River Runners – One of Colorado’s Favorite White Water Rafting Companies Join us for our 40th year River Runners is one of Colorado’s favorite white water rafting companies – offering the best white water rafting trips on the Arkansas River in Colorado since 1972. With three fully staffed offices, a riverside campground, private launch site and public Riverside Grill, River Runners’ extensive facilities, quality rafting equipment and river guiding experience is unrivaled by any other rafting outfitter in Colorado.

Colorado Rafting Staff: The Backbone of our Operation.

We are “The White water Professionals”TM. River Runners is known for having more senior guides than any other rafting company in Colorado. With a blend of pleasant personalities and strong work ethics, you can rely on our guides to enhance your white water river trip with their informative knowledge of the environment, history, geology and wildlife of the Arkansas River.

A Trusted Colorado White Water Rafting Company: Our Safety Record Speaks for Itself.

There are more than 50 white water rafting companies on the Arkansas River alone, so it is important to choose a Colorado white water rafting company you can trust. Minimum training for a first-year guide at River Runners is double that required by Colorado State Parks and many of our staff are Emergency Medical Technicians or Wilderness First Responders. River Runners guides are well-versed in all aspects of river rescue and have trained on how to work together in crisis management situations. We use only the most modern equipment and have a fleet of more than seventy self-bailing rafts available. All of our guests are provided with regularly inspected U.S. Coast Guard approved type V personal flotation devices (pfd) and helmets for your safety while rafting on the Arkansas River. Wetsuits, neoprene booties and splash tops are also available for your added comfort.

Customer Service: It’s What we do.

It’s not just the time on the river that impresses River Runners guests, it’s the genuine care they receive from their first phone call. We do our best to make every experience one worth doing again and again.

Rafting Group Discounts

If you’re planning a group white water rafting trip in Colorado this summer, you have found the right place. The best Colorado group rafting deals are right here at River Runners and Adrift Adventures. Call today and our expert staff will develop a custom quote and itinerary just for you.

We can provide exclusive and specialty white water rafting trips for school groups, church groups, Boy Scout groups, corporate groups, family reunions, bachelor parties, weddings or just a group of friends. Regardless of what type of group you are, everyone is sure to enjoy our convenient locations, renovated facilities, quality rafting equipment and wide selection of group rafting trips in Colorado.

Group camping and lodging accommodations can also be arranged through our partners.