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Half-Day Arkansas River Rafting Trips
For a taste of white water river rafting, try America's favorite... the Arkansas River!
Half-day river trips are ideal for first time floaters or those wishing to enjoy whitewater excitement who only have a limited amount of time available. These whitewater rafting trips are generally ten miles in length and about three hours long - from start to finish.
No single river experience anywhere in the world can be compared to Colorado's Arkansas River offering close to 100 miles of navigable water ranging from introductory floating to world class river rapids excitement!
Families and first time floaters
Bighorn Sheep Canyon / Parkdale Run
Bighorn Sheep Canyon offers just the right blend of mild to moderate excitement with miles of scenic beauty. As the name implies Bighorn Sheep populate this area extensively and are sometimes spotted along the banks of the river or along the rugged mountain-sides. All trips check in 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure. Be sure to check out our exclusive Raft-n-Rail package for a truly unique day along the historic Arkansas River corridor.
- Half-day (9 miles) Adult: $49
- Half-day (9 miles) Child (12 and under): $39
Book the 9:30 a.m. available 6/14 - 8/17/08
Book the 10:00 a.m. available 5/1 - 6/13 & 8/18 - 9/14/08
Book the 2:00 p.m.
Adventure class whitewater
Royal Gorge
The Royal Gorge offers the best continuous whitewater in Colorado. While navigating such rapids as Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer and Boat Eater you will pass beneath the famous Royal Gorge Bridge which stands almost 1100 feet above the surface of the river.
High Water Notice: Due to Colorado's spectacular snow pack, please be advised that the Royal Gorge and Numbers sections will more than likely be closed to commercial rafting from late May to mid June at the recommendation of Colorado State Parks due to higher than average river flows. Be assured no trips will be canceled and trip itineraries will be adjusted to include other sections of river offering a caliber of whitewater equal to or greater than what you would normally encounter in those sections at non-closure levels. In most instances mileage will also be increased to include more rapids. Wetsuits may be required.
- Half-day (10 Miles): $66 weekdays $71 weekends
Daily departures at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Book the 9:00 a.m.
Book the 1:00 p.m.
Upper Canyon Half-day Trips
Browns Canyon
Browns Canyon is considered the best family rafting trip in the United States and parallels a Wilderness Study Area throughout the inner canyon offering fun and friendly rapids such as Pinball, Zoom Flume, Big Drop and others. Upper Canyon trips depart from our Four Corners office. When booking you will be linked directly to our Four Corners website.
- Half-day (10 miles) Adult: $49
- Half-day (10 miles) Child (12 and under): $39
Book the 10:00 a.m.
Book the 2:00 p.m.
The Numbers
The Numbers' section of the Arkansas offers a wonderful combination of fast moving water with non-stop action — Class IV-V Rapids! This trip begins at well over 8,000 feet in elevation and is unlike any other trip on the river offering splendid views of the continental divide.
High Water Notice: Due to Colorado's spectacular snow pack, please be advised that the Royal Gorge and Numbers sections will more than likely be closed to commercial rafting from late May to mid June at the recommendation of Colorado State Parks due to higher than average river flows. Be assured no trips will be canceled and trip itineraries will be adjusted to include other sections of river offering a caliber of whitewater equal to or greater than what you would normally encounter in those sections at non-closure levels. In most instances mileage will also be increased to include more rapids. Wetsuits may be required.
- Half-day (6 Miles): $66 weekdays $71 weekends
Book the 9:00 a.m.
Upper Canyon trips depart from our Four Corners office. When booking you will be linked directly to our Four Corners website.
Add to the Excitement!
- Adrenaline Rafts!
Our Adrenaline Rafts are smaller and designed to aggressively navigate even the most challenging rapids. A maximum group size of four paddlers results in a more exciting and exclusive experience. Due to limited capacity please call to discuss availability. See our standard departure times for the trip you are interested in.
- Bighorn Sheep Canyon, Half-day: $294 for up to four guests
- Royal Gorge, Half-day: $396 for up to four guests
Call for Reservations! 1-800-755-3246
