Browns Canyon Rafting Full-Day (Family-friendly Ages 7+)

7h 30m
Commentary: Guide · en
Buena Vista, USA

About this activity

When you book a Browns Canyon rafting trip you’ll experience Colorado’s most popular white water rafting trip!

Highlights

  • 9:30 AM departure
  • 18 miles on the river
  • Beginner/Intermediate Class III-IV rapids
  • Deli-style lunch included
  • Centrally located in Buena Vista, Colorado

Full description

Browns Canyon is our most popular trip and the Arkansas River is America’s most popular whitewater rafting destination for good reason. The character of this section is challenging to seasoned rafters, yet forgiving enough for first time rafters. Most of the large rapids in Browns Canyon are followed by a calm pool of slow moving water allowing an opportunity to either catch a quick breath of fresh mountain air or take a picture of the unique granite rock formations set off against the clear blue Colorado sky.
Browns Canyon is our most popular trip and the Arkansas River is America’s most popular whitewater rafting destination for good reason. The character of this section is challenging to seasoned rafters, yet forgiving enough for first time rafters. Most of the large rapids in Browns Canyon are followed by a calm pool of slow moving water allowing an opportunity to either catch a quick breath of fresh mountain air or take a picture of the unique granite rock formations set off against the clear blue Colorado sky.

Browns Canyon of the Arkansas will demand your attention as you challenge rapids like Widow Maker, Zoom Flume, Seidel’s Suckhole or the vertical Silver Bullet. In June, when the river is swollen with snowmelt, prepare for a wet and wild ride with towering waves and powerful currents. During late July and August, the river changes, requiring technical maneuvers around rocks and dropping through narrow chutes.

For those looking for a shorter trip than the rafting in Browns Canyon Full day trip, a shorter portion of the canyon can be rafted on our Browns Canyon Half Day trip, which covers approximately ½ the mileage of Browns Canyon Full Day Trip and does not include a lunch.

Included / Excluded

  • Delicious smorgasbord-deli lunch
  • Land and Water Access Fee (9%
  • Lemonade and water
  • Professional guide to captain the boat
  • Round trip transportation to / from the river
  • Use of rafting equipment
  • Breakfast
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Optional rental equipment (wetsuit, wetsuit booties, splash jacket)
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

12600 US Hwy 24/285, US Hwy 24/285, Buena Vista

Important information

Know before you book

  • May 1 to Labor Day
  • Beginner/Intermediate Class III-IV rapids
  • Ages 7 years and up*
  • Experienced guide on each raft
  • Centrally located in Buena Vista, Colorado

Know before you go

  • 9:30 AM Departure
  • 18 miles on the river
  • Deli-style lunch included

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Frequently asked questions

FAQs

Additional information

Alcohol is not permitted while on the river. Guests who have been drinking will not go on the river and will not receive a refund., All rafting equipment including coast guard approved lifejackets, Before every trip in-depth participant safety orientation and paddle instructions are conducted. First time rafters regularly participate on most of the trips., Breakfast is available 7:30am to 10:00am., Colorado Whitewater Photography takes photos of every raft. 8x10 prints are normally available to view and purchase upon conclusion of the trip., Each boat carries accessible drinking water, rain ponchos, wool sweaters and waterproof storage for personal items, Each raft will carry a waterproof bag for your rain gear and extra items you may need during the day. Waterproof ammo cans are also available for your camera, however, we recommend you purchase a waterproof camera., Highly trained professional guide to captain the boat, Minimum age is 7 years, Please note, prior to departure, all travelers will be required to sign a liability release., Top of the line self-bailing rafts are used which are virtually indestructible. All rafts are equipped with grab lines and foot-stirrups for your safety