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We hope that cancellations don’t happen, but we understand that things arise that are beyond your control. For this reason, our cancellation policy is not as strict as other operations and we’ve tried to be as lenient as possible. However, over the years, last-second cancellations have become more common and have required us to enforce a policy for these occasions. We ask that you inform us via phone call or text as soon as you know that you’ll need to cancel. Cancellations made via email will not be accepted. This policy is effective on all of our kayaks, rafts, paddleboards,

Thank you for your reservation with Oregon River Rentals. Look for a confirmation email shortly to discuss details on pick up time. If you don’t see an email within 24 hours, please contact us at 503-898-0138  

It’s often difficult to find a single resource to find out the current river levels and if they are suitable to run. Well, we have you covered. Our good friend Mike Walkenshaw has put together a nice site to provide this valuable and convenient information in one place. Check it out by clicking here or the map below.

Occasionally we have gear that we are ready to let go of. All the gear for sale listed below is used. We’ve included as much detail on the condition of the gear as possible. Items are usually ready to be sold at the end of the summer kayaking season in late September but sometimes we’ll list it before then. This page is updated regularly so if it’s on this page then we still have it. Give us a call for more details and to schedule a time to check out anything we have for sale. We are also a distributor

The following article was provided by airkayaks.com and used with permission. When you’re ready to purchase an inflatable kayak, be sure to check them out before you buy. Gone are the days when inflatable kayaks were simply pooled toys. With recent dramatic increases in technology, today’s inflatables have evolved into everything from family recreational fun to high-tech specialized watercraft – some even rival the performance of hard shell kayaks.   Benefits of Inflatable Kayaks So why choose an inflatable? The biggest reasons are portability and storage. The ability to travel with an inflatable – either tossed into the back of

At Oregon River Rentals we do our best to accommodate the variety of different places our customers want to use our boats. This is why we have so many to choose from and we understand that it may be confusing to know which boat would be best for you. We’ve put together this simple guide to help you make your decision. If you have more questions on which boat would be best for you please don’t hesitate to give us a call. Boat Body of water Features Aire Tomcat Solo or Tandem -Whitewater class IV Self-bailing floor quickly drains water Includes thigh

The North Santiam River is considered one of the best late summer and fall kayaking and whitewater rafting runs in the state of Oregon. With plenty of exciting Class III rapids, lush riverside scenery, and a relaxing atmosphere, this is river a popular trip for those who live in nearby Salem or Portland. This river is a 92-mile tributary of the Santiam River and originates high in the Cascades near Mount Jefferson and swiftly moves through a peaceful forested valley. With vine maples, Douglas firs, and large boulders in the river, the North Santiam is an example of quintessential Oregon

The Grande Ronde River is a tributary of the Snake River, which runs for 185 miles in northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington. It begins in the Blue Mountains near Anthony Lakes in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and then flows through the agricultural Grande Ronde Valley, and finally through a number of scenic canyons in its lower course. The water is almost always cold because it consists of melt off from the Wallowa Mountains and the Minam and Wallowa Rivers. Whitewater kayaking and rafting trips usually begin at the section below Minam, which is designated as Wild and Scenic and has

Every spring in southern Washington, Mt. Adams & the Goat Rock Wilderness begins to drain themselves from a long winter of rain & snow. With this runoff brews, one of the most action packed runs in the northwest! This remote and secluded canyon passes through some of the most picturesque scenery around. It cuts its way through an 800 ft. deep canyon with basalt cliffs, and plenty of waterfalls and side streams. Boaters will experience deep canyon rim-to-rim views, with twisted lava formations, a rainbow of wildflowers, and dense oak forests. The continuous Class III and Class IV rapids wind