In addition to our more adventurous sections, we offer trips perfect for beginners, the physically challenged, and families with young children. Just 30 minutes west of Denver, Clear Creek is a steep, narrow, technical river that is both challenging and fun. Nestled in an historic mining valley, beautiful Colorado scenery complements your exciting whitewater adventure. With an average gradient of 67 feet per mile, and over 100 feet per mile on the advanced section, Clear Creek offers more rapids than most commercially rafted rivers in the state. Beginners are thrilled that an entry level trip has this much whitewater.
Intermediate rafters find their trips exhilarating.
Responses like these have helped make the Arkansas River one of the nation's most popular whitewater rafting destinations. Rafters can often catch a glimpse of deer, elk, bighorn sheep, or heron along the banks as they experience world-class whitewater. Marvel at the beauty of the majestic Royal Gorge. You'll find some of Colorado's best whitewater here, deep within this 1000-foot canyon, and a spectacular view of the world's highest suspension bridge. Or, if you are less experienced or have children delight in the rolling waves of Bighorn Sheep Canyon.