Situated above 6,000 feet along the Front Range Corridor, Colorado Springs makes an amazing springboard for outdoor recreation and sightseeing. Some of the best adventures in Colorado Springs’ vicinity are those here in the Royal Gorge Region, where you can combine world-class whitewater rafting via Echo Canyon River Expeditions with all sorts of other thrilling activities in the “Banana Belt” of Colorado.
With the 1,250-foot-deep Royal Gorge of the Arkansas River as the dazzling centerpiece, our big backyard comes packed to the gills with amazing things to do for outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes. Explore our Echo Canyon adventure packages below!
Action-packed Colorado experiences for just about all ages await you here at Echo Canyon River Expeditions:
The royal gorge
Flash your way along some of the most legendary whitewater in the American West with our Echo Canyon half-day and full-day rafting trips in the Royal Gorge of the Arkansas River. The showstopper rapids in this incredible chasm typically surge at Class III-IV level, but under high flows can reach Class V status. Needless to say, this is a Colorado adventure of the very highest order!
waves and wires
Experience a unique one-two punch of thrills with our rafting and zipline packages, where a world-class whitewater route comes followed up (or vice versa) by some incredible ziplining courtesy of our partners at Adventure Out West. Choose between a half-day rafting outing in the family-friendly Bighorn Sheep Canyon or on the more challenging rapids of the Royal Gorge, coupled with two hours on an awesome five-cable zipline course outside Manitou Springs, Colorado—all in one day!
Rapids to Rails
You’ve got the best of both worlds with our Echo Canyon rafting and rail tours, which link whitewater rafting down the Bighorn Sheep Canyon—a Class I-III+ run drenched in scenery and often yielding wildlife sightings—to a train ride through the world-famous Royal Gorge of the Arkansas just downriver. After your morning of river-running—and, if you’d like, delicious food and drinks (not included) at our very own 8 Mile Bar & Grill—you’ll head for the Royal Gorge Route Depot and embark on a two-hour sightseeing tour in a Coach or Deluxe/Vista Dome train car below soaring rock walls and the iconic Royal Gorge Bridge.
The combo packages we offer here at Echo Canyon River Expeditions serve up the finest adventures in Colorado Springs on a platter! From solo travelers to families and friend groups, customers love the ability to weave together multiple Colorado outdoor activities—from whitewater rafting to ziplining, gondola rides, and railcar sightseeing—into full-day odysseys that celebrate the very best this spectacular corner of the country has to offer. Variety’s the spice of life, and our adventure packages—ideal for everything from team-building getaways to family summer vacations—truly deliver on that front!
On top of all that, we offer you the chance to extend your family-friendly adventures in Colorado thanks to premier overnight accommodations just outside Cañon City at Royal Gorge Cabins!
Responsible adventures in Colorado Springs always put safety front and center. At Echo Canyon River Expeditions, we’ve been running rafting trips and other outdoor experiences out of Cañon City since 1978, and ensuring the well-being of our guests has always been the very foundation of our operations.
We use only the finest quality and meticulously maintained gear, provide detailed safety briefings ahead of every outdoor activity, and train our river guides and staff through an intensive, above-and-beyond program that makes them (in our humble opinion) the best in the business.
Curious about our cancellation terms here at Echo Canyon River Expeditions? Although our Standard Cancellation Policy does not allow refunds after payment has been submitted, we understand that sometimes the unexpected happens and getaways must be scuttled or modified. We therefore offer our guests the option of a Cancellation Guarantee Fee, which is only available upon booking, which ensures a nominal financial penalty if you need to cancel your trip. Learn more in our Echo Canyon FAQ!
Turn to Echo Canyon River Expeditions for the best outdoor adventures near Colorado Springs!
If you’ve always dreamed of an exhilarating and unforgettable adventure, you’ve come to the right place! We’re excited to offer premier adventure packages that promise to exceed your expectations. Get in touch with our outdoor adventure experts today to learn more about booking your next trip.
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Starting at $419
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Luxury cabin options are available 365 days a year so you can enjoy the rivers of Colorado in summer or the cozy escape to winter solitude. Echo Canyon’s glamping tents are available April – October. Prices vary based on time of year.
Echo Canyon River Expeditions
45000 W US Highway 50
Cañon City, CO 81212
(800) 755-3246
(719) 275-3154
Info@Raftecho.com
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