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Clear Creek Classic 2h 30m Rafting Trip - Idaho Springs, CO

From$86.11
4 hours
Denver, USA

About this activity

Just 30 minutes from Denver, the Clear Creek Mild Rafting Trip offers splashy Class II–III rapids—perfect for families, first-timers, and anyone seeking a fun, beginner-friendly whitewater adventure with Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours.

Highlights

  • Professional, interpretive, and entertaining guides.
  • Explore gold rush history at Chicago Creek’s first find.
  • Spot wildlife like bighorn sheep, river otters, and bears.
  • Nonstop Class III rapids on Denver’s steepest river run.
  • Stay warm with included NRS wetsuits on this cold river.

Full description

The Clear Creek Classic trip offers fun for the whole family with splashy Class II–III rapids. Total activity time is 2 hours and 30 minutes from meet to return. Paddle through the scenic Clear Creek Canyon near Idaho Springs, surrounded by Colorado’s gold rush history and stunning mountain views. This fun, hands-on adventure is ideal for those looking to get wet and enjoy the outdoors without extreme intensity. Paddling is required, and all trips include safety orientation, paddle instruction, and gear (PFD, helmet, and wetsuit rentals available). A great way to cool off and experience Colorado’s whitewater! 

Included / Excluded

  • Helmets, Coast Guard approved Personal Floatation Devices, Splash Jackets, Custom self-bailing rafts, and paddles
  • Safety orientation and paddle instruction
  • Neoprene Wetsuit
  • Professional, interpretive, and entertaining guides.
  • Wetsuit boot rentals
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch/Snacks

Meeting point

Start Location

Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours, 431 Chicago Creek Rd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, USA

Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours, Chicago Creek Road, Idaho Springs, CO, USA

Important information

Know before you book

  • Children must be at least 7 years old.
  • Rafting is not recommended for people who are pregnant or have underlying heart or pulmonary conditions.
  • We reserve the right to switch river/locations based on current conditions.
  • This is an active trip, paddling is required!

Know before you go

  • This trip meets in Idaho Springs, about 30 minutes from Denver.
  • There are bathrooms & changing rooms at the meet location.
  • Depending on the weather and water temperatures, wetsuits may be required. We have rentals available for free. If you're planning on using a wetsuit, we recommend wearing a swimsuit or quick dry clothing underneath— no birthday suits allowed!
  • Parking is limited at our location. There is a city-owned parking lot just to the north of our office. Cost is $2/day.

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

Reviews

4.9(4,387 reviews)
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Mike Garrick
Jul 2026
5.0

Anna was our guide. She was so friendly and easy while making sure we were prepared and understood in the moment what to do. The whole team was great, each guide and the office staff. They went above and beyond for everyone to have great experience!! We wished we could’ve stayed out longer…next time.

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Dude Williams
Jul 2026
5.0

Everything was seamless and AWESOME!! We did the mild rafting with some level 2&3’s. Enough to get us a wet and test the nerves a bit. They also set up a “slide” (overturned a raft and propped it on a rock) to let us and other rafters, slide down it into a deep pool of the river. Guides were very experienced and made the experience even better. Blake was the man!! We tipped but not sure if anyone else did in our group. Please, bring some extra $$ for these guides. They deserve it!

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Michael Verhelst
Jul 2026
5.0

My son Dawson and I did the 3/4 day trip of the Lower Animas river and it was great. Our rafting guide was Mikayla and she was awesome!

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