Nisqually River

Scenic Rafting

Nisqually Land Trust Event

The river is fed from the Nisqually Glacier on the southern side of Mt. Rainier.  This is a special trip we do in coordination with the Nisqually Land Trust once a year the last weekend in July. Guests are granted access to a private launch into the river next to Nisqually State Park. 

Nisqually River
Scenic Rafting

• Season:  July 28-29th 2023
• Class/Difficulty: Class 1 / Beginner
• Ages: 5+ 
• Duration/Length: 4 hours / 8 miles
• Gear provided? Yes. No extra charge!
• Price Range:  $125-$150 
• Meeting location: Yelm, WA 
• Meeting times: 9am

Current River Conditions
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Trip Description:

 The trips done on the Nisqually River are done in coordination with the Nisqually Land Trust.  Guests are given special access to the upper section of the river putting in at the confluence of the Mashel river just below Nisqually State Park.  Tickets and registration for this event can be found at Nisqually River Float Trip.

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How to Prepare

We’ll provide all the necessary equipment and gear, but here’s what you should wear and bring with you.

What to bring

Hot weather

  • Bathing suit, or light weight clothes
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses

Cold weather

  • Thin, non-cotton base layer
  • Wool socks
  • Water bottle

What we provide

All Weather, some optional

  • Personal Flotation Device
  • Shuttles To & From river
  • Rafts & paddles
  • River Guide(s)

Other preparations

Tips & Downloads

  • Do not bring anything on the river that you are not willing to lose forever. It is not recommended to bring cell phones, wedding rings, extra baggage, dangly jewelry, etc.
  • Waiver Form: Please click the button below to sign your waiver form in advance which will speed up your check-in process. You can also download a copy to print and sign if preferred but you must bring it with you. A Waiver Form must be completed by every person, and signed by a parent or a guardian for anyone under 18, who rafts with Alpine Adventures.
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Download Waiver Form

Please Note:  Rafting and outdoor recreational activities involve risk; participants must read and sign the “Release of Liability” waiver linked to above.  If the water on the scheduled river is too high to be safely run on the day of your trip we reserve the right to: change rivers, re-schedule another day, or cancel the trip (with 100% refund).

Refund Policy:  A 100% refund can be processed if you cancel at least 30 days in advance.  A 50% refund can be processed if you cancel 10-29 days in advance.  No refund will be processed if you cancel less than 10 days prior to your trip or don’t show up on the day of your trip.  If fewer people show up for the trip than spaces were reserved, you will be held accountable for all reserved spots.  We raft rain or shine.