Learn more about our trips:

White Water Rafting Trips

Rafting trips on six rivers from 1/4 day to 10 days in length.

Arkansas River White Water Rafting Trips, CO

America’s most popular river near Denver & Colorado Springs.

Salt River Trips, Arizona

World-class whitewater near Phoenix & Tucson.

Family Rafting Trips

Choose from a variety of family & group-friendly rafting trips.

Royal Gorge & Numbers

The most challenging rafting trips on the Arkansas River.

Multi-Day Getaways

Rafting combined with riverside camping or bed & breakfasts.

Land-Based Adventures

Enjoy a horseback ride, Jeep tour or downhill mountain bike trip.

Browns Canyon Arkansas River Full Day Tour Colorado

Great for First Time Rafters & Experienced Thrill Seekers – The Arkansas River

The Browns Canyon Full-Day has it all – exciting white water, spectacular views of Colorado’s tallest mountain range, a delicious deli-style lunch prepared riverside, and a feeling of getting away from the daily grind.

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 Suck-hole 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 short of time or on a budget, a shorter portion of the canyon can be rafted on our Browns Canyon ½-day trip, which covers approximately ½ the mileage of Browns Canyon Full-Day Trip and does not include a lunch.

The Details:

Where to Meet:	Wilderness Aware Headquarters, Buena Vista, CO (Get Directions)
Daily Launches:	May 1 to September 3
Length:	18 miles
Difficulty:	Class III-IV
Experience Level:	Suitable for Everyone
Departure Time:	9:30 AM
Adult Price:	$89
Child Price (Ages 7 -12): Minimum Weight 50 lbs.	$76 Minimum age and weight increases during high flows in May and June.
Please arrive at least 30-45 minutes prior to departure time. This allows you time to check in, relax, and enjoy our complimentary breakfast before your trip leaves. Breakfast is available 7:30 am to 10:00 am. Price listed does not include land and water access fees. Book a group and every 14th member of your group rafts for free! Group Rates!