$43/Child $55/Adult

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BIGHORN SHEEP CANYON 3HR Family Rafting Denver Colorado River Rafting in Canon City, Colorado

Denver rafting for families

A half day whitewater rafting trip through Bighorn Sheep Canyon is a great first-time rafting adventure for families visiting Denver who don’t have time for the full day (only three hours round trip).  Select a half day Colorado river rafting trip through Bighorn Sheep Canyon on the Arkansas River and experience what whitewater rafting is all about. Big waves, amazing Colorado wildlife, and family outdoor fun is what you can experience on this classic Arkansas River whitewater rafting trip.

Being prepared for your Denver rafting trip

• Confirm meeting location – Be sure to confirm what River Runners location your trip leaves from.
• Check in one hour early – Check in with our friendly front office staff one hour prior to your trip time to sign waivers and suit up for your rafting trip.
• Dress appropriately - Polypro, fleece, wool, and other materials that are designed to dry quickly are good things to bring. Cotton is not recommended. Sandals with a heel strap or closed toed shoes that can drain are good footwear options. Neoprene wetsuits and booties, and nylon splash tops are available for rent at River Runners.
• Wear plenty of sunscreen – The Colorado sun is intense and you don’t want to spend your vacation in pain from too much it.
• Stay hydrated – drink plenty of water and bring a bottle with you.
• Listen to your guide – Pay attention to the safety orientation and paddle talks at the beginning of the trip and follow instruction while exploring the river.
• Ensure proper fit of your safety equipment - Personal flotation devices (PFDs) and helmets are provided. Be sure that a guide checks the fit and that all buckles are snapped while on the river.

Additional Bighorn Sheep Canyon rafting information

• No experience necessary.
• Children must be six years old and at least 50 pounds (varies depending on water level).
• Helmets, paddles and PFDs included.
• Wetsuits, splash tops and booties are available to rent.
• Professional photographers shoot every trip.
• All participants will be required to sign a waiver and release form upon arrival and prior to trip departure.
• This trip departs from the River Runners Royal Gorge Rafting Center, an easy and scenic 2.5 hour drive from Denver, Colorado.
• Please arrive one hour before your trip.

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River Runners Rafting Canon City, Colorado