Cataract Canyon

Cataract Canyon is a major whitewater rafting destination within Canyonlands National Park, known for its dramatic landscape and challenging rapids along the Green and Colorado Rivers. This canyon features towering rock walls and striking vistas, with sections named after the rapids' intensity and the geological history etched into the sandstone. Rafting through Cataract Canyon is best during the spring and early summer when the snowmelt increases river flow. The experience can range from calm stretches to thrilling Class V rapids, making it essential to have a guide if you're inexperienced. Photography opportunities abound, particularly at the confluence of the rivers.