White Wolf Rafting
Canmore, Alberta

RAPID CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

A Rapid Guide is an international scale that rates individual rapids from class 1 (easy) to class 6 (nearly impossible) is used in all our river descriptions. A rapid may vary in terms of time from just a few seconds to 20 seconds or more.

Please remember that this scale is subjective and is only a guideline. Rapids can change in difficulty throughout each month based on a number of variables. It is best to speak with one of our knowledgeable representatives to discuss river levels at the time of your visit to ensure you are selecting the best experience possible.

Grade 1 Rapid

Gentle, moving water. Very small waves requiring little or no maneuvering.

Grade 2 Rapid

Regular waves, easy to see, may reach 3 to 4 feet in height. Avoiding rocks, river bends or other obstacles may require simple maneuvering.

Grade 3 Rapid

Large, continuous series or sets of waves, some in excess of 6 feet. “Holes” or “hydraulics” may be present, and can be run or avoided. Small drops, ledges or waterfalls may be present. Scouting the rapids is suggested for all but the most experienced of river persons.

Grade 4 Rapid

Confused and erratic waves or holes. Large obstructions need to be avoided in what are referred to as “must moves.” Risk of injury if swimming without benefit of a raft! Very difficult and scouting is required.

Grade 5 Rapid

For most people, class 5 goes off the “fun” scale and enters the “kinda scary” scale! Very challenging for even the most experienced river persons. High risk of capsize or injury. Limit of navigation and scouting is essential.

Grade 6 Rapid

Virtually non-navigable, or navigable only at particularly favorable river levels.

River Raft Tours

   Very professional and super fun! Our guide Benny was a blast. He was fantastic with the kids in the raft and full of fun with the adults. He made our... read more experience excellent. There was time to float in the river, surf with the raft and play in the rapids. We chose this company as we had gone dog sledding in winter with them and it was amazing. … 
disney1972
August 23, 2021 
   Fantastic experience. We went in our own raft with people aged 10 to 66 years old and each one of us had a great time. From start to finish it... read more was great. We had time to swim, hang off the bridge, and recived snacks at the end. The photo USB was a huge bonus!!!! 
Tara
June 1, 2021 
   White Wolf rafting was an amazing experience for me and my friend. Was a bit scared going into it but our guide Will was excellent and made the whole experience... read more great! 100% would recomend 
notactuallyleodicapz
August 9, 2019 

   We had a great family rafting experience. The guides were professional and fun and the views were fantastic. Highly recommend. 
S M
July 7, 2022 
   Amazing tour. Guide Will was super funny and excellent at his job. He had tons of interesting stories for us and made us feel safe during the tour 
Fx Simard
July 8, 2021 
   Together with 7 family members, I had my first white water rafting experience on June 26th, 2022. It was GREAT, so much fun! Our guide, Benny was absolutely amazing... read more - can't say enough about this individual. There were different comfort levels amongst the group and Benny picked up on this immediately. He was so respectful of everyone in the raft. It was a fantastic experience for everyone and I would highly recommend the 2-3 grade rapids to anyone who has never tried before. Our group ages range from 23 to 66 years old...something for everyone! Thank you WWR and Benny!! 
2007Sentra
June 28, 2022 

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109-829 10TH STREET,
CANMORE, AB, CANADA
INFO@WHITEWOLFRAFTING.COM
403-675-0632

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RAPID CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

A Rapid Guide is an international scale that rates individual rapids from class 1 (easy) to class 6 (nearly impossible) is used in all our river descriptions. A rapid may vary in terms of time from just a few seconds to 20 seconds or more.

Please remember that this scale is subjective and is only a guideline. Rapids can change in difficulty throughout each month based on a number of variables. It is best to speak with one of our knowledgeable representatives to discuss river levels at the time of your visit to ensure you are selecting the best experience possible.

Grade 1 Rapid

Gentle, moving water. Very small waves requiring little or no maneuvering.

Grade 2 Rapid

Regular waves, easy to see, may reach 3 to 4 feet in height. Avoiding rocks, river bends or other obstacles may require simple maneuvering.

Grade 3 Rapid

Large, continuous series or sets of waves, some in excess of 6 feet. “Holes” or “hydraulics” may be present, and can be run or avoided. Small drops, ledges or waterfalls may be present. Scouting the rapids is suggested for all but the most experienced of river persons.

Grade 4 Rapid

Confused and erratic waves or holes. Large obstructions need to be avoided in what are referred to as “must moves.” Risk of injury if swimming without benefit of a raft! Very difficult and scouting is required.

Grade 5 Rapid

For most people, class 5 goes off the “fun” scale and enters the “kinda scary” scale! Very challenging for even the most experienced river persons. High risk of capsize or injury. Limit of navigation and scouting is essential.

Grade 6 Rapid

Virtually non-navigable, or navigable only at particularly favorable river levels.

River Raft Tours

   We loved the kananasis river ride with our guide Dean. Plenty of good white water to thrill the kids and plenty of calm time to enjoy the scenery. ... read more Dean kept us entertained with his stories of rafting and animal close encounters from all over the world. Always felt very safe on the river with him, and my 11yr old twin girls LOVED it! 
544shanae
August 4, 2019 
   We had an amazing time on Horseshoe Canyon with Dean, who was amazing! My 19 and 17 year old boys loved the cliff jumping. I highly recommend White Wolf... read more Rafting. They keep their groups small and all of their equipment was brand new. I can’t say enough good things about this group and Horseshoe Canyon!! 
jenbridge
July 31, 2019 
   Very professional and super fun! Our guide Benny was a blast. He was fantastic with the kids in the raft and full of fun with the adults. He made our... read more experience excellent. There was time to float in the river, surf with the raft and play in the rapids. We chose this company as we had gone dog sledding in winter with them and it was amazing. … 
disney1972
August 23, 2021 

   Fantastic experience. We went in our own raft with people aged 10 to 66 years old and each one of us had a great time. From start to finish it... read more was great. We had time to swim, hang off the bridge, and recived snacks at the end. The photo USB was a huge bonus!!!! 
Sunshine60953203812
June 28, 2021 
   Awesome time. Right from going to Canmore to meet the group. Gear was clean and new. Everything fit. You don’t need to take anything because they give... read more you everything. Guide was named Dean. Very knowledgeable and thorough with the safety tips but lots of fun on the river. Got to the river and met the crew who send you off and pick you up. The guys were funny and very knowledgeable. Loved the bus driver he came with a snack and a drink. Could have used a beer. Great group and I would highly recommend this company. 
Lovegord1962
August 12, 2019 
   Dean was our guide, and he was fantastic. With a great passion for the water and rafting, he was engaging and fun for everyone. He treated the kids in a... read more fun way that made them listen and learn. We would highly recommend this activity and Dean as a guide. 
Christopher J
August 27, 2019 

Discover the White Wolf Difference

Why White Wolf?

White Wolf Rafting Canmore, Alberta

RAPID CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

Grade 1 Rapid

Grade 2 Rapid

Grade 3 Rapid

Grade 4 Rapid

Grade 5 Rapid

Grade 6 Rapid

Discover the White Wolf Difference

WHITE WOLF RAFTING INC. 109-829 10TH STREET, CANMORE, AB, CANADA INFO@WHITEWOLFRAFTING.COM 403-675-0632

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White Wolf Rafting

RAPID CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

Grade 1 Rapid

Grade 2 Rapid

Grade 3 Rapid

Grade 4 Rapid

Grade 5 Rapid

Grade 6 Rapid

Discover the White Wolf Difference

WHITE WOLF RAFTING INC. 109-829 10TH STREET, CANMORE, AB, CANADA INFO@WHITEWOLFRAFTING.COM 403-675-0632

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White Wolf Rafting
Canmore, Alberta

WHITE WOLF RAFTING INC.
109-829 10TH STREET,
CANMORE, AB, CANADA
INFO@WHITEWOLFRAFTING.COM
403-675-0632

WHITE WOLF RAFTING INC.
109-829 10TH STREET,
CANMORE, AB, CANADA
INFO@WHITEWOLFRAFTING.COM
403-675-0632