Clear Creek Gold Rush Whitewater Rafting from Idaho Springs
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Idaho Springs, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Go on a half-day whitewater rafting near Idaho Springs
- Class II and II rapids make it an ideal choice for all skill levels
- Easily accessible location make it easy to reach from Denver
- Led by a local guide who navigates and provides tips
What's Included
- PDF, Wetsuit, Splash Jacket, & Helmet
- Driver/guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 431 Chicago Creek Rd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452, USA
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
1
Argo Mill and Tunnel
2
Charlie Taylor Water Wheel at Bridal Veil Falls
3
Mount Blue Sky
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Minimum weight is 50lbs
- Guests are required to bring secure footwear (no flip-flops or crocs)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jerry_J
Very fun and doable, little kids were in our boat ( ages 7-11 ) and everyone had a really great time… I plan on doing this again but going up one on the difficulty level… Our instructor James was top tier and showed us all the fancy moves and was in control 100% of the time… James rocked and was pretty funny..!
Reviews
4.8
based on 24 reviews
Jerry_J, Jul 2025
Very fun and doable, little kids were in our boat ( ages 7-11 ) and everyone had a really great time… I plan on doing this again but going up one on the difficulty level… Our instructor James was top tier and showed us all the fancy moves and was in control 100% of the time… James rocked and was pretty funny..!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for the awesome review! We're so glad to hear everyone had a great time on the water! It’s awesome that you're already thinking about leveling up next time, and we’ll be ready when you are. Big shoutout to James for keeping things safe, fun, and full of laughs! We can’t wait to see you back for your next adventure!
Tammie_N, Jul 2024
Great fun! Great trip for beginners and all ages! It was a very fun rafting trip and our guide John was wonderful!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for the great review! We’re so happy you had a fun trip and that John made it wonderful for everyone. Perfect for beginners and all ages—can’t beat that! Hope to see you again soon!
paula_p, Jul 2024
First time water rafting and we had a great time!!! Shelby was our guide and she was amazing!! She guided us thru the river safely!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for sharing! We’re thrilled your first rafting experience was a great one and that Shelby kept you safe and confident on the river. Hope to see you back for more adventures soon!
KevinFlorida, Jul 2024
Was a blast! The staff is super professional and make the beginners feel really comfortable. Definitely make this journey!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for the awesome review! We’re so glad our team made you feel comfortable and that you had a blast. Definitely a journey worth taking—hope to see you back for more fun soon!
Mike_B, Jun 2024
This was a great thing to do my kids and dad loved it. We will be going bad to do the class 5 next time
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for the awesome feedback! We’re so happy your kids and dad loved the experience—and we can’t wait to have you back for the Class 5 adventure next time!
Brenda_M, Jun 2024
Our guide Scooter, was the absolute best! He is very skilled and knowledgeable, took great care of each and every member in our team, and has a great personality and is funny! The river was high leading to a fun ride, and the entire staff, including the front desk, and Ania, were so friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks so much for the fantastic review! Scooter will be thrilled to hear your kind words—he’s truly a gem. Glad you had a fun ride on the high water and felt welcomed by the whole team, including Ania and the front desk. We can’t wait to have you back for more great adventures!
Kendra_H, May 2024
This experience was definitely my husband and I’s favorite part of our Colorado trip. The rafting was so much fun and our guide Sean was hilarious! It was obvious he enjoys what he does and wanted to make our time the best it could be. If you choose Clear Creek and have the option ask for Sean. He’ll make sure you have the time of your life!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thanks for the fantastic review! We’re so glad Clear Creek rafting was a highlight of your Colorado trip and that Sean made it such a fun and memorable experience. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words—he’ll love hearing them! Hope to see you both back for more adventures soon!
Anna_O, Aug 2023
We liked it because we had a chance to View beautiful scenes of the nature and get splashed with cool water
David_W, Jun 2022
Get time on the river , good guide too . The group inside running the pictures and selling merchandise, were a little unorganized, charge me twice for one picture!
Genavieve_L, Jul 2020
Our first time whitewater rafting was an amazing experience!! I am a single mom who took my three teenage kiddos for an outdoor adventure. We chose the Hold Rush level 2-3 rapids for our first time. Our guide Eric was extremely thorough and clear and the directions! We were able to take each rapid with confidence and enthusiasm! We are hooked! Can’t wait to go back and try the long and more difficult levels. Our guide Eric encouraged us and took care of us throughout the experience way beyond my expectations. It was truly an awesome experience in working together as a family and feeling so accomplished in a new kind of adventure together!
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