About Yellowstone Raft Company
Yellowstone Raft Company is one of the original whitewater outfitters in the greater Yellowstone region, running guided rafting adventures on the Yellowstone and Gallatin rivers since 1978. Based in Gardiner at the north entrance to Yellowstone National Park, they offer a unique combination of world-class whitewater and proximity to one of America's most iconic parks — many guests pair a morning raft trip with an afternoon of wildlife watching in the Lamar Valley.
Their trip menu covers the full spectrum of river experiences: gentle scenic floats through Paradise Valley ideal for families with young children, half-day whitewater runs through Yankee Jim Canyon's rolling rapids, and full-day adventures that combine calm stretches with exciting whitewater. On the Gallatin River, they run trips through the canyon's technical Class III-IV rapids for guests seeking more intensity. All equipment is provided including wetsuits for early-season trips, and their experienced guides double as natural historians, pointing out osprey nests, bald eagles, and the geological features that shape the river corridor.
With over four decades of continuous operation, Yellowstone Raft Company has guided more people down these rivers than perhaps any other outfitter in the region. Their safety record is exemplary, their equipment is meticulously maintained, and their guides are among the most experienced on these waters. For families visiting Yellowstone who want to add a river adventure to their itinerary, this company is a natural and trusted choice.
