Rafting permit applications for the Upper Salt River Canyon Wilderness are ready to be printed from the Tonto National Forest's web site. They can also be obtained by calling the Globe Ranger District at (928) 402-6200. Instructions for applying are included in the application packets. The application deadline is Jan. 15th, 2008.
A Forest Service permit is required from March 1st - May 15th of each year to raft that portion of the river which flows through the Upper Salt River Canyon Wilderness. The segment of the river under the permit system starts approx. 20 miles downstream from the traditional put-in point at First Campground on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation.
The White Mountain Apache Tribe requires a recreation permit throughout the year for boating on the reservation. For more information regarding tribal permits and regulations call (928) 338-4385.