The Lower Canyon on Clear Creek
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Join us for an exhilarating trip through the most scenic section of Clear Creek. This is a great option for rafters seeking a little more challenge than our introductory whitewater, but it’s still appropriate for physically fit first-timers. You’ll get plenty of excitement on each rapid without the pressure of continuous whitewater.

Our Lower Canyon white water rafting trip takes you straight into the Class IV whitewater of Upper Beaver Falls, Lower Beaver Falls, and The Nixon Rapids. By the time you catch your breath, you’ll be headed into our Class V section of whitewater where you will encounter such famous rapids Guide Ejector, Double Knife, Hells Corner, and Terminator.

Blast down the Lower Canyon of Clear Creek and enjoy one of the most continuous sections of whitewater in Colorado – only 30 minutes from Denver! Rush through impressive scenery and an even more impressive gradient on this 10-mile run that drops 150 feet/mile through the canyon.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Life jackets, wetsuits, splash jackets, and helmets are provided FREE of charge
  • Best Clear Creek Advanced Rafting Dates: Early May to Mid-July
  • Highly challenging whitewater rafting on Clear Creek!
  • Close to Denver, Boulder, Winter Park and Summit County
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Location: Idaho Springs, CO VIEW MAPVIEW MAP

Activities: Whitewater Rafting Colorado

Duration: 1/2 Day

Difficulty: Level 6

River Rating: Class V

Minimum Age: 15 years old

Price:
from $119 Ages 15+ 15% off
with promo SNOWDANCE24

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Get ready for this hardcore adventure by reading through the suggested items and gear lists AVA Rafting & Zipline has put together. We want you to be good to go for your adventure so there aren’t any last minute expenses the morning of your trip. AVA also will provide each guest a wetsuit and splash jacket setup, so you won’t have to worry about that.

EQUIPMENT

  • PFD
  • Wetsuit
  • Splash jacket
  • Helmet
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DAY 1

  • Meet at the Idaho Springs Outpost
  • Gear up & meet your guide
  • Hit the rapids!
  • Shuttle back to the Outpost
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DEPARTURE DATES & TIMES

Schedule
Trips available May – August
Trips leave Daily at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM

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