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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

Oregon River Rentals wants you to have a great time out on the water. We’ve compiled a list of tips that will help you be successful on your self-guided whitewater trip. This list may help remind you what you already know. And maybe you’ll learn something that will improve your trip. Relax and have fun As with sex, if you’re not having fun, you’re probably not doing it right. (I think I read that somewhere). Confident paddlers enjoy the challenge of choosing a route downriver. A panicked paddler freezes and makes poor decisions. A nervous paddler tends to lean backward

May 19th and 20th marked the 29th annual Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival. This always proves to be a great event each year. Check out the article and video below for a nice recap. Building whitewater community takes as much muscle as paddling Upper Clackamas River By Molly Harbarger, The Oregonian The announcer was barely audible over the roar of the whitewater, rushing almost 3,000 cubic feet per second down the Upper Clackamas River on Saturday. Spectators dotted the rocky shore, watching bobbing specks of color come closer until the dry-suited paddlers appeared. The crowd cheered each racer as they passed in

  Everyone knows how easy inflatable kayaks are to store and transport. But there are a lot of misconceptions about inflatable kayaks. Most of these are perpetuated by the poor performance of cheap blow-up rafts sold at sporting goods and department stores during spring blowout sales. That’s not what you get when you rent an inflatable kayak from Oregon River Rentals. It’s time to set the record straight.   Myth: They pop the first time they hit a rock That is probably true of the swimming-pool toy you bought for your kids. Modern inflatable whitewater kayaks are a different breed.

Okay, maybe we won’t get around to updating this survey every day, but certainly as time permits, we’ll add new questions and get your feedback. Suggest survey questions for us in the comment box below and we’ll ask those as well!