Rogue River Jet Boat Tour

Jerry's Rogue Jets runs jet boat trips into the Wild and Scenic Rogue River canyon from Gold Beach, an hour south of Bandon and the most immersive off-course day available from the resort.

The experience

Three route lengths give you 64, 80, or 104 miles of river. The shortest is a three-hour outing; the longest stretches to a full eight hours and reaches sections you can otherwise only access by multi-day hiking trail. Boats run white-water sections, slip past stands of old-growth forest, and put you within sight of bald eagles, ospreys, river otters, and occasionally black bears on the banks. The country is genuine wilderness, and the longer you stay on the water the more remote it feels. The 104-mile route is the strongest pick if you are taking a true rest day during a longer Bandon stay.

Logistics

Tours operate daily from May 1 through October 15, departing 29985 Harbor Way in Gold Beach. The drive from Bandon takes about an hour south on Highway 101. Adult fares run $50 to $95 by route, with optional riverside lodge meals at $8 to $16 extra. Book ahead for the longer routes in July and August. This is a full-day commitment, so do not try to pair it with a morning or afternoon round.