4 Days

Gates of Lodore – Invisible Current: A Contemplative River Journey

  • 1 Person
  • / Adult/ $1799

Where

Starts at the Gates of Lodore in CO & ends at Split Mountain Campground in UT


Duration

4 Days

44 Miles

Level

Class III Rapids
Beginner/Intermediate Whitewater
Minimum 15 years old

When

Aug 6th – Aug 9th, 2026

Trip information

Invisible Current: A Contemplative River Journey
A 4-day guided rafting journey through the Gates of Lodore on the Green River, blending classic
wilderness adventure with contemplative, nature-based practices.

RIVER INFORMATION

Located in the beautiful Dinosaur National Monument, over 200,000 acres of pristine river wilderness This 4-day rafting trip covers 44 miles of the Green River in the heart of The Monument. Start rafting at the Gates of Lodore in Colorado and end at Split Mountain Campground in Utah. Experience beautiful scenery and multiple class III rapids along the way, plus one class IV, Hell’s Half Mile.

These intimate river journeys bring together people from around the globe on an adventure through the heart of desert canyons. Empty sandy beaches, majestic hikes, thrilling whitewater, and riverside camping, are combined with healthy foods, deep conversation, and space to reconnect with each other

The trip includes all meals, breakfast, lunch, and dinner (organic and local when possible), all equipment, guides, and experiences. Tip not included. Alcohol is not included. Guests may bring their own beverages, NO DRINKING ON THE RIVER OR UNTIL WE GET TO CAMP EACH DAY. NO DRUG USE ON THE TRIP. Further trip information can be viewed on the PACK menu of the website.

Leave No Trace Camping

This area of Dinosaur National Monument is roadless wilderness, so we bring all food and gear on oar boats and stop at a new camp each night. Guides and guests practice leave no trace camping, so if you pack it in – pack it out. Portable toilet systems, privacy tents and hand-washing stations are provided.

Catered Meals

Tasty meals from the first day lunch through last day lunch are provided. Food consideration options are available if arranged in advance. Please see the Passenger Profile to add any food considerations. Please return your Passenger Profile Form at least 3 weeks prior and we will try to accommodate you, within reason. There is a $15 upcharge per day for major food considerations, Gluten Free, Vegan, etc. If this was not paid through your reservation, please pay when you come to pick up your dry bag.

 

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Itinerary

Prior to Trip

  • Each participant must fill out the Passenger Profile link and return it at least 3 weeks prior to departure.
  • Tents, sleeping bags and pads are NOT provided, but can be rented (bag and pad-$50; and a two-six person tent-$50) at the Adrift store. If renting, notification is needed at least two weeks prior to the launch and can be added to your passenger profile.
  • Please stop by our office before 6 pm the day prior to launch so you can pick-up your dry bag. If you need your dry bag to be dropped off at your motel the night before launch, please add to your passenger profile.
  • At the Adrift Headquarters (trip meeting place) you can purchase sunscreen, t-shirts, hats, carabiners, sun hoodies and water bottles.

Launch Day

7:15 am - Meet at Adrift Headquarters Guests are on their own for breakfast prior to meeting Adrift guides. An earlier meeting time can be arranged if you flew into the area. Come with your river bag packed. The shuttle to put in will depart from the Adrift Dinosaur's Boathouse at 8 am. At the river put-in your trip leader will provide a safety orientation before you start rafting through Lodore Canyon. Camp at a roadless wilderness site in the canyon. Lunch and dinner are provided.

Day 2

Raft the Green River with optional short hikes to observe wildlife and canyon geology. Run one of the big rapids, Hell’s Half Mile, and camp at a remote beach. Optional hike. Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided.

Day 3

After breakfast you float out of Lodore into 2,000 ft. deep Whirlpool Canyon and run fun rapids. Great optional hike to waterfall and Fremont-era rock art. Camp in wilds. Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided.

Day 4

Coffee and breakfast is ready early then we launch on the river and float through the exciting rapids of Split Mountain Gorge. Lunch is also provided. You should arrive at the river trip takeout anytime between 2-4 pm where you are shuttled back to your car at the Adrift Dinosaur Boathouse arriving between 3-5 pm.