Gold Rush Whitewater Rafting and Cliffside Zipline

1 day

Idaho Springs, USA

About this activity

Just 30 minutes from Denver at our Idaho Springs outpost, our Gold Rush whitewater rafting and Zipline package allows you to try out two fun activities in one day!

Highlights

7 miles of continuous river
Milder class III rapids with some larger drops
Paddle the historic Clear Creek mining valley
6 line zipline course over scenic Idaho Springs
Dual Race Line and Bridge of Doom log cross

Full description

Enjoy the best of Clear Creek’s Gold Rush rafting and the thrill of Ziplining in one action-packed day from our Idaho Springs outpost, just 30 minutes from Denver. Fly from ridge to ridge over the forest and historic Idaho Springs on our Cliffside Zipline course, experiencing hanging bridges and a dual race line. After descending down the mountain, you will finish with an exciting 450-foot line running directly to our outpost! The other half of your day will get you out on the water on our Gold Rush Rafting trip. Beginners through intermediate rafters will enjoy paddling our 7 mile stretch through class three rapids, navigating medium sized waves with a few larger drops. Our Gold Rush rafting and Zipline experience is a fun summer adventure for all abilities!

Included / Excluded

PFD, Wetsuit, Splash Jacket, & Helmet
Entry/Admission - Clear Creek Canyon
Zipline Gear

Gratuities
Lunch

Meeting point

Start Location

AVA Rafting & Zipline, Chicago Creek Road, Idaho Springs, CO, USA

Important information

Know before you book

Duration: full day
Moderate physical exertion
Minimum age: 6

Know before you go

Check confirmation location and time
Read and sign liability waiver
Have fun!

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Cancellations made prior to 7pm the night before will be granted a 90% refund

Reviews

4.8(1,381 reviews)

Katie Calrson

Jul 2026

5.0

We had a wonderful time zip lining. Our guides, Sienna and Quinn, were funny, talkative, happy, and overall awesome! They made our zip line tour fly by. They also were very willing to help us in any way needed when we got locked out of our car. All of the staff members were caring and willing to lend a hand if needed. Would definitely recommend!

TeAnna Friday

Jul 2026

5.0

My sister and I had an mazing experience on the zipline course! Meghan and Julia were awesome guides and informative to keep everyone safe! I would 100% go again! The course is not too high up, but does require a small hike to the first course. Half day is 6 courses, the last one being the shortest.This course requires the skill of handbraking, which can prove challenging….

J W

Jul 2026

5.0

A huge shoutout to the crew at AVA Zipline. From the beginning they went above and beyond to make sure our experience was the best. Cameron and Kyle did an outstanding job going over all the safety parts of ziplining and once out on the course they knocked it out of the park! We would HIGHLY recommend AVA to anyone in the Idaho Springs area!