A Great 2-Day Whitewater Rafting Trip in Oregon!
Our McKenzie River overnight rafting trip is a 2 day adventure through Oregon’s Wild & Scenic river corridor. This overnight rafting experience lets you explore both the upper and lower sections of the McKenzie River, with a relaxing riverside camp between days. Day one follows our classic full-day rafting route, while the evening is spent at a scenic campsite where everything is prepared for you. Choose between a traditional riverside camp or an upgraded stay at Belknap Hot Springs Lodge, featuring hot showers, indoor restrooms, and soaking pools.
McKenzie River Overnight Rafting Trip Details
- A Top-to-Bottom McKenzie Experience: Combine the Upper and Lower McKenzie for the most complete, immersive way to experience this iconic river corridor.
- Two Rivers in One Trip: Lively Upper McKenzie whitewater paired with the Lower McKenzie’s calmer beauty, swim spots, and playful rapids.
- Signature Lower McKenzie Features: Enjoy classics like Martins Rapid, Clover Point, and Browns Hole, plus great swimming and jumping-rock sections.
- Calm When You Want It, Excitement When You Don’t: The Lower is generally more relaxed than the Upper, but still delivers exhilarating moments.
- Optional Inflatable Kayaks: Upgrade the adventure with inflatable kayaks on the Lower McKenzie (conditions dependent).
- All-Inclusive Basecamp Comfort: We set camp for you with cots and sleeping pads, creating a comfortable, low-stress overnight.
- Chef-Driven, Course-Style Meals: From lunch and river snacks to hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dessert, breakfast, and final-day lunch. Thoughtfully prepared, high quality, and locally sourced when possible.
- Evening Options, Not Obligations: Waterfall hikes, games and relaxed camp time.
- Old-Growth Forest Setting: Basecamp typically sits beneath a canopy of towering evergreens for a true Wild & Scenic feel.
- Limited to 20 Guests: Small groups, premium pacing, and a more personalized experience.
Which McKenzie trip is right for you?
The 2-day overnight is for guests who want the fullest McKenzie trip we offer. With two days on the river, a fully supported overnight camp, great meals, and time to experience both the upper and lower McKenzie, it is our most immersive river trip on this watershed.
For most guests, the half-day trip is the best place to start. It is our most popular option for a reason: plenty of whitewater, beautiful scenery, and an easy fit for families, first-time rafters, and anyone wanting a fun, well-run McKenzie trip.
The full-day trip is a great choice for guests who want more river time, a riverside lunch, and a longer one-day experience without committing to an overnight.
McKenzie Half Day Trip
Our most popular option for families and first-timers, offered twice daily, approx. 14 miles. All gear included.
McKenzie Full Day Trip
Approx. 22 miles, more scenery, and a premium riverside lunch. All gear included.
Meeting Location & Time
Trips meet at our kiosk at the Christian church in McKenzie Bridge (open in maps), unless special arrangements have been made to be picked up at Belknap Hot Springs or other custom locations. It is a short 50-minute drive from either Eugene /Springfield & Sisters / Bend, Oregon. The trips are approximately 20 to 22 river miles long on day one and roughly 16-18 miles on the second day, depending on water levels.
Camps are often at group sites within campgrounds or along the riverbank, this also depends on the time of year and availability since sites are in high demand. We are also willing to customize overnight trips to fit your schedule and needs, so call us today with your ideas!
Itinerary
After a thrilling first day on the river, you’ll arrive at camp and be able to sit around the fire and relax, read a book, fly-fish, go for a nature walk or play cards while your guides prepare you a gourmet dinner. All of your gear will be awaiting your arrival, and tents and camp will be fully assembled when you arrive. The next day, awake to hot tea or coffee and a hearty breakfast. After enjoying your morning meal, we will start a new adventure on the lower section of the river for another day of beautiful scenery and exciting rapids. Don’t worry about packing up your tents or breaking down camp, your guides will do this for you.
Camp Worry-Free
One of the great things about these overnight trips is that you don’t have to worry about not having your tent or sleeping gear with you because we can provide all of these things for you. We supply tents, sleeping bags (there is $35 per bag cleaning / sanitizing fee), cots, sleeping pads, chairs, hand-washing station and all the kitchen accessories you will need for a first rate overnight trip. A comprehensive list of camping gear, needs and personal packlists will be provided at the time of booking.
**Due to the high overhead with overnights, a 5 person minimum or equivalent price is needed. This is a total number of guest not per group, we will combine groups to make trips possible.**
Trip Includes
PADDLING GEAR: We provide all necessary paddling gear free of charge. We offer splash tops (a nylon top with neoprene wrists and neck cuffs), wet suits, neoprene booties and dry bags for items you want to bring with on the river with you. These items are provided automatically on cooler days, please request if desired for warmer trips.
MEALS: The two day McKenzie adventure includes wonderful and hearty meals from lunch on your first day through lunch on your last day. Delicious meals are served and prepared by your guides right on the riverbank, many of our guides are even gourmet chefs! High Country Expeditions prides itself on serving amazing and scrumptious meals.
Why Raft with High Country Expeditions?
High Country Expeditions has been guiding Oregon rivers since 1999. From the lush, forested beauty of the Upper McKenzie river to the warm high-desert canyons of the Deschutes river and the rugged, wild character of the Upper Klamath, we offer all-inclusive rafting trips with top-tier gear, experienced guides, and exceptional riverside meals. As a locally owned, founder-led outfitter based in Central Oregon, we design every trip to be safe, seamless, and truly memorable.
Your Trip, Designed Around You
From family rafting trips and multi-day adventures to group getaways, weddings, and company retreats, we build river experiences around your group. Whether you are planning a fun whitewater day on the Upper McKenzie, a sunny high-desert canyon trip on the Deschutes, or an exhilarating trip on the dam-free Upper Klamath, our team handles the details so you can focus on the river.
Notes on Pricing
• Federal land use & carbon fees are added at booking ($5 per guest on day trips; $30 on multi-day trips and courses).
• Group and return guest discounts available.
• Youth rates apply to guests 12 and under.
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