Chase The Rapids Of The St. Louis River On This Exhilarating Whitewater Rafting Tour In Minnesota
By Betsy Rathburn|Published May 20, 2021
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Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
Where do you go when you’re looking for a fun and safe yet adrenaline-pumping experience? Many head out to one of Minnesota’s exhilarating zipline tours. Others may go mountain biking or even race go-karts. These are all great options, but there’s yet another possibility to explore: whitewater rafting. For most people, Minnesota isn’t exactly synonymous with this activity, with the most famous whitewater rivers being out west. But Minnesota is home to a great whitewater rafting river, and you can experience it for yourself when you book a trip with Minnesota Whitewater Rafting. Read on below to learn more about this fun adventure.
Minnesota Whitewater Rafting is a company that offers exciting adventures along the St. Louis River in northern Minnesota. Located about 20 miles outside of Duluth, this is a great adventure for anyone heading up to the North Shore.
Opened in 2015, the company is run by people with years of experience in whitewater rafting. They put safety at the forefront, with plenty of instruction for guests before they ever hit the water.
When it does come time to hit the rapids, experienced in-raft guides direct paddlers where to steer. Along the way, kayak guides follow to ensure that conditions are safe.
So what is the trip like? It follows a 4.4-mile stretch of the St. Louis River. This area has Class I to Class III rapids. Guests will have a blast paddling through the river's choppy waters!
Trips last about 2.5 hours and go on rain or shine. Guests are encouraged to wear warm, waterproof clothing and to prepare to get wet! Trips are $48 per person, and are open to people 11 years old and up. See the company website for more information about who can go rafting.
If you're craving an exciting adventure in Minnesota, this whitewater rafting trip down the St. Louis River may be for you. It's a great way to get outdoors, experience something new, and get the adrenaline pumping!
Would you ever go whitewater rafting in Minnesota? For more information about Minnesota Whitewater Rafting, including safety information and booking a trip, visit their website and Facebook page.
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