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    Hellgate Jetboat Excursions

    4.5 (298 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    G G.

    This was our third time on your Jet-boats we had an amazing time! Our pilot was fun, informative and just really cool!! It was hella hot and he knew what to do "get us wet"! Awesome experience the food has improved and all 9 of us were pleased!!

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    Sheri B.

    The Hellgate Jetboat excursion was a perfect way to start a 11 day road trip. The captain was engaging and fun. I highly recommend the brunch excursion. The food was perfect and we ate outdoors at a beautiful setting. I highly recommend!

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    Jason C.

    Not out 1st Hellgate Jetboat Excursion trip, but might be our last for a special event. Pro Tip: Since the boat ride is the major attraction, avoid the meal options so you're not disappointed by the low level quality of food and simple service. I know their staff work super hard, but they're missing on the organization and timing of seating and serving. Decided to take our Moms to Mother's Day brunch since it's been a few years from our last Hellgate trip. We quickly noticed the online waiver system was clunky and lacked the basic necessity of user friendliness. Quick tip to the HJE tech team: embrace an app like open table or similar to streamline and simplify things. The ride was solid. Guide was helpful, knowledgeable and fun. We were able to see a handful of bald eagles along the way, which is always awesome. Upon docking at the restaurant we were given roughly 1 hr 15 mins to dine and instructed to be back at the boat by 12:30 to head out. Short walk up the big hill to the restaurant, we are pleasantly greeted by the hostess who can't find our reservation, nor names. They scramble to accommodate and set up a table for our group of 8 (3 moms, 1 of which is her 1st HJE trip). Other groups that were sat near us seemed to have experienced the same FUBAR in reservation errors. Food was slow to come out. Biscuits and gravy were cold by the time the potatoes arrived which were cold by the time the bacon and sausage arrived. We finally had all the meal in front of us a mere 25 mins before our departure. Meanwhile a table across from us had everything at once while another table next to us was lacking like ours was. I get that it's the 1st major service of the year for them, but working out the kinks on Mother's Day is not a great plan... not for setting your staff up for success nor for repeat business based on the experience. Had we avoided the meal service entirely this would've been a near flawless trip (barring the online waiver, QR codes, etc).

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    Krishna C.

    Ian absolutely loved this jetboat excursion. This was the highlight of his Oregon road trip. -Park at the Hellgate lot. -Check-in inside Hellgate. -There are clear instructions on where to walk to. -Line up at the loading area. Boarding begins promptly at your scheduled slot. If possible try to score a seat at the side of the boat. It greatly increases your chances of getting wet!! What to expect: -Breathtaking scenery. -Gorgeous estates/mansions along the river. -Lots of Flora, Fauna & GP history/education. -Great story telling by the captain. Donnie was hilarious! -Adventurous boat ride. Thrilling to say the least. Expect to get wet!! -Dinner is served at the River Lodge. Brisket was A M A Z I N G!!! Roasted vegetables made me think I was eating healthy. *Laughs* Churro was a nice touch. Drinks were strong! Hellgate River Cruise is a MUST do if you are visiting Southern Oregon. Great adventure for families!

    Fun fun fun! 10 out of 10!! Great day on the river Tour guide was awesome food was amazing and everyone had fun

    We saw two Eagles in this tree.
    Tamara H.

    My family, myself, and two friends went yesterday and I was the only second timer. I had such a great time and so much better than the first time, not just because I got to see my family's reactions, but because I got absolutely drenched. The sixth row is incredible. The driver was doing hard stops and of course, the awesome, fun 360 degree turns. It was the greatest time I've had since May when I experienced it for the first time. I hope I can go one more time before the season ends. I'm addicted. This time, I went for dinner at the Hellgate River Lodge. The boat dropped us off for a delicious dinner of barbecued ribs and chicken, au-gratin potatoes, cornbread, biscuits, salad, and a heavenly apple granola cup for dessert. After dinner, it was back to the dock and in the boat for more incredible fun. It was for my sister's birthday, and there was a total of four women celebrating their birthdays onboard. Everyone on board sang Happy Birthday. Best. Day. Ever. Thank you to all of the staff, especially our driver of the Chinook 2. Thank you from the McGee family!!

    On jet boat heading down river.

    What a fun experience for all ages. HOWEVER YOU DO GET WET! So fun! Highly recommend this adventure! We have done the 1-hour excursion and the dinner excursion. Wow! Dinner is outstanding! All You can eat salad, ribs, chicken, vegetables, potatoes and apple chrisp with whip cream. Great service very accommodating with food allergies. It is family style on large tables that is all you can eat and drink. Great experience for a family, reunion, business event, or a date. The facility is immaculate, beautiful setting.

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    The Jetboat was so much fun and Inside the Hellgate Jetboat excursions it was Expensive Stuff but I get one thing so yah

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    Fun, fun, fun! My party of 6 had such a great adventure on the Hellgate Jetboat. Thank you for a very exciting afternoon!

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    Ask the Community - Hellgate Jetboat Excursions

    Where exactly is the loading dock once you check-in at the office on 6th St.?

    The loading dock is very close by, right near their restaurant.

    Where is the best place to sit?

    Near the front you get splashed the most and it's way more fun

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