Rafting : Fort Carson

Enjoy a fun and wild ride through BigHorn Sheep Canyon on the mighty Arkansas River. You will be a key element as your guide calls out commands and steers you through some of Colorado’s most classic rapids. No experience is necessary (individuals must be able to swim and weigh a minimum of 50 lbs.). Spots fill up quickly, so reserve your trip today!

Dates: May 29 – August 13 (Wednesday through Sunday)

Cost: $40 per person, $38 per person for groups of 5 or more

♦ Call 526-5176 for more information.

What to wear

Nylon swim trunks, swimsuits, river sandals or old tennis shoes are great for rafting. Try to stay away from anything cotton if possible. Hats are good for sunny days and for those rare overcast or cool days a fleece pullover, a wool hat and socks and a windbreaker would be a great way to stay warm. Wetsuits, splash gear and neoprene booties are available to use for no additional charge. Please note: Cotton WILL NOT keep you warm when it is wet.

What to bring

Dry clothes for the ride home, towels, sunscreen, snacks, and an adventurous attitude. All possessions are left in the attended bus. DO NOT TAKE ANYTHING

THAT YOU DO NOT WANT TO LOSE OR GET WET! We recommend that you leave those good cameras behind. We have professional photographers staged on the river to capture your adventure on film.

Schedule

We will meet at the Outdoor recreation building (2429 Specker Ave) at 0700.

You will be fitted up with your gear, fill out waivers and depart by 0730.

The bus ride to the river is approximately 1 hour. The bus will take a vote on the way back whether or not to stop for lunch in Canon City on the way home.

Overnight Raft Trip:

Experience exhilarating whitewater and sleep under the stars in Brown’s Canyon. This section of the Arkansas River is one of the most scenic runs in Colorado. There’s nothing like whitewater, camping, having fun with friends, and getting away from it all while on the river! Create an adventure you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Cost: $120 per person

♦ Call 526-5176 for more information.

Paddles & Saddles:

Brought back by popular demand, this is the ultimate multi-activity day! Paddles & Saddles is a morning of whitewater rafting in BigHornSheepCanyon and an afternoon of trail riding on horseback at Turkey Creek Ranch.

Dates: TDB

Cost: $65 per person

♦ Call 526-5176 for more information.

Whitewater Rafting & Zip Line:

Do you want to double your adrenaline? Warm up with 9 miles of class III-IV whitewater, then, take 6 zip line rides over 2000 vertical feet down cables suspended as high as 100 feet above the canyon floor. You’ll be smiling ear to ear with this one!

Dates: TBD

Cost: $140

♦ Call 526-5176 for more information.