Opal Creek Expeditions offers guided backpacking, rafting, and paddle trips for youth, focusing on backcountry skills, confidence, and environmental stewardship.
Summer youth expeditions are available for ages 10-17, with both 4-day and 7-day options in Oregon’s wilderness, and include all group gear and meals.
Programs launch from Salem with shuttle service from Portland, and expeditions take place in various Oregon backcountry locations including the Ochoco, Strawberry, and Elkhorn mountains.
Calling all 10–12 year olds! Get ready for an unforgettable backpacking adventure in the Roaring River Wilderness, Oregon’s newest protected wilderness area, nestled in the Mount Hood National Forest. Explore old-growth forests, sparkling lake basins, rocky peaks, and encounter abundant wildlife, all in the shadow of Oregon’s most iconic mountain. Campers will learn the basics of backpacking on low-mileage days, with plenty of time to swim, laugh, and make memories along the way. This trip is the perfect introduction to the magic of the outdoors for young adventurers ready to explore, play, and discover the beauty of Oregon’s backcountry!
Ages
10-12 yrs
Days
Tue - Fri
Start Time
9:00 AM
Early drop off 7:15 AM
End Time
3:00 PM
Start Date
Jul 28, 2026
End Date
Jul 31, 2026
Ages: 10-14 yrs
Dates: Jul 07, 2026 - Jul 10, 2026
Times: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
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$895
Ages: 11-18 yrs
Dates: Jul 21, 2026 - Jul 24, 2026
Times: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
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$895
Ages: 11-14 yrs
Dates: Jul 28, 2026 - Aug 03, 2026
Times: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
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$1,495
Ages: 11-14 yrs
Dates: Jul 28, 2026 - Aug 03, 2026
Times: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
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$1,495
Ages: 5-10 yrs
Dates: Apr 02, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026
Times: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Closed
$75
Ages: 6-12 yrs
Dates: Apr 02, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Times: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
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$95
Ages: 10-18 yrs
Dates: Apr 02, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026
Times: 04:30 PM - 05:45 PM
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$210
Ages: 6-11 yrs
Dates: Apr 02, 2026 - May 28, 2026
Times: 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
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$190