Schedule of summer activities in Chaffee County Colorado for the summer of 2013. July is just the start of it. Come explore all that Chaffee County has to offer this summer. … Read More
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Class V Rafting on the Arkansas River
I tried to gauge the energy of the van. Nervousness was present, but there was also a version of excitement I haven’t felt in a long time. Although we had just met, we knew that we were going to need to work together as a cohesive unit to successfully maneuver down this stretch of class V whitewater called Pine Creek. … Read More
Colorado Whitewater Rafting Conditions
Flows on the Arkansas River in Colorado are holding steady at around 1,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) in Browns Canyon as of Thursday, June 20, 2013. This provides family-friendly whitewater in Browns Canyon and Bighorn Sheep Canyon; and challenging whitewater in the Royal Gorge, the Numbers and Pine Creek. … Read More
Royal Gorge Reopens for Rafting After Fire
Fire 100% contained. Highway 50 is now open and so is the River Runners Royal Gorge Rafting Center. Rafting trips through the Royal Gorge and Bighorn Sheep Canyon are now running daily. Authorities extracted a cable from the river on Friday, which fell from the Royal Gorge Tram during the fire. … Read More
High Water and FIBArk this Weekend
Father’s Day is coming up this weekend, which means high water on the Arkansas River and FIBArk in Salida, Colorado. Go rafting with River Runners and then celebrate Colorado whitewater rafting heritage at the nation’s oldest whitewater festival. Enjoy river competitions, live music, beer garden, carnival rides… … Read More
Royal Gorge Rafting in Canon City, Colorado
River Runners Royal Gorge Rafting Guides Raft with the Best! River Runners Royal Gorge Rafting trips launch daily May through Labor Day. Go rafting in Canon City, Colorado with a company you can trust. The most experienced raft guides on … Read More
River Runners App for IPhone and Droid
River Runners is getting with the times. Get easy access to river flows, trip descriptions and the latest Colorado whitewater rafting deals with the River Runners App for IPhone and Droid. Also check out daily photos, track loyalty points and learn about the latest news at River Runners. … Read More
First Time Colorado Whitewater Rafting
By now, you’ve either booked a rafting trip with River Runners or are seriously considering it. Whether you wish to cross Colorado whitewater rafting off your “bucket list” or you’re an avid adventurer looking to try another sport, River Runners has a trip for everyone. Raft guides throw around the term “cfs”… … Read More
Memorial Day Weekend Festivities
Get the Colorado whitewater rafting season started this Memorial Day weekend. Paddle Fest is kicking off, the Riverside Grill is opening and the Arkansas River is flowing, which means it’s a great time to leave town and get up to the mountains. Space is available, but it is best to book several days in advance. … Read More
Ride the Wave: Arkansas River on the Rise
Spring runoff is here and the Arkansas River is gaining momentum. Enjoy fun, splashy and exciting whitewater in the Royal Gorge, Bighorn Sheep Canyon, Browns Canyon, Numbers and Pine Creek sections. Experience the thrill of spring runoff for yourself. Save 10% by liking us on Facebook. … Read More