Explore the “New Klamath”
In 2024, dams were removed from the Klamath River, opening up miles of spectacular whitewater…
THE “NEW KLAMATH”
DEBUTING SPRING OF 2025
With dam removal complete, we are excited to once again offer trips on the Upper Klamath. There is no better way to experience the world’s largest dam removal restoration project than to visit the river. A wide variety of trip options allows anyone the opportunity to experience the New Klamath. And in what might be the best new river trip in the west, the “New Klamath” Three-Day offers the most remarkable journey on a restored Klamath River, bringing together five sections of the Klamath in a way that simply was not possible prior to dam removal.
But first, how did we get here? In short, whitewater recreation was mandated by FERC to be included in the scope of the project. In collaboration with our friends at American Whitewater, other outfitters, and our combined efforts to advocate for recreation – today outfitters and the public have the opportunity to explore the “New Klamath.” Read our historical account of what happened during the largest dam removal project in history. See also: What is the “New Klamath”?
RESPECTFUL, PROFESSIONAL, & PASSIONATE GUIDES
Operating trips on the “New Klamath” is a privilege we do not take lightly. The Klamath has been through a lot in the past 100 years, and we are honored to be a part of its rediscovery after dam removal. As we learn more about these beautiful lands and waters, we will always do so with an eye toward the history and stories of those who were here long before us. Our guides are knowledgable of the area and eager to share these stories. We can’t wait to celebrate the New Klamath with you.
2025 TRIP OPTIONS
Reservations are held with a deposit of 20% of the total trip cost. To protect your investment, we highly recommend Travel Protection. Please read our cancellation policy prior to booking your trip.
$995/person
Class III & IV+ | 3 days, 2 nights
What might be the best new river trip in the west, the "New Klamath" Three-Day is a remarkable journey on a restored Klamath River. This trip brings together five sections of the Klamath in a way that simply was not possible prior to dam removal. This is the most comprehensive tour available of the restored Klamath River and combines our Hell's Corner Overnight with an additional night and day in Kikacéki (Ward's) Canyon. Available for groups of 8 or more.
$650/person
Class III & IV | 2 days, 1 night
Historically, Hell's Corner was our full-day rafting trip timed between peaking hydroelectric pulses out of John C. Boyle powerhouse. With the powerhouse and dam gone, the river is no longer burdened by artificial high and low flows. Summer flows on Hell’s Corner will now be consistent and allow for a stunning overnight trip.
$250/person
Class IV+ | 7.5 Hours (w/transport) | Lunch Included
After over 100 years, a stunning and remarkable canyon has come back to life with the removal of the Klamath dams. The Kikacéki Reach of the Klamath River was bypassed for hydroelectric production, but today flows have been restored and the reveal has been nothing short of spectacular.
$250/person
Class IV+/V- | 9 Hours (w/transport) | Lunch Included
With John C. Boyle dam removed, the Big Bend section now flows consistently and offers the best whitewater on the entire Klamath River. Historically, this section was "bypassed" and water was transported in a canal for miles, leaving the river with inadequate flows for rafting. In 2025, we are excited to offer the first commercial trips on this outstanding section of river.
$495/person
Class I & II | 2 days, 1 night
Want to see the renewed river, but don’t have a taste for Class IV whitewater? The Beswick Overnight features two days on restored sections of river and one night at our private property adjacent to what used to be Copco Reservoir. Whitewater is mild (primarily Class I & II) and allows for families with kids as young as 6 to join. You’ll float the Beswick, Kikacéki Valley, and Iron Gate stretches. Along the way you’ll float through two former reservoirs and one dam site.