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Clear Creek Whitewater Rafting Trip: Intermediate Level

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Clear Creek Whitewater Rafting Trip: Intermediate Level

About this activity

Clear Creek is one of the best whitewater rafting rivers in Colorado, and for great reasons. The canyon offers all levels of whitewater challenge, and easy access. The setting includes scenic flats, mining ruins, wildlife, and, of course, exciting whitewater flowing over rocks.

Nearby is Idaho Springs, where the gold rush began. It is the first city founded in Colorado, in 1859. This quaint town is nestled in the foothills of some of Colorado’s best mountains and holds a unique place in the state’s history. As the place where the Colorado Gold Rush started, this little town holds a lot of secrets, including one of the best river rafting areas in the State!

Conveniently located about 30 minutes west of Denver, and close to Breckenridge, Silverthorne, Dillon, and Winter Park, Clear Creek has rafting trip options for varying ability and experience levels.

Extreme Sports Rafting White Water Rafting On the Water Seasonal Small Group Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 7 people
People per booking
1–7
Guide
English
Operated by
Colorado Adventure Guides

Ages: Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Bus transport from our boathouse to the put-in
  • Included: Professional and certified guides
  • Included: All safety & rafting equipment

Not included

  • Not included: Splash tops, booties, and/or wetsuits can be rented for a nominal fee on site.

Itinerary

Looking to step it up a notch from a beginner rafting trip? Choose the Intermediate option. Our Intermediate raft trip is a great choice for experienced paddlers or aggressive first timers craving the thrill and challenge of whitewater. With a steady dose of fun and challenging rapids, this trip requires active paddling and participation as we navigate the river as a team. First time paddlers and experienced paddlers alike are welcome, but active paddling is required and you must be at least 12 to participate. Being in good physical condition and having the ability to swim are recommended. Clear Creek is steep and narrow, and this section passes through over a dozen rapids as the river drops about 75 feet per mile. Listen to your guide, hold onto your paddle and get ready to get wet! This exciting stretch of the river is Clear Creek’s most popular trip with continuous class III and IV rapids. Navigate rapids with such names as Nomad, Fall River, Phoenix, Deliverance, and the class IV climax, Outer Limits Rapid.

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Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • PHONE Colorado Rafting Company / Colorado Adventure Guides at least one day prior to your adventure and we'll tell you the exact meeting location.

End point

  • PHONE Colorado Rafting Company / Colorado Adventure Guides at least one day prior to your adventure and we'll tell you the exact meeting location.

Using your ticket

PHONE Colorado Rafting Company / Colorado Adventure Guides at least one day prior to your adventure. The exact meeting location. is Colorado Rafting Company, 291 CR 308, Dumont, CO

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Clear Creek Whitewater Rafting Trip: Intermediate Level

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