This Stunning U.S. River Is A Kayaker's Dream Come True

Kayaking is a beautiful sport. Almost anyone can enjoy paddling down a gorgeous river in a sleek craft, and America is full of scenic places to kayak and float. One of the best rivers to kayak in the country is in America’s most famous national park, and there are a thousand reasons to plan your boating adventure there as soon as possible.

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Yellowstone River is located in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming and Montana. Its gorgeous bends, twists, and rapids make it a kayakers dream come true. In fact, one of the best ways to explore Yellowstone National Park is by kayak, as drifting along the water will allow you to be privy to some of the most beloved views in the region.

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There are many waterways and lakes in Yellowstone, but the Yellowstone River is the best for kayaking for a few reasons. First of all, it offers great opportunities to explore some of the most diverse wildlife areas on Earth. Right from your boat, you can spot elk, moose, and even grizzly bears as they graze and wander the shores.

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As the Yellowstone River rolls along the northern edge of the park, it creates rapids that are perfect for whitewater beginners and experts alike. Newbies can take a guided kayaking trip down the river that requires little or no previous boating experience and will expose you to some of the river’s coolest rapids, which more seasoned paddlers can visit in mid-summer for lower waters and a more challenging maze of rocks.

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Anglers also have good reason to give Yellowstone River a visit. It’s considered one of the greatest trout streams in the world, with massively productive stretches of water offering brown trout, rainbow trout, and native Yellowstone cutthroat trout.

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If you want to visit the Yellowstone River for a bit of kayaking, click here to explore your options for exploring this great national treasure by land and water. For more great American travel inspiration, check out some other must-see adventure spots around the country here.