Salt River Rafting trips by the Southwest's whitewater and adventure experts: Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours Salt River Rafting Is Arizona's Best Whitewater just a short drive from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson, and Globe. Experience Arizona's spectacular Salt River Canyon. Paddle through an incredible 2000-foot deep rock canyon as you take on rapids such as "Wall Slammer", "Maytag", "Overboard" and "Mescal Falls". The river drops at over 20 feet per mile as it carves a canyon full of discovery and wilderness. The Upper Sonoran Desert scenery and fun-filled whitewater make this an incredible place, best shared with friends and family.