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.Arkansas River Royal Gorge Pre-Trip Information
Packing List, Directions and Other Important Information for Your Trip
Please share with everyone in your group. If you have any questions or need additional information call us at 1.800.462.7238.
DEPARTURE & RETURN TIMES
Please arrive 30-45 minutes before your trip departure time.
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9:30 am |
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm |
WHERE TO MEET
Your trip departs from the Pinnacle Rock Recreation Site. Pinnacle Rock is a developed site in the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area located at Highway 50 mile marker 258.1 (Mile markers are on the left side of the highway as you travel west from Cañon City and on your right if you are heading east from Salida). Pinnacle Rock is on the north side of the highway 11.6 miles west of the junction of Highways 50 and 9 and 36 miles east of Salida. Parking, changing and restroom facilities are available at the site. Please do not pay the parking fee, as it is already included in the price of your trip. Please note that this trip does not meet at the Wilderness Aware office in Buena Vista. Click Here for a Google Map!
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HIGH WATER / COOL WEATHER RENTALS
We recommend warm clothing at higher water levels and the early season in May and June. Booties are always a good idea, even in late summer.
ALL RENTALS MUST BE RESERVED AND PAID FOR IN ADVANCE! To reserve, please call us at 800.462.7238, fill out our online equipment reservation form or download and mail a form.
- Be Warm! Package $17/day (Includes wetsuit, booties and splash jacket)
- Wetsuits – $10/day
- Wetsuit Booties – $5/day
- Splash Jacket – $5/day
RIVER MAPS
LODGING INFO
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IMPORTANT TRIP INFO
ORIENTATION: Prior to boarding your raft, you will receive a complete safety orientation.
LIABILITY RELEASE: Everyone will be required to sign a liability release form prior to trip departure. Youths not riding with their parents will need to provide a copy of our liability release signed by one or both parents. Please note that unaccompanied youth must have a parent or guardian co-sign a liability release ahead of time. These completed liabilities must be presented to us upon check-in. Liabilities can be downloaded here.
TIPPING: Tipping is appropriate, particularly if you have received exceptional customer service. If you believe that a tip is appropriate we recommend an average tip of $10-$15/guest/day. We always appreciate hearing from you so that we can recognize extraordinary customer service and we also appreciate hearing from you if you feel that there are areas that we can improve upon. We strive to exceed your expectations!
FACILITIES: There are parking, changing and restroom facilities at the Pinnacle Rock Recreation Site.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: We do not provide alcohol on our trips, and alcohol is not permitted while on the river. Guests who have been drinking prior to their trip will not go on the river and will not receive a refund.
NON-SWIMMERS: Many of our participants cannot swim. We provide U.S. Coast Guard approved personal floatation devices designed to float you face-up in whitewater. Personal floatation devices are required to be worn at all times.
HELMETS: Helmets are required and provided on the Arkansas River.
DAY GEAR: Each raft is equipped with a waterproof bag for any small items that you may need during the day.
DRINKING WATER: We carry drinking water on each raft. If you don’t wish to share with others, feel free to bring your own water bottle.
PHOTOS: Photos will be taken of every raft. Digital copies will be available to view or purchase at www.inaraft.com/your-rafting-photos.php.
ALTITUDE: You will be rafting at 6000 feet above sea level. Most people don’t have serious problems here, but shortness of breath and dehydration are possible. Come a day or two early to acclimatize yourself if you can. We recommend that you drink plenty of water during your stay.
PREGNANCY: We cannot take you rafting if you are 3 months or more pregnant. This is for your own safety and that of your unborn child.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel more than 10 days prior to trip departure we will refund all of your deposit less a $5/person cancellation fee. If you cancel less than 10 days prior to trip departure there is no refund. We reserve the right to reschedule, move or cancel any trip.
TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE: If insurance is purchased, you may cancel up to 24 hours prior to your trip departure with no penalty. If you cancel within 24 hours but with at least one hour�s notice we will give you trip credit in the form of a gift certificate good through the following season. Gift certificates cannot be extended beyond their expiration date. Cancellation insurance can be purchased at the time of your deposit for 10% of your trip total and is non-transferrable. Insurance does not cover no-shows.
