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Slaughterhouse

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slaughterhouse overview

The Slaughterhouse section of the Roaring Fork, located near the town of Aspen offers nearly 5 miles of action for the advanced paddler. Complete with excellent scenery, solitude, and the heart-stopping plunge of Slaughterhouse Falls.

Recommended White Water Rafting Trips on Slaughterhouse – Roaring Fork River:

Trip Name: Slaughterhouse Falls Half Day
Sections Included: Slaughterhouse
Outfitter: Aspen Whitewater Rafting
Learn More: www.aspenwhitewater.com ~ 970.920.3511

Wilderness Aware Rafting does not operate trips on the Roaring Fork River. Information regarding the Roaring Fork River on this website is strictly informational. Please click here for a complete list of trips that we offer, or use the search filter to the left. Thanks!

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Roaring Fork River – Slaughterhouse Whitewater Rafting Details:

Difficulty: Class IV-V (What does this mean?)
Elevation: 7700′ to 7350′
Average Gradient: 77.7′ per mile

Access to Access

Slaughterhouse Bridge (Stein Park) to Upper Woody Creek Bridge (Jaffee Park): 4.5 miles
Total Mileage: 4.5 miles

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What people are saying

  • Lydia filled us with confidence. She was skilled and knowledgeable and explained each set of rapids so we knew what to expect. She was great company and we had the best experience. She was brilliant.

    Dwight W. Rafter
  • I cannot wait to come back! Also loved how funny all the guides were. It was the most I’ve seen my sister laugh in a long time! Thank you so much for this amazing experience.

    Lexi R. Rafter
  • I spent several days researching various rafting options and after speaking w/your team was sold. We were not disappointed-the trip is spectacular and our guide Sean was informative, lively professional and entertaining.

    Lauren C. Rafter

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Information for Roaring Fork River Self-Guided Boaters:

The Roaring Fork River (Slaughterhouse and Wood Creek & Toothache sections) are in Pitkin county and is managed by the City of Aspen.

  • Boating Permit Required: NO
  • Permit Details: No fee of any kind is required to float this section of river.
  • River Manager: City of Aspen and Pitkin County Open Space and Trails
    123 Emma Road, Suite 106, Basalt, CO 81621
    970.920.5200 ~ https://www.pitkincounty.com/772/Properties-Trails

Shuttles:
Please contact the river manager (above) for information on shuttles.

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