A Brief History Of The Kicking Horse River

This curiously named world famous waterway in southeastern BC got it's moniker when James Hector, a member of the Palliser Expedition was kicked by his horse while discovering the river in 1858.

Fed from Wapta Lake in Yoho National Park, the Kicking Horse River has three different waterfalls along it's path.

The first is called the Kicking Horse Cascade just below Wapta Lake. The second is the Natural Bridge Falls situated near Field, BC. The third and biggest waterfall along the river is the Wapta Falls, renowned as one of the largest in Canada.

The Kicking Horse River is also made famous for it's fantastic White Water Rafting brought to you by Alpine Rafting, based out of Golden, BC.

Want to learn more about the History of the Kicking Horse River?

Valentine's Day Specials

Alpine Rafting Valentine's Day Specials

We're sure our eye popping candy red rafts and gear will make a splash this Valentine's Day. although it's a far cry from roses - but definitely more fun!

We'll get you started...
25% off All Adventures and Gift Cards*. Simply enter promo code "valentine" when booking online.

View the Valentine's Day Specials Page Here.

*This offer is available until Feb 14th 2009, and is not combinable with other discounts.

'09 Guide Season Line-up Taking Shape

Ever wonder what the guides of the Kicking Horse River do in the winter months? Some of them raise families or purse their 'real jobs', while other chase an endless summer of whitewater around the globe.

Want to know what Kicking Horse River Guides are up to over the winter months? Check out our Alpine Rafting Exceptional Guide Profiles.

We are also pleased to announce that most of our guides are returning for the 2009 season, including Ryan, our River Manager.