Upper Clear Creek 1/2 Day Whitewater Rafting

0.5 days
Idaho Springs, USA

About this activity

Navigate 8 miles of river through exhilarating class IV rapids, experiencing exciting drops and beautiful Colorado scenery just 30 minutes from Denver.

Highlights

  • 8 miles of continuous whitewater
  • Class IV rapids with thrilling waves and steep drops
  • Wildlife spotting on the scenic Clear Creek River
  • Only 30 minutes from Denver

Full description

Just 30 minutes from Denver at our Idaho Springs outpost, our exciting class IV Upper Clear Creek river rafting trip provides a thrilling experience for adventurous first-timers and experienced rafters. This trip will keep your paddle moving and your heart pounding as you crash through 8 miles of rapids such as Nomad, Phoenix Holes, and Outer Limits, encountering steep drops and eddies along with some slightly calmer sections. As you marvel at the beautiful Colorado scenery, keep a lookout for Big Horn Sheep, river otters, deer, and other native wildlife that are commonly spotted on many of our Colorado whitewater rafting trips! 

Included / Excluded

  • PFD, Wetsuit, Splash Jacket, & Helmet
  • Entry/Admission - Clear Creek Canyon
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Meeting point

Start Location

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

Important information

Know before you book

  • Intense physical activity
  • Minimum age: 15
  • Half-day trip

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 receive a 90% refund.

Reviews

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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!

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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….

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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!

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