Family-friendly (ages 6+) whitewater rafting with Class I-III rapids in most flows. Class IV rapids at highest flows.
Rapids balanced with peaceful floating let you immerse yourself in nature.
Bighorn sheep, golden eagles, peregrine falcons, and more call this place home.
Our friendly guides know how to get the whole family soaked and smiling.
Adults and children. 3 hour trip.
Make the most of your trip by following a few simple guidelines:
The Arkansas River runs through the Bighorn Sheep Canyon in Colorado. At its most tame, the canyon provides class II-III whitewater rafting that is perfect for beginners and family trips. Calm, peaceful stretches of the river are broken up by rapids like Wake Up, Three Rocks, Spikebuck, and Sharks Tooth. When the river is running higher and faster, most rafting trips are moved further up river as many of these rapids, Three Rocks in particular, become more challenging class IV-V rapids. Keep an eye out for bighorn sheep and other local wildlife as you cruise down this scenic river with towering canyon walls and the Sangre de Cristo mountain range in the background.
For a day full of fun for the whole family, combine a river rafting trip with a Royal Gorge train ride. After your morning white water adventure, we’ll shuttle you back to Echo Canyon and the 8 Mile Bar & Grill, where you can relax and energize with some world-class food as you prepare for an afternoon Royal Gorge Train ride.
For the best Colorado zip line experience, you can depend on Echo Canyon River Expeditions. We partner with what we think is the best ziplining experience in Colorado, where you’ll find yourself zipping through some of the most beautiful Rocky Mountain scenery.
Your 24 hour trip includes an afternoon half day raft trip on day one, a freshly prepared evening meal, camping at our private river-side landing, followed by a hot breakfast and another half day trip on day two. Your guide will be with you every paddle stroke and every step of the way on this Echo Canyon exclusive trip.
