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Even beginners can enjoy a whitewater rafting trip on Clear Creek with this guided tour in Colorado. All instruction and equipment—wetsuits, paddles, life vests, and personal drybags—are provided for you. This tour is suitable for those who have no experience and is also perfect for families with children, too.
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Beginner Whitewater Rafting on Historic Clear Creek
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Get an eyeful of stunning Colorado scenery as well as learn about the canyon's Gold Rush history on this whitewater rafting tour. Appropriate for intermediate rafters, this tour shoots a long stretch of free-flowing whitewater. All equipment and the leadership of an experienced guide is included for your safety and comfort.
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Clear Creek Intermediate Whitewater Rafting near Denver
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Immerse yourself in Colorado’s natural landscape on a whitewater rafting tour through Clear Creek, just 30 minutes from downtown Denver. In addition to providing safety gear including life jackets and helmets, your guide navigates and offers little-known facts about the area’s history. Morning and afternoon departure times and accessible location make this a popular choice for families, field trips, and team building initiatives.
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Clear Creek Gold Rush Whitewater Rafting from Idaho Springs
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Combine two of Breckenridge's top activities—whitewater rafting and ziplining—on this single tour. With a guide in the lead for supervision and you safety, zoom through a forest of Ponderosa and Douglas pines, ending up in the backyard of the adventure center. Get suited up for rafting and embark on a beginner- and family-friendly rafting trip on Clear Creek. Planning both of these activities separately may be time-consuming, but this tour takes care of everything so you can simply enjoy.
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Gold Rush Rafting plus Cliffside Zipline from Idaho Springs
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For travelers who like to control their own adventures, this off-road tour outside Denver presents a rare opportunity to drive your own Jeep. You'll be supported to drive along some of the most scenic trails in Clear Creek County, to places many tourists on regular tours miss. Drive the Argentine Pass, to St. Mary's Glacier, and to other remote highlights.
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YOU Drive the Jeep! Guided 4x4 Tour in Idaho Springs (Denver)
3 to 5 hours
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The Clear Creek Classic trip offers fun for the whole family with splashy Class II–III rapids. Total activity time is 2 hours and 30 minutes from meet to return. Paddle through the scenic Clear Creek Canyon near Idaho Springs, surrounded by Colorado’s gold rush history and stunning mountain views. This fun, hands-on adventure is ideal for those looking to get wet and enjoy the outdoors without extreme intensity. Paddling is required, and all trips include safety orientation, paddle instruction, and gear (PFD, helmet, and wetsuit rentals available). A great way to cool off and experience Colorado’s whitewater!
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Clear Creek Classic 2h 30m Rafting Trip - Idaho Springs, CO
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Experience the thrill of mountaineering on this assisted Via Ferrata excursion. With safety cables and harnesses to keep you safe, and ladders, bridges, and metal rungs to help you navigate the steep cliff sides, this tour is suitable even for first-time mountaineers. Tackle a fun but challenging route, climbing high above Chicago Creek; take in the magnificent views over Idaho Springs below; then enjoy an exhilarating descent via ziplines and rappels.
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Mount Blue Sky Via Ferrata Climbing Experience in Idaho Springs
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Liquid Descent's Beginner Rafting Trip provides a unique experience during which participants will get their share of light adrenaline, beautiful river scenery, and a glimpse into the history of Idaho Spring's mining history.
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Raft the Beginner stretch on Clear Creek!
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Clear Creek is one of Colorado’s best rafting spots with year-round white water to ride. On this bestselling tour, you will feel the adrenaline rush from bouncing down class III-IV rapids hours after you leave the visitor center. With a qualified instructor and all equipment provided, this activity is suitable for beginners while being thrilling enough for more experienced rafters.
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Intermediate Clear Creek Blast! Class III-IV Rapids
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Get into a jeep with a group of four max, and ride under the setting sun in the Rocky Mountains of Idaho Springs. You;ll do the driving around Saint Mary’s Glacier, above St. Mary’s Lake, located in the Arapaho National Forest. You’ll be going over mining roads and Jeep trails with steep cliffs and washed out crossings. Be prepared for a challenge on this half day excursion.
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YOU Drive the Jeep! Guided Sunset Tour in Idaho Springs (Denver)
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Learn essentials of fly fishing with this half-day lesson on Clear Creek, a scenic river less than an hour from Denver known for its large quantities of brown and rainbow trout. All gear and tackle is provided, so you can get straight to casting a line with a local angler who shows you the best techniques for wading, reading water, pattern selection, and reeling in fish.
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Half Day Fly Fishing Lesson on Clear Creek near Denver
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Though Clear Creek is known for some of its big rapids, this family-friendly white-water rafting trip is curated for a day of kid-approved fun. Tackle 10 rapids that give you a thrill but aren’t too scary—kids five and up are welcome on board. Along the way, pass right by historic sights such as the Argo Gold Mine as well as wildlife like big horn sheep.
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Middle Clear Creek Canyon (Beginner)
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This tour combines a zipline adventure and whitewater rafting trip in Colorado’s Clear Creek Valley. Breathe in the fresh mountain air as you zip from ridge to ridge along six separate runs at speeds of up to 30 miles (48 kilometers) per hour, and experience the adrenaline rush of navigating the river’s continuous class IV rapids. Plus, take your pick from other activities such as a jungle bridge and a cliffside free fall.
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Upper Clear Creek Whitewater Rafting plus Cliffside Zipline from Idaho Springs
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Get your adrenaline pumping and get unparalleled views of the Continental Divide during this thrilling zipline experience in Idaho Springs. Join a small group and tackle a series of ziplines and cross several suspended bridges on the cliffside of the Colorado Rockies. Race others in your group on a dual race line for added fun.
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Idaho Springs Cliffside Zipline
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Embark on an exhilarating 2.5-hour whitewater adventure on Clear Creek, just 30 minutes from Denver. This intermediate rafting trip is perfect for adventurous first timers and seasoned paddlers alike, offering a thrilling ride through continuous Class III–IV rapids. Navigate challenging sections like “Nomad,” “Fall River,” “Deliverance,” and the grand finale, “Outer Limits,” as you descend through the scenic Clear Creek Canyon. The steep gradient and technical maneuvers require active paddling and teamwork, making for an adrenaline filled experience. Our professional guides provide comprehensive safety briefings and all necessary gear, including personal flotation devices, helmets, and wetsuits. After conquering the rapids, enjoy the historic charm of Idaho Springs, a town rich in Colorado's gold mining history. This trip is ideal for those seeking a dynamic and memorable rafting experience close to Denver
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Clear Creek Advanced/Intermediate 2h 30m Rafting Trip
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Clear Creek is one of the best whitewater rafting rivers in Colorado, and for great reasons. The canyon offers all levels of whitewater challenge, and easy access. The setting includes scenic flats, mining ruins, wildlife, and, of course, exciting whitewater flowing over rocks. Nearby is Idaho Springs, where the gold rush began. One of the first cities founded in Colorado, in 1859, this quaint town is nestled in the foothills of some of Colorado’s best mountains and holds a unique place in the state’s history. As the place where the Colorado Gold Rush started, this little town holds a lot of secrets, including one of the best river rafting areas in the State! Conveniently located about 30 minutes West of Denver, and close to Breckenridge, Silverthorne, Dillon, and Winter Park, Clear Creek has rafting trip options for varying ability and experience levels.
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Raft the Gold Nugget Whitewater Challenge on Clear Creek: Ages 6+
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Clear Creek is one of the best whitewater rafting rivers in Colorado, and for great reasons. The canyon offers all levels of whitewater challenge, and easy access. The setting includes scenic flats, mining ruins, wildlife, and, of course, exciting whitewater flowing over rocks. Nearby is Idaho Springs, where the gold rush began. One of the first cities founded in Colorado, in 1859, this quaint town is nestled in the foothills of some of Colorado’s best mountains and holds a unique place in the state’s history. As the place where the Colorado Gold Rush started, this little town holds a lot of secrets, including one of the best river rafting areas in the State! Conveniently located about 30 minutes West of Denver, and close to Breckenridge, Silverthorne, Dillon, and Winter Park, Clear Creek has rafting trip options for varying ability and experience levels.
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Clear Creek Whitewater Raft near Denver: Splashy Fun for Families
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What sets the Fall Finale: Scenic Jeep Tour apart is the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation in one of Colorado's most scenic landscapes. While other tours may focus on rugged, intense off-roading, this tour is tailored for travelers looking to enjoy an easier, more leisurely drive through the beautiful mountains. You get to drive your own Jeep and explore at a comfortable pace, making it ideal for those who want to experience off-roading without the technical challenges of rock crawling. Additionally, this tour is seasonally exclusive—as the last of the fall colors fade and the crowds disappear, you'll have the trails mostly to yourself. Take in the panoramic views of the towering peaks and vast valleys, all while cruising along with ease. It’s a chance to embrace the crisp, fresh mountain air without the high summer or peak fall traffic. Lastly, the discounted pricing makes it a fantastic value for families, couples, and solo travelers alike.
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Early Season Special: Scenic Jeep Tour
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Consistent class III rapids keep things exciting as you paddle downriver on this Clear Creek white-water rafting trip. Along with your guide and your raft-mates, come up against rapids for 90 minutes—and even give whitewater surfing a try. This challenging course is suitable for those ages 14 and older.
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Upper Clear Creek Canyon (Intermediate)
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This is a special trip with only 1 launch per day and we are the only outfitter offering it as a 1/2 day trip! You will start at 8200 ft in the Rocky Mountains, putting on in the natural surroundings of the free flowing snowmelt on Clear Creek in the mining town of Lawson. After warming up in the first mile, you will find yourself in the steep and narrow rapids of Meat and Bones followed by Lumpy's, each is close to a ½ mile long class IV+. Follow that up with our most popular stretch of river, Upper Clear Creek Canyon, filled with continuous class III and IV rapids that include Nomad, Phoenix (named after the Phoenix Gold Mine), and your final rapid, Outer Limits, which is sure to get your attention as you return to Idaho Springs. This is a great way to start your day rafting near Denver!
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Upper Clear Creek Canyon Advanced River Rafting Adventure
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Enjoy a full‑day advanced whitewater experience covering every stretch of Clear Creek. Start high in the Rocky Mountains at 8,200 ft, navigating Class IV+ rapids like Meat & Bones and Lumpy’s before powering through continuous Class III–IV rapids in Upper Clear Creek Canyon. Break for a relaxing riverside lunch in Idaho Springs, then continue through fun Class II–III waves in Middle Clear Creek Canyon. Finish strong in Lower Clear Creek Canyon, home to the steepest and most intense whitewater on the river, featuring dramatic drops and Class IV–V rapids such as Guide Ejector, Double Knife, and Hell’s Half Mile. This 18‑mile adventure is designed for fit, confident swimmers ages 15+ seeking the most complete and challenging rafting experience near Denver.
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All of Clear Creek Advanced River Rafting Adventure
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Starting outside of Idaho Springs, near the historic biker bar Kermit’s, made famous by writer Hunter S Thompson, this is the “Classic” Advanced Canyon, following US Route 6 through Clear Creek Canyon Park to Golden. Plunging over Upper and Lower Beaver falls will get your attention but they are just the start. You will go through the steepest section of rapids commercially available in Colorado! Guide Ejector, Double Knife, Hells ½ mile (Hell's Corner and Deep Hell) followed immediately by the Terminators will drop you over 150 vertical feet in less than a mile. This steep, continuous and technical section of Clear Creek boasts an average gradient of over 100 ’ per mile and is the most extreme ½ day whitewater rafting near Denver! If you’re physically fit, know how to swim, have an aggressive attitude, and 15 years old, this is the Colorado rafting trip for you!
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Lower Clear Creek Canyon Advanced River Rafting Adventure
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Clear Creek is one of the best whitewater rafting rivers in Colorado, and for great reasons. The canyon offers all levels of whitewater challenge, and easy access. The setting includes scenic flats, mining ruins, wildlife, and, of course, exciting whitewater flowing over rocks. Nearby is Idaho Springs, where the gold rush began. It is the first city founded in Colorado, in 1859. This quaint town is nestled in the foothills of some of Colorado’s best mountains and holds a unique place in the state’s history. As the place where the Colorado Gold Rush started, this little town holds a lot of secrets, including one of the best river rafting areas in the State! Conveniently located about 30 minutes west of Denver, and close to Breckenridge, Silverthorne, Dillon, and Winter Park, Clear Creek has rafting trip options for varying ability and experience levels.
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Clear Creek Whitewater Rafting Trip: Intermediate Level
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Put some wet and wild thrills into your Colorado vacation. This whitewater excursion will have you conquering 8 miles (12.9 kilometers) of class III-IV rapids on Upper Clear Creek. Located just half an hour from Denver or around an hour from Boulder or Winter Park, this adventure will give you an experience you won’t soon forget.
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Upper Clear Creek Half-Day Whitewater Rafting from Idaho Springs
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