have a permit with the US Forest Service. 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