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Clear Creek River

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The first major gold strike in Colorado was on January 7, 1859, in Idaho Springs by George Jackson. The gold strike brought many miners to the area, all in search of gold, establishing the Denver Mountain Area. Today, many flock to Idaho Springs and the surrounding area for many recreational activities, such as rafting on the Clear Creek River.

The Clear Creek River is the closest raftable river to downtown Denver, only requiring a 30-minute drive west. This steep, narrow and technical river winds through the historic mining valley of Idaho Springs and contains more rapids than most commercially rafted rivers in the state. The river is open for rafting from May through July.

This area also boasts beautiful mountain scenery, with an abundance of wildlife. If you watch carefully during your time on the river, you can see muskrat, beaver, deer, bighorn sheep, and even an occasional bear or mountain lion.

The Clear Creek River has an average gradient of 67 feet per mile, and over 100 feet per mile on the advanced sections of the stream. For an exciting advanced trip, you will experience a drop of over 1300 vertical feet and weave your way through 30 major rapids. However, this relatively small stream also offers trips for adventurous beginners and intermediate rafters with rapids generally Class III-IV.

What You Should Know About Whitewater River Rafting In Colorado

The International Rapid Rating Scale:

  • Class I: Easy. Fast moving water with riffles, small waves.
  • Class II: Novice. Straightforward rapids, wide, clear channels.
  • Class III: Intermediate. Rapids, moderate, irregular waves.
  • Class IV: Advanced. Intense, powerful rapids, precise boat
    • handling.
  • Class V: Expert. Long, obstructed, violent rapids.

Places to Stay and Fun Things to Do

ATV Tours @ Mile Hi Rafting and A & A Horseback Riding email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page
Located on Clear Creek minutes from Denver & Summit County. Scenic ATV & Horse mountain tours are just 45 minutes from Denver. We offer fun professionally guided tours on Clear Creek & Arkansas rivers.
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AVA's Colorado Rafting photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
World-class rafting trips, from mild floats to advanced whitewater. Discounts offered daily, free wetsuits & jackets. Trips on 8 rivers in multiple Colorado locations, including rafting only 30 minutes from Denver.
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Adventure Company, The photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Whitewater Rafting on 4 different rivers, serving vacationers from Breckenridge to Buena Vista. Also offered are fishing float trips, rock climbing, biking, hiking, hot air ballooning & kayak instruction.
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Agate Dog Inc dba Geo Tours Whitewater Raft Trips email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page
Based in Denver Metro Area in Morrison! Geo Tours is "Whitewater Rafting" in Denver. Experienced Staff - same ownership since 1981. Clear Creek - part-day trips; closest to Denver! The perfect family outing.
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Breckenridge Whitewater Rafting photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
Trips on 8 rivers across Colorado! Our dedicated, skilled, and enthusiastic guides will show you the best river rafting adventure. Discounts offered daily. Free wetsuits and jackets.
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Clear Creek Rafting Co. email link button on advertiser page photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
TWO GREAT RIVERS - TWO CONVENIENT LOCATIONS! Whitewater trips on the Arkansas River (Royal Gorge) and on Clear Creek (Idaho Springs), 1/3 day to multi-day trips there's something for everyone.
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Performance Tours Whitewater Rafting email link button on advertiser page vacation specials & packages
Conveniently located in Breckenridge, Buena Vista & Royal Gorge. Raft the Blue River, Colorado River & Arkansas River.
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Raft Masters, Inc photos on advertiser page mutual link button on advertiser page
ALWAYS FREE wetsuits. Raft three rivers: The incredible Arkansas, 45 miles from Colorado Springs in Canon City; Clear Creek, only 30 miles from Denver; and the Colorado, 2 hours northwest of Denver.
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The "Whitewater Professionals" since 1972! Half, Full and Multi-day trips for all ages and abilities. Private beach and hot showers await your group. Buena Vista and Royal Gorge.
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