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Family rafting Arkansas River with Echo Canyon.
Echo Canyon River Rafting in a large group on white water.
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Whether you’re looking for an extreme whitewater rafting trip, a multi-night water-and-camping adventure or a calm scenic float, Echo Canyon is your trusted guide for authentic, safe, Colorado river-rafting fun.

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Since 1978, Echo Canyon River Expeditions has been the preferred Colorado whitewater rafting outfitter, helping new rafters and experienced rafting enthusiasts conquer the state’s wild rivers under the calm instruction of the region’s most-trusted (and most fun) guides.

Variety is best part of rafting with Echo Canyon! Want a relaxing day spent floating on gorgeous, calm waters with the family? They’ve got it. How about a crashing, splashing, white water adventure filled with teamwork, laughter and pulse-pounding fun? Yes, they’ve got that, too! Echo Canyon’s goal is to make a day on the river accessible to most skill levels, while always focusing on safety. Hop on for a half-day, full-day, and multi-day rafting trip that can range from a few miles to 50 miles. Yes, you read that right, 50 miles of river rafting.

There’s more, too. Echo Canyon has a variety of Colorado outdoor packages for those of you who just can’t be satisfied with one adventure a day like zip lining, train rides and crossing the Royal Gorge Bridge

After the Rafting

When your day is done, you and your rafting partners can re-fuel at the 8 Mile Bar & Grill. There’s craft beer and hot, delicious meals to help you replenish your strength after rafting. Or, if you’re not finished exploring the region just yet, you can even stay a night or two. Echo Canyon has some seriously lovely lodging options ranging from luxury cabins to high-class glamping (luxury camping) under the stars.

No matter how you choose to raft the Arkansas River, Echo Canyon will provide exactly what you need. They’re the experts on blending safety, excitement and fun to create unforgettable memories. If you’re seeking the perfect vacation, crafted right here in Colorado, you’ve found it here. 

Things to know

From $119 / person
Hours

Winter: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday.

Summer: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Daily

White water rafting runs May through September. Lodging is available year-round.

Average time

3-6 hours

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FAQs

Echo Canyon recommends quick dry shorts or swimsuits, a short sleeve or long sleeve synthetic shirt, and secure footwear like sports sandals or tennis shoes. Echo Canyon has you covered with complimentary wetsuits, splash jackets and river shoes if the conditions are on the cooler side.

The best time for family rafting is in early July.

The best time for adventure rafting is early to mid-June. 

If you have questions or concerns, give the crew a call. They are experts in creating experiences that meet the skills and needs of guests. Tell them who is in your group, what kind of experience you are looking for and any special concerns you might have. You'll feel very good about booking your trip if you follow their recommendations. 

Echo Canyon river trips leave as scheduled, rain or shine. However, they reserve the right to cancel or shorten a trip due to extreme weather conditions, or if they feel it would be unsafe to continue. Echo Canyon guides will assess water depth and flow, lightning and water temperature when making the decision to pause, shorten or cancel a trip. 

The 14-foot, self-bailing rafts will accommodate 7-8 guests and 1 guide. At lower water levels, they will usually take no more than 6 guests in a raft. If you wish to guarantee a raft with only members of your party, you may purchase the additional spots in the raft.

Each guest must read, understand, initial and sign Echo Canyon’s Assumption of Risk, Release of Liability and Indemnification Agreement Form (PDF file). All minors (under age 18) must sign, AS WELL AS their parents or legal guardians, in order to participate in any trip we offer.

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