Situated in the heart of Colorado's Rocky Mountains west of Colorado Springs and southwest of Denver, the Arkansas River drops over 5,000 feet over its first 125 miles from its headwaters in Leadville, Colorado through the pink granite walls of Browns Canyon adjacent to Browns Canyon Wilderness Area, a 6600-acre BLM Wilderness Study Area on into the 1,000-foot shadows of the famous Royal Gorge.
BIG HORN SHEEP CANYON: The Canyon walls open to stunning views of the snow-covered Sangre de Cristo Mountains rising to over 14,000 feet. Stretching between Salida, Cotopaxi and Parkdale, these rapids are less technical than Browns Canyon but no less exciting for an introductory river experience. Class II-III
ROYAL GORGE: Listen to your heart pound... "The Gorge" was originally the location where boaters took out their boats, letting the Arkansas River charge on without them. The Royal Gorge has become the cutting edge of whitewater thrills throughout America’s southwest. Class IV-V
Trip Details
Duration
1.5 Days
Location
Arkansas River
Season
May - September
Trip Type
Paddle & Oar
Nearest City
Colorado Springs or Denver, CO
Physical Condition Required
Good
Destination(s)
Colorado, United States
Rated Classes
II-IV
Guest Capacity
Varies
Minimum Age Limit
12-18 (Water Levels for Royal Gorge)
Distance Traveled
21+ Miles
Inflatable Kayaks
Yes, With Instruction Provided
Hard Shell Kayaks
Yes, With Instruction Provided
Dining
All Meals Included
About Liquor
BYOB for Evening
Rates
$278.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
Additional Rate Info
Government fees/taxes, gratuity, equipment rentals.
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Reservation Policy
25% deposit required.
Cancellation Policy
If cancellations made more than 45 days prior to the trip, a non-refundable $50. Under 45 days up to 14 days prior to trip, the 25% is not refundable. Under 14 days, no refund is given.
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