Also known as the Green River Daily, this Class II section of river is located 7 miles North of Green River, UT/I70 on the southern edge of the Tavaputs Plateau, or Book Cliffs as it is commonly know. River runners looking to surf holes, boof rocks or shoot the big holes will find more excitement (and danger) on nearby Westwater or the Moab daily, both fantastic stretches of river in their own right. Greys Canyon, while it has exciting spots and plenty of adventure, is a package experience best enjoyed idly with family. The river is certainly a large portion of the fun, but the camping, a hot fire, good food, your favorite book and some sand toys for the kids complete this already sweet deal.
Location & Access: Green River is located on I70 in Eastern Utah.
Difficulty: Class II. High water increases the difficulty slightly, but it mostly just makes the holes bigger and more exciting.
Camping: A BLM campground with bathrooms is located at Swaseys rapid on river left. It fills quickly during peak seasons and sites are on a first-come first-serve basis.
Hotel accommodations: Numerous hotels are located in Green River town.
Gas & Groceries: Gas stations/C-Stores are conveniently near both I70 Green River exits. Groceries are available in town. During growing season, an assortment of locally grown fresh produce (primarily melons) are available at numerous fruit stands along main street.
Dining: Rays Tavern has been a River Rat magnet since who knows when. No river trip is complete until you stop there. Ray’s Tavern is in fact a tavern and they serve alcohol, but families and minors can be served in the pavilion outside.
Rays Tavern
25 South Broadway
Green River, UT 84525
435.564.3511
Green River also has a variety of fast food, including a Burger King, Arbies, McDonalds, Subway and much more.
Family Considerations: This area is fantastic for families. Bathrooms, picnic tables, tent pads, fire pits, BBQ grills and a sandy beach make for a kid (and parent!) friendly environment. The beach at Swaseys really is sand…not silt like most desert beaches. Your kids can waste an entire day there digging in the sand. The beach is a popular take-out for river runners, be be courteous and share the real estate. The size of the beach diminishes in high water season.
Other Activities: World-class mountain biking is available 45 minutes south-east of Green River at Moab, Utah. Rock climbing, hiking and Canyoneering and a short distance away in the San Rafael Swell. Buckhorn Wash is one of the most beautiful canyons in Utah and features an improved gravel road.
Local Attractions: San Rafael Swell, John Wesley Powell Museum, Green River State Park
Recommended Guidebooks:
River Runners Guide to Utah by Gary C. Nichols (ISBN 0-87480-725-5) available at The Maple Leaf Company
Whitewater of the Southern Rockies by Stafford & McCutchen (ISBN 978-0-9792644-0-5) available at The Maple Leaf Company
Online Resources:
USGS Real Time Water Data for Green River
Eddyflower
BLM Price Ranger District website
Gear Rentals, Equipment & Additional Information:
The Maple Leaf Company
450 South 50 East
Ephraim, UT 84627
435.340.0442
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