10 Best River Floating Spots in Utah
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10 Best River Floating Spots in Utah

Discover the 10 best river floating and tubing spots in Utah, from the scenic, family-friendly waters of the Provo River to the iconic desert landscapes of the Colorado and Green Rivers.

Last Updated September 28, 2026

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Provo River

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9.8/10Side Quest
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Approx. 3-5 milesEasy2-3 hours0 ftSummer through early fall

A quintessential Utah summer experience, the Provo River offers cool, refreshing waters and stunning mountain scenery just minutes from Park City and Provo.

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Colorado River (Moab Daily)

9.8/10Side Quest
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Approx. 7 milesModerate4 hours0 ftSpring through fall

Experience the majesty of Moab’s red rock canyons from the water on this iconic stretch of the Colorado River.

8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Virgin River (Zion)

9.5/10Side Quest
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Approx. 2 milesEasy1.5 hours0 ftSummer

Cool off after a hike in Zion National Park by floating the refreshing, crystal-clear waters of the Virgin River.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Weber River

9.3/10Side Quest
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Approx. 4 milesModerate2-3 hours0 ftSummer

Known locally as 'The Weeb,' this river offers a fun, accessible float with mild rapids just an hour from Salt Lake City.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Green River (Gray Canyon)

9.1/10Side Quest
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9 milesModerate4-5 hours0 ftSpring through fall

A spectacular multi-day or day-trip destination, the Green River offers deep canyons and serene, wide-open waters.

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San Juan River

9.0/10Side Quest
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VariesModerateVaries0 ftSpring through fall

Float through history on the San Juan River, where calm waters meet ancient petroglyphs and stunning desert landscapes.

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Logan River

8.7/10Side Quest
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Approx. 3 milesEasy2 hours0 ftEarly summer

A beautiful, winding river in Northern Utah that offers a peaceful escape through the scenic Logan Canyon.

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Jordan River

8.5/10Side Quest
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VariesEasy1-2 hours0 ftSpring through fall

An urban oasis, the Jordan River offers a surprising and accessible floating experience right in the heart of the Salt Lake Valley.

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Oneida Narrows

8.4/10Side Quest
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Approx. 5 milesModerate3 hours0 ftSummer

A fun, slightly more adventurous float near the Idaho border, known for its beautiful scenery and manageable rapids.

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Colorado River (Westwater Canyon)

8.4/10Side Quest
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17 milesStrenuous1-2 days0 ftSpring through fall

For the true adventurer, Westwater Canyon offers world-class whitewater and stunning, remote desert scenery.

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