An Overview of Classes of Rapids for Whitewater Rafting

If you’re a first-time river runner, there’s a good chance you’re only dimly familiar (if at all) with the classes of rapids for whitewater rafting. Well, you’re in luck: In this article, we’ll discuss the most commonly used whitewater rating system and tell you how it applies to the world-class Arkansas River rafting we lead […]

A Guide to Planning Whitewater Rafting Vacations

New to the idea of whitewater rafting? No question, the activity—while (c’mon!) obviously thrilling—can seem a wee bit intimidating to a stone-cold newbie. At Echo Canyon River Expeditions, we get that—and we’re here to help you understand just what goes into planning white water rafting vacations. And we’re excited about it, too, because we genuinely […]