For day hikes and chilly river nights in this International Dark Sky Park, closed toes and a little tread go a long way.

For the less adventurous, its Class II-III trips on the Klamath River are more scenic than white water. Sacramento, (888) 723-8938, https://www.raftwet.com. One-day South Fork trip from $119.

This list applies to any kind of multiday river rafting trip. For even more tips on what to expect on a Grand Canyon rafting trip specifically, see GearJunkie’s guide on What to Know About This ...

The Nantahala River is one river you could raft in North Carolina. Rivers like the French Broad, Nantahala, Nolichucky and Watauga provide a wide array of whitewater rafting options in North Carolina.