Rafting in Colorado Manitou Springs
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River Rafting

Colorado has probably the best river rafting in the country. Manitou Springs is centrally located to some of the best white water river rafting in Colorado. Only an hours drive from downtown Manitou Springs, white water river rafting is at its best on the Arkansas River. CaƱon City boasts The Royal Gorge, considered the "Grand Canyon" of the Arkansas River. White water enthusiasts get the full range of options from Class IV adventure to milder Class III and II.

If it's white-knuckle thrills you're seeking, a two hour drive West to Buena Vista will give you a true Class V experience at Pine Creek. Probably the most popular rafting trip in the Pike Peak region is Browns Canyon, also in Buena Vista, Colorado.

Of course if you don't want too much excitement, take yourself and your family on a scenic Family Float, a relaxing river rafting trip with incredible views of the surrounding 14,000 foot  peaks.

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12847 Hwy 24 and 285
800 497-7238
Colorado's Premier Rafting Outfitter since 1987. The original outfitter to adopt a "No First-Year Guide" policy! Lodging & Adventure Packages for convenience & savings! The Adventure Company is proud to have the most experienced guides on the river. All guides are in at least their 4th year of guiding.
45000 U.S. Highway 50 W
719 275-3154 or 800 748-2953
Whitewater fun for the entire family. Half and full day trips on the Arkansas River. Call for free brochure. Just 1 hour from Manitou Springs.
2315 E. Main St
719 275-6645 or 800 568-7238
20 years experience providing quality outings for all group sizes. Bases near Denver and Colorado Springs provide easy access for trips from either location. Free wetsuits!
24070 C.R. 301
719 395-2466 or 888 350-7782
Hot springs & cool rafting from our Riverside Resort. Raft Browns Canyon & get discount hot springs tickets. Family friendly & advanced whitewater trips every day from May-Sept. The Whitewater Professionals since 1972.
44641 US Hwy 50
719 395-2466 or 888 350-7782
Raft the world famous Royal Gorge. Get discount tickets for the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park. Family friendly & advanced whitewater trips every day May - September. The Whitewater Professionals since 1972.
The Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
354 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, CO 80829 Local (719) 685-5089 or Toll Free (800) 642-2567