Top Cañon City Sightseeing Tours in 2026

You have the opportunity to ride Sky Line Drive, Tunnel Drive and the Arkansas River Walk on this tour! Our rides have mentioned Rocke's rides as the highlight to their visit here in Colorado Springs area and beyond. Our high quality eBikes provide riders the assistance to reach places you ordinarily would not see. We also pride ourselves in the flexibility to help make your ride get you to the places you want to see. With our local knowledge, we can help curate a tour for places to bike and hike, bike as far as you can with a packed lunch or bike into town after your ride to places that are eBike friendly for a unique meal. The possibilities are truly endless with our strive to give you the experience you are looking for in Colorado Springs, even when that experience takes you south to Cañon City!

Feast your eyes on one of Colorado’s most picturesque routes on a 6-hour jeep tour of the Gold Belt Scenic Byway from Cañon City. Ascend to the historic gold mining towns of Victor and Cripple Creek; absorb spectacular views from a 11,000-foot (3,352-meter) vantage point; and explore Garden Park Fossil Area, full of ancient treasures. Lunch is included.

Conquer the landscape of the Red Canyon on this tour without worrying about getting a flat tire on a guided tour in a 4x4 vehicle. Departing Canyon City, take in views of the towering red spires produced by years of erosion and listen to engaging commentary from your guide. Keep watch for local fauna such as bears, wild turkeys, and mule deer as you travel.

Experience the excitement of a Colorado whitewater rafting adventure safely on a guided river excursion. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, then ride along the Arkansas River in Bighorn Sheep Canyon, home to herds of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep. The driver/guidetakes photos along the way, which will be available for purchase at the end of the trip.

Spend the full day whitewater rafting in the Royal Gorge in Colorado. With an adventure guide in the lead and all equipment provided, conquering unfamiliar terrain is easy and safe. Paddle through the 1,100-foot (335-meter) deep gorge and raft under the highest suspension bridge in the world, learning about the area's ecosystem and history through guided commentary.

Get the very best views of Colorado’s natural wonder on a Jeep tour that takes you to the mouth on the Royal Gorge and over the highest suspension bridge in the United States. Get a perspective most visitors miss with exclusive access to the park’s southern entrance, plus a stunning panorama from the top of Fremont Peak. Along the way, dig deeper into the region’s history with sightings of historic graves and dinosaur footprints.

Spend half a day shooting the Class IV and Class V rapids of Royal Gorge on this whitewater tour from Buena Vista. With an adventure guide at the helm, you'll feel safe and comfortable conquering these rapids, winding down the river and under the world's highest suspension bridge. All equipment and instruction is included; tour is best suited to those in good physical condition.

Get ready for a wet and wild ride with this full-day rafting adventure down the Arkansas River’s Bighorn Sheep Canyon! Departing from Cañon City, tackle class II and II whitewater rapids with the help of an expert guide while winding through gorgeous Colorado scenery. With an included picnic lunch and plenty of opportunities to stop and swim, it’s a great introduction to rafting for first-timers and families.

Climb 5,000 feet above Canon City into the high gold mining districts to witness the yearly color change of the aspens on this full-day tour. The Colorado leaf color change varies year to year but typically starts in September and continues into October. With warmer weather than the rest of Colorado, crystal blue skies over the gold and yellow leaves make for the perfect photo opportunity. Don't forget your camera!

Fly down Class III to IV rapids on this challenging whitewater rafting course in the Royal Gorge. Take in views of the 1,000-foot (300-meter) tall canyon walls from the waters of the Arkansas River as a guide helps you navigate your way down the course. This tour includes all equipment and a morning and afternoon departure time.