Clear Creek Beginner Whitewater Rafting Trip
Beginner Rafting on Clear Creek in Colorado
Learn more about:
- Clear Creek Half Day Intermediate Rafting Trips
- Clear Creek Full Day Intermediate Rafting Trips
- Clear Creek Half Day Advanced Rafting Trips
- Clear Creek Full Day Advanced Rafting Trips
Come visit our beautiful 4,000 sq-ft rafting Outpost in Idaho Springs!
Need a quick adventure for a work event, school event, scouting trip or family reunion? Coming from Denver, Boulder, Summit County or Winter Park? The Clear Creek rafting trips designed for first-time rafters are an excellent introduction to whitewater rafting for all ages and abilities and adds excitement to all Colorado excursions!
— Cathy BellinghieriOur family went on the Pine Creek/Numbers trip last week. Our guide, John, was great. We had a super time! Even on the challenging rapids we felt that John and the other guides always had safety precautions in place. We’ll be back again.
- Great addition for any meeting or convention – we even have custom rafting trips!
- Unique activity for team building or improving leadership skills – group rates available on parties of 10 or more!
- Family Reunion Rafting Trips??? Yep – we even plan river trips for special events like wedding parties, scout groups, athletic teams or bachelor parties!
- A river trip is something special and memorable for summer vacations in Colorado.
- Clear Creek whitewater provides great fun at great prices – the perfect family getaway from the Front Range without going too far or spending too much money!
- Clear Creek rafting offers shorter trips with multiple daily departures that fit easily into anyone’s itinerary.
- Clear Creek whitewater rafting provides a unique introduction to Colorado’s Wild West.
Lions and tigers and bears! Oh my! As you marvel at the beautiful Colorado scenery on your Clear Creek rafting trip, keep a lookout for Big Horn Sheep, river otters, deer and other native wildlife. Sorry, no tigers, BUT if you’re lucky, you may glimpse a mountain lion or bear! Check out the historic waterwheel and mine sites too!
Remember to wear fast drying clothes, bring sunscreen and sunglasses (preferably with a strap!) as well as sure footed shoes for the rocky bank and we’ll take care of the rest! Here are some other things you should know about the beginner rafting trip on Clear Creek:
- 1/3-day beginner rafting Class II/III
- Meets at our Idaho Springs/Clear Creek Outpost
- Trip Duration: approx. 1 1/2 hours on the river (can be less time with higher water levels)
- Approximately 7 miles of travel down river
- Multiple departure times per day
- Minimum requirements: 6 years old and 50 lbs.
- Rafts accommodate approx. 7-8 people plus the guide
- Wetsuits, splash jackets, life jackets and helmets are provided
- Great introduction to whitewater rafting
- Perfect for the whole family!
- Typical Clear Creek whitewater rafting season: May-early August
- Splash your way through Clear Creek’s historic mining valley including eleven Class III rapids like Dizzy Lizzy, Mountain Lion, Castle Falls, and the grand finale, Mr. Twister!!
- $49 adults, $44 child 6-12
Our Clear Creek Outpost is based in the historic mining town of Idaho Springs. Located just off Interstate 70 and only 40 minutes from Denver and just under an hour from Boulder, Winter Park and Summit County!
Wondering what to do when your Clear Creek rafting trip ends? Idaho Springs is a small town with a big history and lots more to enjoy:
- Learn about one of the original strikes of the Front Range gold rush at the mining museum
- Explore the gold mines yourself on a mine tour
- Drive Scenic Hwy 103 from Idaho Springs to Evergreen: along the way, hike (or drive) Mt. Evans, a Colorado 14er, and visit Echo Lake
- Relax in the nearby Hot Springs
- Stroll down the main street and visit the many shops and restaurants
- Combine your rafting trip with one of Colorado’s other great outdoor activities like Rock Climbing and Zip Line Tours for your own unique Colorado adventure!
Join us for a fun and thrilling whitewater rafting adventure on Clear Creek – you’ll be glad you did!
