Cam Yates
Job Title
Professional River Guide
Pronouns
He/Him/His
Destinations
Utah
With OARS Since
2021
Hometown
Moab, UT
Current Location
Moab, UT
Offseason Gig
Leisurely Travel
About me
When I'm not guiding, I stay busy climbing big rocks, professionally fire spinning at music festivals, and private boating with my friends.
The Best Part of My Job
The two things I love most about my job are the crew I work with and getting to run huge waves in Cataract Canyon.
How I found OARS
I worked at a few companies in Moab and decided OARS offered the best opportunities for me, especially opportunities to row high water in Cataract Canyon.
My Favorite Spot on the River/Outdoors
Currently, my favorite spot on the river is Gypsum Rapid, and getting to be among the first people to run this huge rapid that was buried below the lake.
My Fun Fact
I'm the 7th generation in my family from Moab.
Meet me on these adventures
Westwater Canyon Rafting
Location:
Utah
Adventure Level:
Moderate
Minimum Age:
12 (16 during high water)
Yampa River Rafting
Location:
Colorado & Utah
Adventure Level:
Moderately Challenging
Minimum Age:
7 (10 - 12 during high water)
Green River Rafting through the Gates of Lodore
Location:
Utah & Colorado
Adventure Level:
Moderate
Minimum Age:
7 (10 - 12 during high water)