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A must-have experience for outdoor adventurers, whitewater rafting on the Payette River is the perfect complement to any Cascade, ID vacation.

Surrounded by the mountains of Southwest Idaho, on the shores of Lake Cascade, Cascade, ID is the perfect spot for your next mountain retreat! Home to Lake Cascade State park, numerous hot springs, hiking trails, campgrounds and cabins, Cascade is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. While only 1,000 permanent residents call Cascade home, people flock to this mountain town year round to enjoy its small town charm and countless recreational opportunities.

One of Cascade’s biggest draws is its close access to some of the most amazing whitewater in the world! Known as the whitewater state, Idaho has world-class whitewater that can be easily accessed from Cascade by raft or kayak. And what better way to enjoy the natural beauty of Cascade and the great Idaho outdoors than by whitewater rafting through them!

While there are many rafting companies to choose from Bear Valley Rafting company is a great choice! With countless 5 star reviews, a stellar location and passionate guides who love sharing their expertise with others, Bear Valley Rafting is the place to choose for your next full-day whitewater rafting trip or half-day whitewater rafting trip and will make anyone’s Idaho rafting dreams come true!  

Conveniently located in beautiful Banks, Idaho, Bear Valley Rafting is about an hour away from Cascade, halfway between Cascade and Boise – Idaho’s capital city. Situated right off of Highway 55 by the Banks Cafe, we’re directly on the route to Boise; you can’t miss us! We’re also just right off the turn to Garden Valley, which offers more camping, hiking and river fun. Wherever you’re traveling to or from, Bear Valley Rafting is a convenient stop for one more adventure on your way. Read why our customers love Bear Valley Rafting.

Live your dreams and add a thrilling Idaho whitewater rafting experience to your Cascade adventure. Contact us to learn more about how you can book your next adventure!

Take a short drive from Cascade for a Half-day or Full-day of Whitewater rafting.

Take on the iconic white water of the Payette River! With 4 total runs, Bear Valley Rafting keeps rafters coming back for more. Come enjoy the beautiful scenery on Idaho’s most popular whitewater run.

We offer whitewater rafting trips to accommodate everyone from the total novice to the seasoned veteran.

Call 208.793.2272
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Half-Day Rafting Trips

We offer two half-day Payette River Rafting trips down either the Main or South Fork of the Payette river. Come enjoy the beautiful scenery on Idaho’s most popular whitewater run.

Starting at: $67
Per Adult
Book a Half-Day Trip
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Full-Day Rafting Trips

We offer two full-day Payette River Rafting trips down either the Canyon-South fork or Cabarton-North fork. All of our full-day trips include lunch prepared by your guide!

Starting at: $119
Per Adult
Book a Full-day Trip

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Payette River Rafting, that is.

We offer whitewater rafting trips to accommodate everyone from the total novice to the seasoned veteran.

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