The American Southwest is the

perfect place for watersports,

offering fun for every member of

the family.

A refreshing dip in a lake or river is

the perfect respite from hot, dry

desert conditions.

We’ll take a look at some of the

many watersports your family can

look forward to on your next

vacation in the Southwestern U.S.

For an experience unlike any other,

nothing compares to river rafting on

the Colorado River through the

Grand Canyon.

A Grand Canyon tour down the

Colorado River on a motorized boat is

the perfect adventure for the whole

family, allowing everyone to soak in

the scenery and capture amazing

photos.

Those looking for a longer adventure

can take a multi-day rafting trip,

camping under the stars each night.

Kayaking is a fun activity for

people of all skill levels.

Experienced kayakers will love the

rapids on rivers like the Colorado,

while less experienced kayakers

will enjoy paddling along a gently

flowing river or around a lake.

Popular places to kayak in the

Southwest:

• Lake Mead, Arizona

• Navajo Lake, New Mexico

• Colorado River, Arizona

• Truckee River, Nevada

An increasingly popular activity,

stand-up paddle boarding is the

closest you’ll ever come to

“standing on water.”

Anyone can paddle board, but it

requires core strength and balance.

Give paddle boarding a try during

your trip through the Southwest!

Where to paddle board:

Lakes are ideal places for beginners,

since the water is calm and flat.

For thrill seekers, jet skiing is an exhilarating ride.

Feel the wind in your hair and the spray on your

face as you race across the water!

Popular jet skiing spots:

• Lake Powell, Arizona

• Lake Pleasant, Arizona

A half-day inner tube float down

the river is a fun, relaxing

activity, but parents be warned:

this may be an adults-only

activity.

Things can get a rowdy out on

the river, especially on big

holiday weekends, so make sure

to choose kid-friendly spots.

Popular spots for inner tubing:

• Salt River, Arizona

• Colorado River, Colorado

Speed boats can skim

the water at impressive

speeds—some, up to

100mph or more!

One of the most

popular locations for

speed boating is Lake

Havasu in Arizona, as

there are no speed

restrictions on the lake.

Hold on to your hats

and get ready for the

ride of a lifetime!

Parasailing gives you an incredible

bird’s-eye view.

Parasailing involves being towed by

a boat while attached to a harness

and parachute. As the boat speeds

up, you’ll slowly lift off for a

smooth, exhilarating ride.

Popular parasailing spots:

• Lake Havasu, Arizona

• Colorado River, Arizona

• Lake Tahoe, Nevada

Scenic Airlines is the largest and most experienced aerial tour operator in the world,

specializing in charter Grand Canyon airplane tours. Scenic has pioneered the aerial

sightseeing industry since it began tours in 1967. Scenic offers over 20 unique tours varying

from easy and relaxed to adventure expeditions. Tours range from a one-hour, air-only

sightseeing flight, to a three-day, two-night program throughout the Southwest. Visit

www.scenic.com for tour information or call (800) 634-6801.