We rafted the Lower Methow with Methow Rafting this weekend and had the BEST time. We had five adults and one 8 year old doing his first rafting trip, so we chose Lower Methow and it was absolutely perfect for families. Dylan, the owner and our guide, made the whole experience fun and comfortable while giving us exciting splashes and laughs the entire trip. At one point Forrest (8 year old) said he was hot and wanted to "cool down," and Dylan immediately guided us into the perfect splashy section that soaked the boat and had everyone cracking up. He was loving it and was all smiles!! What stood out the most was how personal the trip felt. It did not feel like a scripted tourist activity at all. Dylan read the group perfectly, made Forrest feel included, and knew exactly how to balance fun, safety, and adventure. You can tell he genuinely loves the river and wants everyone to leave having an amazing experience. The scenery was unreal, the water felt perfect, and honestly it ended up being one of those Sunday afternoons we'll talk about forever. If you have kids not quite old enough for Black Canyon yet, this is 100% the trip to do. read more

Incredible experience, wonderful people, great snacks. Just a delight! A must-go when you're in Methow.

Great trip. Had an awesome guide Benny. Great weather. Great experience. Would recommend this to anybody. Extremely fun experience.

Did the Black canyon half-day whitewater on Memorial Day weekend (05/26/24). Had an awesome time! Don't think I would as I was very (!!) nervous being a first timer and not knowing how to swim should I fall overboard. I was gonna chicken out but I was told I could sit by my guide. Dylan was my guide and he was such a sweet guy assuring me that he will look after me. With that assurance and my trust in him, I was able to enjoy this crazy and so much fun adventure! Lots of wetness and laughter! Thank you, Dylan for the fun adventure and the silly jokes you made! Made me laugh and ease my nervousness. I hope to come back and do this again! Everyone that I encountered with on that day from the crew to the guests were so nice! Love Methow Rafting! Highly recommend! read more

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We did the half day Methow River trip and loved it. Just the right amount of rapids, got to float in the river, and had a nice little rest and snack session along the river. Highly recommend it, when in Winthrop go rafting!! read more

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Great time rafting with Shawn!! Safe fun family fun. Highly recommended!!! Worth every penny.

From the initial scheduling to the actual event was seamless. DIllini- who coordinates the event communicated very well. Our guide Elise was knowledgeable and kept us safe while having a great time. She was also able to give us interesting comments about the local history and region. I will be doing this again with more friends and family soon! read more

My friend and I decided that since we were already staying at the River Run Inn (next to the location of this tubing company), that we had no problem paying the $25 fee to tube down the river we already had a view from, from our room. Included in the cost is a personal flotation device (life jacket), high quality mesh bottom river tube and neoprene booties for the tootsies. (by the way they feel so funky on your feet like you're gellin'!) Bottles of water are $1, as you may be thirsty on a hot AF day. They give us the run down, and during COVID have their setup all ready with distancing between sign up sheets and hand sanitizer provided, then separately you go to another spot to pay. They ask for you to wear your masks on the tube, as well as keep them on as you'll need to wear them on the shuttle ride back with other passengers. Once you are geared up, Derek gave us a brief orientation that covers paddling technique, like staying forward until the end when you want to paddle yourself backwards when you reach the yellow marker to safely paddle back to shore, and a bit about river safety. He was explicit with instruction, such as where the river divides, and to look for the dual colored rivers meeting, as well as fishing traps to stay away from and a huge log to watch out for. Yes, you can be chill and lazy for a bit, but be mindful so you don't wind up looking like a whack a mole. We head around to the back of the Inn to drop in, it's fairly easy, and then off we go. It might have been hot out, but seriously thankful for those strong mesh bottoms for a pool of cool water you sit in. The booties came in very handy when finally dismounting from the tubes and tread through some rocky and slippery areas to shore. If you miss the first yellow marker, there is a second one. You can literally just hang at the picnic tables there instead of walking up to the parking lot and overheating into combustion. Someone will meet you about an hour from your departure to pick you up and bring you back on the shuttle (spaced apart from other guests). read more

Our guide Wyatt was fantastic--very experienced and knowledgeable about rafting, the river, the area, etc. The whole experience from registering to the snack at the end of the trip was great. It was my teenage son's first time river rafting and he had a blast! We'll definitely do another trip with them if we are out this way again. read more

This was great, I will be back next year to do one of the higher classes. This was alot of fun, guides were great and informative.

We loved our rafting trip in the lower Methow this past weekend. I was negative Nellie before the trip. The weather was a little rainy. I was wondering if it was going to be cold. But Methow Rafting had us covered with the proper gear. It was awesome. The safety briefing was spot on. I cannot say enough good things about our guides, Wyatt and Farmer. They were the perfect combination of fun, humor, nature guide and safety gurus. I felt super comfortable with my 8 and 11yo's on this trip. Thank you!!! read more

Jason and Anni were excellent guides! I've done a bunch of river trips and they did a great job keeping everyone safe and having a good time. The lower Methow half day trip is an excellent introduction to river rafting. read more

AMAZING EXPERIENCE! Our guides, Elise and Peaches, were incredible. They thoroughly went through all the safety protocols, were very experienced with the river, and chatted us up about the river and animals. The equipment seemed almost brand new. We jumped in the river a several places. We ate a snack while relaxing on a sand bar. We'll be back next summer! read more

Our group of 12 (6 adults and 6 kids) had N absolute blast! The guide was delightful, answered questions with a smile, and gave clear directions. Our 7 year olds thought it was the best experience ever. "That was EPIC, Auntie!" Plus, they loved the bus ride back to the barn! read more

We go on a rafting trip with Methow Rafting every year! We love them, the guides are fantastic, the rides are a hoot, they are very knowledgeable about reading rivers and the environment and they pick awesome lines based on the riders experience. We love them all, especially Jason. This year we had Willie, and we love him too. We also love Dylan and every employee who works there. See ya next year, love, Molly and Graham read more

In the voice of my six year old: I liked river rafting cause the guides made it super fun to go rafting. read more

I have been on several rafting trips in my lifetime and this one was by far the best. What an amazing crew! The view is beyond beautiful, we were doused and laughing and carrying on. Elise is an incredible guide. She is so even-keeled and a really effective communicator from when she gets you on the water all the way through calmly shouting, "Keep paddling!" during the spin cycle. Thank you Methow Rafting for guiding us through an experience that will give us a lifetime of memories. Thanks for the soaking! We loved it! (Also, the spray jackets REALLY work. My husband hates cold water and it kept him warm and dry!) read more

We had a fabulous time. The river was low so only class 2 but we got to swim float the Rapids & had a blast!! Thanks to our guide, Dillon!! read more

Excellent outfit, very safety conscious, noteworthy customer service. They provide a fun and exhilarating rafting experience for families and singles. read more

You're going to get wet and you're going to have fun. All five of us agreed it was a do again adventure. Thank you Method Rafting crew. You Rock. read more

Went on a scenic raft tour last weekend and it was super fun! Our guide, Sean, was funny and knowledgeable about the area and the driver, Brandon, was really friendly. Even though we got rained on it was still a beautiful raft trip and everything went seamlessly plus we got to ride in an old-school bus!. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for something fun to do in the Methow valley. read more

It was a great experience with young kids. Our guide made sure we all are having fun.

Fantastic experience with Methow Rafting! they helped us choose the right trip for our 3-generation group (the Lower Methow), and our guides, Elise and Wyatt, were fantastic--made the whole day fun, including the opportunity to jump off a cliff, and swim during our snack break. read more

Wyatt was our guide and she was awesome!!! This is a fantastic rafting company with fun-loving, experienced guides. An absolute must if you're in the area! read more

What a glorious day on the river with Methow Rafting! We booked a Black Canyon trip for early June, and the conditions were ideal: warm weather, cool water, and lots of splashy rapids without being too challenging. Our guide, Farmer, was awesome and made it fun and safe for all, including the kids in the boat, who had an absolute blast. The half-day trip was the perfect length, with a nice snack break halfway. Highly recommend! read more

Fantastic experience! Dylan runs a first class operation. He creates a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere but clearly is focused on safety. Our guide, Farmer, was skilled at both maneuvering the boat and assessing the paddlers' status as we went through various rapids. This is a great way to have fun and see the beautiful Methow from a different perspective. We will be coming back for another trip later in the season. read more

friendly, knowledgeable, quick rapport, and great snacks! smooth check in, gear up, and transport from point to point. it was a fantastic trip!! read more

We had a blast floating the river in their inner tubes in mid-August. Our group ranged from age 12 to mid-50's. The tubes are really sturdy and you are fitted with a life jacket before you go, so we felt very safe. The river was getting low, so we had to walk over rocks occasionally and lift our butts over the 'rapids'. But it was super fun. Next year, we will go a little earlier in the season. It will definitely be a new yearly tradition for us. Thank you!! :) read more

Awesome owner and excellent experience on the river. Dylan's manners are excellent. His business acumen is also spot on. Highly recommend this company for a kayak day rendezvous. read more

We took a River rafting family excursion with methow rafting and it was was outstanding. Our group included my 9 and 11 year old niece and nephew who my brother told me keep alive. Our guide, Nick, was a steady and safe leader, and I never felt worried. Everyone loved experiencing the River and learning about the natural world around it. We'll likely come again the next time we are in the area. read more

My son (9) and I did the 2 hour tour and had a fantastic time! Elise was our guide and did a great job making us feel comfortable and telling us all about the river and wildlife. Awesome way to spend our morning! read more

Great, fun, complete pros. Had a rafting reservation mix-up; Brandon could not have been more accommodating, re-scheduling on short notice. Ended up on a two-person scenic raft trip with Jason. Jason is a total pro, lives for and loves moving water around the world. Methow River Raft is lucky to have him. Skilled, chill, safe, and fun, I had an amazing experience last week thanks to these guys. Keep up the great work! read more

Before the ride, you get a thorough safety orientation. The rafts allow from 6-8 persons. There were 2 rafts, which allowed for a more personalized custom-made ride. Our guide, Dylan, answered questions with topics ranging from ornithology to flora. The lunch was healthy AND delicious! Everyone was so pleased, we wanted to know where we could later on buy more of the same sandwiches. What a marvelous ride it was!!! We couldn't stop laughing. It was an unforgettable fun-filled phenomenal ride. I know when my kids are in their 90's, they'll still laugh over the memory of this water rafting trip their mother took them to enjoy! Thank you, Chris, John, and our guide, Dylan (you're the man!). Thank you for making the Mother Team seem fun and allowing us to score some points with our children! It was extraordinary! read more

The owner Dylan was great. We booked the day before and were not sure we would get a trip in, he was so flexible and made the trip happen. I took my two nephews and they had an amazing first experience rafting. I highly recommend them. We come to Winthrop every year and have a new tradition now! Thanks Dylan and your great crew! read more

What a great experience. Everyone in the company clearly had the goal of matching our wishes to the experience. We were on a 3-day retreat with a volunteer environmental group. We had done some hiking but we wanted to spend some time on the Methow River. We are mostly inexperienced rafters in our 60s and 70s. The afternoon trip was just perfect and we had full confidence that our raft "pilots", Nick and Sirya(?) would get us safely down the river. They did it with aplomb! So fun and informative. DO. IT! read more

We had a great time tubing today. Life jackets and river booties come with the rental and are essential. Elise and Derek were friendly and helpful and Elise helped teach us how to manage the tubes. We decided to go twice and were picked up promptly both times. read more

My wife and I booked a kayak trip down the Methow after several rafting trips with other companies. We were excited to try our hand at kayaking; smaller watercraft, individually responsible, agile. We met at the take out point and were shuttled up to our put in. Our guide was Ian and he was quite a professional. We felt like he understood that we were excited to kayak but also anxious. We had a great trip riding through some excellent whitewater! I recommend Methow Raft and Kayak highly. read more

Had a great float on the Methow River a couple day's ago with Shia and his guides. We had a family group of 17 people that ranged in age from 3-76. Its hard to find activities that such a wide range of ages can enjoy but floating the river with this River Outfitter was perfect. The Kayaks were in very good shape and so were the helmets, life vests and river booties. They made sure that everyone in our group had equipment that fit. Good safety instructions before we launched and the guides were very attentive on our float but were not nagging or bossy. Next summer we will be going on this trip again, for sure. read more