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Popular Colorado White Water Rafting Trip and Vacation Options

The Royal Gorge rafting run is undoubtedly one of the most popular Arkansas River rafting trips that Colorado has to offer. There are multiple reasons as to why this run is so well-liked. The Royal Gorge is a canyon that stands 1,000 feet high and is home... Read >

The Excitement of White Water Rafting in Colorado

Rafting in Colorado is considered to be one of the most fun activities available to both residents and tourists that come to this wonderful state. In Colorado, a person has access to numerous outdoor activities, most of which are strongly associated with ... Read >

Popular River Rafting Runs In Colorado

Colorado is known for its abundance of outdoor activities, attracting a wide range of people from all over. During the warmer parts of the year, river rafting in Colorado is one of the most popular outdoor events and draws people worldwide. Colorado rafti... Read >

Arkansas River Levels – High Water and Colorado Rafting Safety

Here in Colorado, the Arkansas River does pretty much the same thing every season. We can start rafting on the Arkansas River sometime around the end of April, the snow starts melting sometime in mid-May which begins our high water season! Our high water ... Read >

The Experience of Rafting in Colorado

Colorado provides many outdoor activities to the public. In the warmer seasons, river rafting in Colorado is one of the most sought after activities, and there are multiple white water rafting trips to choose from. Some of the most popular Colorado river ... Read >

Popular Colorado Rafting Trips

Colorado is known for its vast amount of outdoor activities, and during the warmer parts of the year white water rafting is a major draw for both tourists and residents. The Arkansas River runs through a large part of Colorado, and there are many differen... Read >

Colorado Rafting Trips - How to Pick the Best Trip for Your Adventure

When thinking about fun activities to do in Colorado, skiing probably is the first thing that comes to mind, and rightfully so; Colorado has some of the best ski mountains in the world. But, what happens when all of that wonderful snow melts in the spring... Read >

Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting – Wildlife and Wild Whitewater Rapids Combined

Any family visiting the Colorado Springs area should definitely considering a Bighorn Sheep Canyon rafting trip! In just a quick hour drive from Colorado Springs, you’ll find Canon City, Colorado…home of the world-famous Royal Gorge. Although the Royal Go... Read >

Colorado Rafting Along The Arkansas River

The Arkansas River traverses through many states and provides numerous sites and attractions for people to discover. Rafting in this river is an unforgettable experience that anyone would want to enjoy, and AAE makes Colorado rafting possible. In the stat... Read >

Brown's Canyon Rafting – Planning a Scenic Colorado Rafting Adventure

Brown's Canyon is the most popular section of rafting river in all of North America for good reason – it's filled with fun and exciting rapids ranging from Class I – Class IV not to mention some of the most amazing scenery Colorado has to offer. American ... Read >

The Numbers Rafting – Planning the Ultimate Colorado Rafting Trip

The Numbers Background The Numbers is an 8-mile Class IV/V (advanced) section on the Arkansas River located 10 miles north of Buena Vista, Colorado, and is widely considered to be one of the most difficult sections of commercially rafted river in Colorad... Read >

Royal Gorge Rafting – Planning Your Trip on the Legendary Royal Gorge

The Royal Gorge, located on the Arkansas River near Canon City, CO, offers some of the best whitewater rafting in Colorado and the United States. Also called the “Grand Canyon of the Arkansas", the Royal Gorge has 12-miles of Class IV/V (advanced) rafting... Read >

Colorado River Rafting – Choose An Adventure On The Arkansas River

The Arkansas River in Colorado is America's most popular river, and for good reason. With trips ranging from family-friendly to adrenaline-pumping, there truly is something for everyone to enjoy whitewater rafting in Colorado. Whether you're a soccer mom ... Read >

Colorado Rafting Trips – How To Get The Most Out Of The Arkansas River

The Arkansas River Valley is considered by many to be a 'hidden gem' of Colorado. Not only does it boast the highest concentration of 14,000' peaks in the lower 48 states (making it an excellent place for biking, hiking, and fishing) but it also contains... Read >

Colorado Rafting – A Beginner’s Guide to Colorado Whitewater Rafting

One of the biggest misconceptions about rafting in Colorado is that it’s only for people looking for an extreme adventure. This couldn’t be further from the truth! Colorado has plenty of stretches of river that are perfect for the beginner, or those who a... Read >