The Green River: "An All American Adventure"

The Green River was selected by National Geographic Adventure magazine as one of the 50 best American Adventures. Sheri Griffith Expeditions runs 3 different wonderful stretches of the Green River: Majestic Canyons of the Green River, Gates of Lodore in Dinosaur National Monument, andLabyrinth Canyon by Seas Kayaks. Each one of these trips offers a different experience and atmosphere.

The Majestic Canyons of the Green River is the Perfect Family river trip with big sandy beaches, 5000 foot cliffs and moderate whitewater. The Green River through Desolation and Gray Canyons is the only river canyons registered as a National Historic Landmark. The Fremont Indians farmed, hunted and lived here over 700 years ago and left ruins and ancient rock art. The most popular stop is McPherson Cabin where Butch Cassidy, Sundance Kid and "The Wild Bunch," hide out. Time is set aside to explore these homes and legends.

The Gate of Lodore in Dinosaur national Monument is our most requested trip. With stunning 2000 foot red rock walls, an abundance of wildlife, waterfall hikes and exciting rapids everyday. The scenery is a combination of Rocky Mountain trees and plants, then drifting down into the desert canyon country. The always present wildlife includes deer, bighorn sheep, eagles, trout, and hawks around almost every bend. We purposely travel slowly, about 10-15 miles per day, giving us ample time to explore the canyons and take in the Green River and its surrounding wildlife.

Labyrinth Canyon is a flat-water section for the Green River we run in Sea Kayaks.This canyon offers classic red rock canyons and a wealth of fantastic hikes into the depths of Utah's canyon country. . This 60-mile stretch of river without any rapids is perfect for leisure kayaking. No experience is necessary, as touring kayaks are easy to paddle, comfortable to travel in and very stable. There’s time to explore the canyons and ponder the ancient Indian writings and trappers' inscriptions on the canyon walls. Your time is spent playing on and in the river and relaxing on your leisure vacation.