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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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At approximately 8,200 ft elevation. This is where guests begin the trip in the natural snowmelt section of Clear Creek.
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(Pass by)
At approximately 8,200 ft elevation. This is where guests begin the trip in the natural snowmelt section of Clear Creek. Guests descend the steep Upper Upper Canyon, encountering long Class IV+ rapids, including: Meat & Bones Lumpy’s Then continue into the Upper Clear Creek Canyon section featuring: Nomad Phoenix Outer Limits
Admission ticket free -
Idaho Springs (Pass by)
This is the steepest, most technical commercial section of Clear Creek. Follows US Route 6 through Clear Creek Canyon Park, dropping more than 150 vertical feet in under 1 mile. Includes iconic Class IV–V rapids such as: Upper Beaver Falls Lower Beaver Falls Guide Ejector Double Knife Hell’s Half Mile (includes Hell’s Corner & Deep Hell) The Terminators
Admission ticket free -
Golden (Pass by)
The adventure concludes downstream toward Golden, where rafts exit the river at the lower end of Clear Creek Canyon. Celebrate surviving one of the West’s most intense commercial rafting sections!
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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