COLORADO SPRINGS / Canon City area Rafting Open April 2010, cum git sum! Bighorn Sheep Canon Rafting - 1/2 Day $53.17/pp Bighorn Sheep Canon Rafting - Full Day $86.80/pp Royal Gorge Rafting - 1/2 Day $69.44/PP Royal Gorge Rafting - Full Day $107.42/PP	Colorado Springs area/ Canon City Rafting

Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting Trip

This trip is so named for the bighorn sheep that live along the river and are often seen grazing or traversing the canyon walls. Deer, hawks, owls and many other varieties of wildlife also live along the river. The majority of this stretch is rated Class II, with about 20 rapids that are rated Class III. It is suitable for both beginners and intermediates, and is the preferred trip for families or groups of varying abilities. It is challenging for those with experience while not being overwhelming for beginners.

Trip Times 8:15 am & 12:45 pm

Half Day Trips: 2 hrs on the river
$53.17/per adult
$41.23/per child (14 & under)

Full Day Trips (includes lunch): 4.5 hrs on the river
$86.80/per adult
$75.95/per child (14 & under)

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Royal Gorge Rafting Trip 

This trip offers the ultimate in advanced whitewater challenge and spectacular scenery as it plunges between the rugged walls of a 1000 foot deep canyon. The Royal Gorge is famous for it's steep drops, huge waves, and continuous Class III and Class IV whitewater. The Royal Gorge trip is for adventuresome guests. During the spring runoff, some sections may be rated Class V or closed to temporarily commercial operations. The Royal Gorge is recommended for individuals over 18 years of age, with swimming ability, and previous rafting experience. The full day Royal Gorge trip starts with a half day warm up on the Class II and Class III stretches above the Royal Gorge. Protective headgear, lifejackets, and wet suits are mandatory in the Royal Gorge and included in the rafting fee.

Guests with previous Class III experience may choose to go through the Royal Gorge with our skilled guide in a self-bailing "paddle raft". Guests with no previous experience may choose an "oar boat" (or the special Cataraft boat) operated and controlled by our professional boatman.  Your boatman/guides have years of experience and are familiar with all phases of the river. They know the geology and history of the area and will entertain you during your trip. They are all CPR and first aid qualified and most have their EMT and River Rescue certification. 

 

Trip Times: 8:15 am & 12:45 pm

Half Day Trips: 2.5 to 3 hours on the river, depending on water flow
$69.44 per adult

Full Day Trips: 4-5 hours on the river, depending on water flow
$107.42/ per adult (includes lunch)

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Clear Creek Rafting Trips Open April 2010

Steep, narrow drops describe the incredible thrills that await you on Clear Creek. Trips take place 30 minutes west of Denver near Idaho Springs, CO and vary in difficulty from Beginner to Expert.

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Our rates include the use of wet suits.   There is a 8.5% river usage fee, the above pricing includes this fee..  Full day river trips also include lunch.  All equipment is high quality and well maintained including self-bailing rafts and Catarafts.  River rafting trips are only available during the summer months. 

Which Trip Should I Choose? -

Canyon City / Arkansas River
First time paddlers and seasoned boaters alike will enjoy the Class III whitewater of the Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Our half day trip will encounter several major rapids; and once you start, the fun doesn’t end until you finish the trip. The full day trip is action-packed with over 20 invigorating rapids. You’ll have ample time to relish the exquisite mountain scenery and enjoy our scrumptious luncheon buffet.

For those wanting the ultimate in whitewater and outstanding scenery, the choice should be the Royal Gorge. The half day trip is a thrill-a-minute expedition for those with paddling experience and on a tight schedule. The full day is nationally known as being one of the Top 10 river runs in the USA. Previous paddling experience is recommended and swimming ability is required for trips through the Royal Gorge.

Departure Times
Meeting times at the Canon City rafting office are at 8:15 am and 12:45 pm. Drive time from Colorado Springs is about 1 hour. 1/2 day trip - 6 hours ... Full day trip - 9 hours

Wetsuit Use
Wetsuits and river booties are included in our package price. The Arkansas River is produced by melting snow and is colder than meandering rivers in other parts of the country. We recommend wetsuits for everyone, which is why we include them in our prices. We don't want guests faced with making a choice before the trip and then being sorry they did not spend extra money for a wetsuit.  (For comparison, other rafting companies charge extra for wetsuits: Farmer John wetsuit $5 half day, $8 full day; paddling jacket $3 half day, $5 full day; wetsuit booties $2 half day, $3 full day.)

Depending on the time of the year, the time of day or other unforeseen circumstances, we are not always able to offer all tours every day. All tours require a minimum number of passengers. We will make every effort to accomodate all guests, but may ask for some flexibility on your part by having alternate days/times available.

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