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Vail / Eagle Valley

Whitewater at it's best! Vail has a variety of whitewater rafting opportunities ranging from mild to wild.
Located approximately 2 hours west of Denver along the I-70 corridor this area has some of Colorado's most accessible rivers. You can choose from the Colorado, Eagle and Arkansas Rivers with their class II-IV and even class V whitewater.
The Colorado River

Certainly the West's most famous river is the Colorado. The Colorado comes alive high up along the Continental Divide and begins it's 1,440 mile journey through 3 states before ending at the Gulf of Califonia.

Rating descriptions
 Upper Colorado   Class l-ll
Great for young families and mixed groups! Remote, peaceful stretch of river.

Minimum weight: 22 lbs.
¾ Day LUNCH
Adult: $ 76.50
Kids: $66.50
Youth: $30.50
Rating descriptions
 Shoshone Rapids   Class ll-lll
Fun rapids through spectacular Glenwood Canyon. Towering walls.
½ Day AM LUNCH
Adult: $ 89.50
Kids: $79.50
Family Pack (4): $304.00
(5 minimum age depending on flows)

½ Day PM SNACK
Adult: $ 84.50
Kids: $74.50
(5 minimum age depending on flows)

**3-PEAT** Nothing but action! Run the 2-mile section of rapids 3 times!

½ Day PM SNACK
Adult: $ 89.50 (13 minimum age)
Gore Canyon    Class V

Considered one of the TOP 3 Most Difficult commercial runs in the United States.

(Season is August to September)
Full Day Lunch
Adult: $ 128.00 (18 minimum age)

Previous Class V experience is a must. Guests are swim tested and taught special safety skills before entering the canyon.

Rafting near Vail, Colorado









Gore Canyon image courtesy of AGS
Eagle River is minutes from Vail and Beaver Creek Colorado
The Eagle River

Unlike is western counter-parts the Eagle River is not dam controlled therefore the Eagle demonstrates the classic mood swings of Spring. Raging levels from snow melt spills from the Divide in early June and then mellowing in mid to late summer.

 Dowd Chute   Class IV

Continuous rapids on our high altitude alpine river. Action-packed! Only 10 minutes away from Vail and Beaver Creek.

For physically fit experienced rafters 16 years and older.
½ Day AM
Adult: $ 76.50 (16 minimum age)
½ Day PM
Adult: $ 76.50 (16 minimum age)
Middle Eagle   Class III(+)

Great intermediate run for first timers wanting a fun family raft trip. Continuous rapids.

Minimum age varies with water levels.
½ Day AM
Adult: $ 76.50
½ Day PM
Adult: $ 76.50
(13 minimum age depending on flows)
Lower Eagle   Class II-III

Great intro for first timers with a sense of adventure. Lively rapids.

Minimum age varies with water levels.
½ Day AM
Adult: $ 76.50
Kids: $66.50
½ Day PM
Adult: $ 76.50
Kids: $66.50
(5 minimum age depending on flows)
The Arkansas River

The Arkansas is considered the nation's most popular whitewater destination by visitors to the state. More than 100 boatable miles of whitewater, the Arkansas hosting over 250,000 rafters each year. With ease of accessibility and huge range of ability level you'll soon see why the Arkansas is one of the States hot spots for summer vacationers.

Brown's Canyon   Class III

Beautiful, rocky canyon with pool-drop rapids. Widow maker, Zoom Flume, Pinball, and Seidel's Suckhole!

Minimum age varies with water levels.

FULL DAY    LUNCH
Adult: $ 99.80
Kids: $89.50
(7 minimum age)
HALF DAY    SNACK
Adult: $ 59.00
Kids: $49.00 (7 minimum age)
Participants must meet at office 1 hour prior to trip departure

The Numbers   Class IV (+)

Steep, rocky, technical rapids! Continuous paddling. Views of Colorado's highest peaks.

For experienced rafters and looking for a physical challenge. 16 years and older.

3/4 Day   LUNCH (AM only)
Adult: $ 99.80
(16 minimum age)
PM: $89.80 (snack only)

*Participants must meet at our office 1 hour prior to trip departure
Granite/Pine Creek/Numbers   Class IV-V

The most challenging rafting on the Arkansas River! This section is continuous and is filled with pourovers and steep drops. In the heart of Colorado's highest peaks.This section does includes the Numbers portion as well.

For physically fit, experienced rafters.
Minimum age 18 years.
FULL DAY    LUNCH
Adult: $ 115.00 (18 minimum age)
A scenic drive from Vail Colorado
*Prices do not include fees or gratuity.
Groups of 6 or more a gratuity will be added.

Adult: Varies w/ water levels
Class III: ages: 13+
Class IV ages: 16+
Class V ages: 18+

Kids: 6 - 12 years
Youth: up to 5 years

*We offer Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced level trips DAILY, from May through September.

*All trips include FREE wetsuits, wetsuit booties, splash jackets, helmets, and life jackets.

*A HOT LUNCH served riverside, or a SNACK is included on all trips.

*Special pricing available for children under 12 years old.

*PRIVATE AND CUSTOM TRIPS AVAILABLE. CALL FOR DETAILS.

*Everyone has a different idea of what a "great" rafting trip would be. We feel confident we can offer a trip that fits your expectation and level of adventure.

*Reservations are required. Just give us a call and one of our reservation specialists will make sure you are on the perfect excursion for your group.

"Live the Adventure" is our motto…we want it to be yours, too. Come journey with us!

Whitewater rafting near Vail, Colorado has never been so good!

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