The Legacy of Noah Hague

Noah Rowing the Rogue Canyon -1968
Noah at company kiosk in Ashland, OR - 1994
Noah at Blossom Bar rapid - 2018
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50 years

0f family, Rivers, and memories

Hello and welcome — we’d love to share a bit of our story with you.


Our journey began in the late 1960s, when my father, Noah Hague, first fell in love with running rivers. He often said the magic of rafting was in “seeing what’s around the next bend.” That sense of wonder sparked what would become a lifelong family passion.

In 1974, Dad founded Noah’s World of Water, launching what would grow into one of Oregon’s most respected Rogue River rafting companies. By 1984, he had moved the business to Ashland, Oregon, building it into the largest outfitting company in the region.

 

After more than three decades on the water, Noah retired in 2006 and split the company in two — giving each branch of the family the opportunity to carry the legacy forward. Bart & Catie Baldwin and Justin Wright took over the Ashland-based side of the business, continuing to run successful half- and one-day rafting trips across several rivers. That same year, my wife Alicia and I purchased the Rogue River Wilderness side of the business — and we’ve been guiding guests through this incredible canyon ever since. We raised our children on the river, just as my parents raised me, and the memories we’ve made here are woven into every rapid, every campsite, and every story we share with our guests.

The photos represent five decades of family and adventure — photos from my own childhood, through our kids’ years growing up in the canyon, and into adulthood. These moments are a reminder that rafting the Wild and Scenic Rogue River isn’t just about the water — it’s about connection, legacy, and shared experience.

Thank you for taking the time to get to know our story. We’d be honored to help you create your own memories on the Rogue River.

Client Testimonials

50 years of delivering quality experiences. 

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Charlot Lender
20:26 16 Sep 24
What an amazing trip! From the moment we arrived to our ridehome, Noah's thought about every detail and attempted to anticipate every need! The guides where some of the hardest working, knowledgeable, funny and thoughtful people that I have met in the service industry. We had a wide range of ages, from early teen to 70's and the trip was perfect for them all. All of the gear, from boats and kayaks to the tents and cots, were in such great condition - I felt spoiled the whole time! The food was amazing, from breakfast in the morning to the amazing meals with ice cream on day 2!! The scenery on the Wild and Scenic is breathtaking, the knowledge and hikes that we got to experience was awesome! I could not recommend this trip more, I would do it every year or more if I could. Thank you Noah's and all the guides that made this an experience that I will never forget!
Milo Smith
14:53 14 Sep 24
Noah's provided us with a camping/lodge trip for my 50th birthday, and it was amazing! All 21 of us on the trip had a great time. We especially enjoyed the interaction with the guides and the quality of the food provided. The camping gear and rafting equipment were top-notch. This is a must-do trip that I can't recommend more highly!
Dana Smith
18:27 12 Sep 24
Noah's Rafting Guides are top notch! They guided us through rapids with skill and confidence while allowing the fun of the adventure seek through. We celebrated a 50th Birthday on the River with a group of 21 friends and family (from kids to grandparents) and everyone in our group can't wait to return. Thank you Tilly, James, T-Bo, Tessa, Ben and Trenton for a trip of a Lifetime!
Dianna
17:55 23 Jul 24
This entire experience was outstanding, from the booking process all the way through the camping/rafting trip itself. This company really is exceptional & I can't wait to enjoy a future trip with them. Hugh does a fantastic job of communicating with his customers and making sure the process is smooth. Launch day was very informative. Safety is a big priority with this company and we certainly appreciated the extra care this team took to ensure that. When it came to the river guides themselves, there was no doubt this company employs the absolute A TEAM ! Very professional and very fun crew! They truly treat you like royalty!
Helen Behr
21:27 07 Jul 24
Incredible experience, especially the guides. We did a four day trip and I couldn't have asked for better service and expertise from the team.
Rose Yates
18:26 05 Jul 24
What a wild and beautiful experience with Noah's Wilderness Adventures! My daughter and 3 grandsons (ages 9-12) and I had a trip of lifetime filled with forever memories. Hugh was very attentive to my concerns about my grandsons' safety, as well the very experienced and knowledgeable guides. We ate and were treated like royalty, my grandsons kayaked the rapids and we were enveloped in spectacular scenery, all the while learning the history of this scenic river. I couldn't recommend Noah's experience higher. Thank you!
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We operate under special use permits with the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest and the Bureau of Land Management. Additionally, we are an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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P.O Box 763 Phoenix, OR 97535

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