Top Cañon City On the Water

Experience the thrilling Royal Gorge safely, without having to worry about hauling out your own gear, on this guided rafting trip. Experience the thrill of splashing down rapids with names like Sledgehammer Falls, and enjoy the pristine Colorado scenery from the seat of your whitewater raft. A professional guides help ensure your safety every step of the way.

Paddle through the Arkansas River’s whitewater rapids with a group of beginner and intermediate rafters led by a professional guide. All equipment, safety, guidance, and transportation is taken care of, so all you need to do is have fun. Pummel through rapids like Three Rocks, Spikebuck, and Shark’s Tooth, and in between rapids go for a swim and spot bighorn sheep and waterfowl. Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry.

See sections of the scenic Arkansas River with a guide to lead the way and keep you safe on a half-day rafting adventure through Colorado’s Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Navigate class II and II whitewater rapids with an expert guide, and soak up the beauty of the surrounding high desert landscape, home to an abundance of native wildlife.

See what makes Bighorn Sheep Canyon one of the most popular rafting locations near the Royal Gorge on a half-day whitewater adventure that’s suitable for both novices and experienced rafters. Soak up views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains and pristine Colorado scenery in between tackling class II-IV rapids. At just a half day, it's an easy way to fit in a favorite Rocky Mountains outdoor activity.

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.

Tackle some of Colorado's most prized rapids with a whitewater rafting trip through the magnificent canyons of the Royal Gorge. Navigate class III-V swells with an experienced guide, taking a break midday for a hearty riverside lunch featuring grilled steaks. From transport to key check service and optional photos and videos of the wet and wild adventure, all the details are arranged so you can focus on the water.

Get on a raft to experience the Royal Gorge’s exciting whitewater to ride the rapids and go through deep canyons in Canon City, CO. This rafting adventure will take you on Class-III to Class-V rapids, so be prepared to have some fun. You must be a strong swimmer and have had paddling experience to go on this adventure. But your guide will be there to take care of you, too.

Experience the ultimate in Colorado whitewater on this full-day Royal Gorge rafting trip from Cañon City. Warm up with a run down Bighorn Sheep Canyon, then put your paddling skills to the test while tacking the thrilling whitewater flumes of the Royal Gorge. A riverside picnic lunch is included on this wet and unforgettable adventure.

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.

Leave civilization behind for a few hours on a half-day rafting tour through Royal Gorge. The thrilling 3-hour excursion is the perfect opportunity to combine your love of nature and adventure sports. The class III, IV, and V rapids take you through Sunshine Falls, the Narrows, Sledgehammer, and more. You can leave your camera on dry land, as a professional photographer takes pictures that are available for purchase.

Take advantage of the rapids of the Royal Gorge on Colorado’s River Arkansas to hone your rafting on this advanced half-day adventure. Designed for experienced rafters and adventurers in good physical shape, the rafting expedition lets you brave waves, steep technical drops, and near-continuous Class IV-V white water rapids, with equipment—excluding wetsuits and wetsuit boots—provided for convenience. Prebook to guarantee your preferred time slot on your ideal date.

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.

If you’re looking for an adventure that brings Christ along, too, this Bighorn Sheep Canyon Arkansas River Full-Day Rafting Adventure is run by a Christ-centered rafting ministry to bring you on an uplifting trip on the river. Plus, with a helmet, splash jacket, wetsuit, lunch, and river transport provided for your full-day experience, you can enjoy rafting without planning out the details yourself.

If you’re looking for a river rafting adventure that’s easy to fit into a busy schedule, this Royal Gorge Whitewater Rafting Half-Day Adventure from Canon City is a perfect choice. In just a couple of hours, head out onto the water with a guide who knows how to handle more advanced rapids such as Class IV and Class V ones. Plus, easy transport to and from the river from Canon City is included, too.

Complete two popular outdoor adventures against the backdrop of crisp Colorado scenery on this combo tour with a top-rated company. Spend the morning navigating the mild rapids of Bighorn Sheep Canyon on a whitewater rafting run that’s perfect for beginners and families. Afterwards, take flight on an exciting zipline course above the high desert landscape.

There are enough Class III-V rapids to satisfy even expert rafters on this half-day whitewater tour through the Royal Gorge. Navigate steep drops and churning waves as you wind between 1,100-foot (335-meter) canyon walls for a classic Colorado adventure. Experienced river guides lead the way to ensure everyone's safety and an unforgettable voyage.

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.