Piedra River 1 Day Rafting Trip - Pagosa Springs
From$209
7 hours
About this activity
Raft the Upper Piedra near Pagosa Springs for a wilderness river experience. Enjoy technical paddling, wildlife sightings, and class II, III, and IV rapids.
Highlights
- Unique pristine wilderness area in a alpine rainforest-like setting
- Pool drop rapids in between constant class II-III rapids
- Most exciting whitewater rafting trip close to Pagosa Springs
- Opportunities to spot wildlife, including bald eagle, hawks, bear, elk, deer, beaver, or otter
Full description
The Upper Piedra River, near Pagosa Springs, offers a pristine wilderness rafting experience. This vibrant mountain stream flows through a lush, alpine rainforest-like canyon, featuring Class II, III, and IV rapids. Paddlers navigate technical sections amidst striking granite cliffs and hefty boulders, creating a visually stunning and challenging ride. Unlike the busier San Juan River, the Piedra provides a secluded adventure, with "pool drop" rapids adding to the excitement. Highly restricted access by the Forest Service ensures the river's untouched beauty. Wildlife sightings, including eagles, bears, and deer, are a highlight. This is Pagosa's most adventurous rafting trip, a perfect introduction to higher-level whitewater in a protected natural setting.
Included / Excluded
- Experienced, professional, and interpretive guides
- Pre-trip orientation and wetsuit fitting
- Coast Guard-approved Personal Flotation Devices, Helmets, and Splash Jackets
- Deli-style lunch and beverages
- Gratuities
- Wetsuit rentals (available at checkout)
Meeting point
Start Location
Lower Piedra Campground, San Juan National Forest, Forest Road #621, Bayfield, CO 81122, USA
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Know before you book
- Minimum age is 12
- Rafting is not recommended for people who are pregnant or have underlying heart or pulmonary conditions
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
Mary Jo Rutten
Sep 20265.0
Best day ever!
GetYourGuide traveler
Sep 20264.0
The raft trip was enjoyable and the guide was fun.
Melody Urso
Sep 20265.0
I did the Mesa Verde Tour with lunch and Ann Rapp, our guide, was the best! She not only provided us with in-depth information, history and theories about the sites we were seeing, but also took a lot of time at some of the less “popular” dwellings so we could understand the varied communities. I can’t speak highly enough of our tour and I think this is an ideal way to experience a broader picture of Mesa Verde and its history.