Rafting the Colorado River was one of the highlights of our two week trip to southeast Utah and western Colorado. Even if we didn\'t attempt the world class rapids at Westwater or Cataract canyons. The slow float in Castle Valley, northeast of Moab, is perfect for novice rafters and families traveling with younger children. The rapids, Class I and Class II, provide a thrill, especially when navigated in an inflatable kayak. The guides at Moab Adventure Center provide the rest. A safe environment and good kid fun. Swimming, water fights and a paddle for each small hand ensured all of the kids in our raft were smiling from ear to ear and that none of them fell in, except when they jumped.