Whitewater Rafting Salida, CO

World-Class Day Trips in the Royal Gorge

Experience the Exhilaration of Whitewater Rafting Near Salida, CO! Two Epic Rafting Trips to Choose From

Bighorn Rafting Trip

Ride this family favorite! This half day trip rides along the Bighorn Sheep Canyon of the Arkansas River. This section of the river is the perfect place for your first rafting experience and experienced paddlers alike. There are tranquil and calm stretches of river in between rapids. Enjoy the magnificent scenery while watching for many of the Bighorn Sheep that make this canyon home.
Ages: 6+ (8+ at high water)
Duration: 3 hours half day Trip | 6 hours full day trip
Starting At 
$139
 / person
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Royal Gorge Rafting Trip

Get ready for all-out high adrenaline Royal Gorge river rafting. If you are looking for world class rafting, you found it! Rafting below the spectacular vista of the Royal Gorge Bridge is an experience in itself. This Canon City rafting trip is known for the famous rapids of Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer, The Narrows, and many more. You'll cut through "The Royal Gorge Arch" a thousand feet below the rim of the Gorge. Epic!
Ages: 13+ (16+ at high water)
Duration: 3 hours half day trip | 6 hours full day trip
Starting At 
$149
 / person
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Embrace Adventure on an Epic Rafting Trip!

Looking for Salida whitewater rafting? Whether you want to take it easy or experience the Royal Gorge’s most thrilling and iconic rapids, there is a perfect option for you! You can choose from the family-friendly Bighorn Sheep Canyon Trip or the adrenaline-pumping Royal Gorge Rafting Trip. The Bighorn Sheep Canyon Trip will take you down relaxing stretches or sightseeing bliss while also offering class III rapids (IV at high water), while The Royal Gorge Rafting Trip will have you traverse the area’s most epic rapids at class IV (V at high water). Oh, and the river gear for both trips is free of charge! Get ready for an unforgettable adventure.

Directions from Salida

Just one hour away from Salida, Royal Gorge Rafting offers some of the most epic rafting in the area. When you arrive, we'll set you up with your gear and safety preparation for an awesome day of adventure!

Royal Gorge & Bighorn Sheep Rafting Directions

Royal Gorge Rafting: 45045 W U.S. 50, Cañon City, CO 81212.

  • From Salida, turn left onto US-50 E/W Rainbow Blvd
  • You will continue on US-50 E for the whole 1 hour trip until you get to Royal Gorge Rafting.
  • Royal Gorge Rafting will be on your left when you arrive.

Everything You Need To Know About Your Salida Whitewater Rafting Adventure

Each trip starts with a safety orientation. Each person is provided with a Personal Flotation Device, and our guides will be with them every step of the way!

 

For extra safety, we have a team of kayakers on standby. They are ready to assist you and your team in case your raft capsizes or if you accidentally end up in the water. If any paddles are accidentally dropped into the river, our support kayakers can recover them. These extra members of our team are another step towards a safe Salida, CO rafting experience.

You’ll want to wear the same kind of clothes you would wear to the beach, like quick drying shorts, board shorts, bathing suit, secure footwear, and a quick drying shirt. It is also a good idea to pack a water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a light jacket for the colder months.

We are one of the only companies to offer in-house photo services! Our kayakers are equipped with cameras that are made and ready to capture your Salida, CO rafting adventure! From action shot, to candids and the surrounding sorcery, our kayakers capture the whole experience for you to remember for a long time.

We get it—plans can change. That’s why we have a Worry Free and Start Cancellation Plan. If you need to adjust or reschedule your trip, just let us know. We require 10 days notice for a cancellation and 30 days notice if it is for a group of 12 or more. To reschedule your tip, there are very few limitations. You can find more details in our full Cancellation Policy.

Age: 13+ (16+ at high water)

Age:  6+ (8+ at high water)

Our trips rain or shine. We will make sure you are equipped with any gear you need so that we can have an epic trip, no matter the weather! If the weather becomes too extreme, we reserve the right to alter or cancel the trip for the safety of the group.


Get ready for whitewater rafting near Salida, Colorado, that you’ll never forget!

Want to experience the rush of Salida whitewater rafting?

Favorite Things to Do In Salida

Zipline on the #1 Colorado Zipline Tour

Find One-of-a-kind Antiques to Take Home With You

Become Friends with Alpacas

Get a Birds-Eye-View with the Monarch Crest Scenic Tramway

Hike Waterdog Lakes Trail

Raise Your Spirits at Wood's High Mountain Distillery

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Lodging In The Royal Gorge

After your rafting trip, relax, unwind, and make your visit to Colorado complete. Choose from luxury cabins or glamping in yurts and premium airstreams while chilling back at our riverside adventure hub. Each option has all the extra touches to make your stay in the Gorge incredible!
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