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Overview

Make amazing memories this summer rafting the Arkansas River with family and friends. The Browns Canyon overnight whitewater rafting trip is great for any ability level. This trip starts up on The Narrows and rafts through Browns Canyon National Monument. White water raft all day, sleep under a starry Colorado sky in a National Monument and remember your adventure for a lifetime.

Browns Canyon navigates you down exciting world-class rapids and picturesque stretches for invigoration and relaxation. The majestic scenery of Browns Canyon National Monument and the snowcapped Collegiate Peaks surround you day and night. This is truly the best way to experience Colorado’s whitewater rafting!

Escape your worries and unplug! Here nature welcomes you to enjoy time spent with your family or friends and relax riverside. Our guides will take care of all the heavy lifting, you guys just enjoy yourselves!

Day 1

  • Meet at our Buena Vista Outpost at 9:30 am
  • Gear Up And Meet Your Guides
  • Hit The Rapids
  • Stop and enjoy a riverside lunch prepared by your guides
  • Hit more rapids
  • Camp in Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Free Time: Hike, Explore, Fish, Play Games, Or Just Relax
  • Enjoy A Delicious Dinner Prepared By Your Guides
  • Catch Some ZZZs Under The Stars Or In Your Tent (Provided)

Day 2

  • Wake Up To A Delicious Breakfast Prepared By Your Guides
  • Take A Little More Time To Enjoy Camp
  • Pack Up And Launch
  • Stop For Another Great Riverside Lunch
  • Hit The Rapids One More Time
  • Arrive Back At Our Outpost Around 3 PM

Highlights

  • Approximately 35 River Miles
  • Raft And Camp In Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Family Intermediate White Water Rafting
  • Delicious Meals Provided: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, And Lunch
  • Premium Surf And Turf & Vegetarian Meal Packages Available
  • Camping Equipment Provided: Dry Bag, Tent, Chairs, Coolers, Tables

Quick Info

  • Price $489 per person
  • Duration 2 Days
  • Class III+
  • Minimum Age 7 Yrs Old 50 lbs*
  • Trip Times 10 am
  • Departure Location Buena Vista Outpost
  • Trip Season May - Mid August
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Trip Includes

  • Private Raft
  • Waves and Rapids Feel Bigger
  • Super Maneuverable
  • Wetsuit Package (wetsuit, splash top, booties)

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 7 - 14 Years Old

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  • Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Rapids such as Pin Ball, Zoom Flume and Big Drop
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Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Our half day Browns Canyon rafting trip takes you down approximately 10 miles of the exciting and beautiful Arkansas River. This Colorado white water rafting trip is appropriate for most ages and abilities. There are plenty of fun class II-III+ rapids and majestic views of the beautiful granite canyon. Whether you’re a first time rafter, an experienced paddler or a family looking for some excitement, Browns Canyon is the place for you! Expect to get wet on this adventure as a member of our highly trained and certified staff guide you through this fun stretch of river. This 3+ hour trip offers incredibly scenic views of the Collegiate Peaks, an abundance of protected wildlife, and crystal clear Rocky Mountain white water. Between rapids, you’ll have time to relax and catch your breath as you get to know your guide and learn more about the majestic views all around you. Our half day trips leave our Buena Vista white water outpost at 9 am or 1:30 pm, check in 30 minutes prior. Highlights
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