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Exciting Class III rapids perfect for adventure enthusiasts.
Offering the perfect blend of thrilling whitewater and family-friendly adventures through iconic Browns Canyon. Ideal for rafters looking for excitement, spectacular scenery, and riverside relaxation.
Home to Colorado’s most exhilarating rapids beneath towering canyon walls, delivering bucket-list whitewater experiences. A must-visit for thrill-seekers craving legendary adventure.
Exciting Class III rapids perfect for adventure enthusiasts.
Offering the perfect blend of thrilling whitewater and family-friendly adventures through iconic Browns Canyon. Ideal for rafters looking for excitement, spectacular scenery, and riverside relaxation.
Home to Colorado’s most exhilarating rapids beneath towering canyon walls, delivering bucket-list whitewater experiences. A must-visit for thrill-seekers craving legendary adventure.
When you’re running a summer camp, you’re trusting us with the campers in your care, your camp’s reputation, and an experience that needs to go right every single time. River Runners has worked with camps for decades, and we understand what matters most: dependable trips, smooth coordination, and experiences campers will remember.
We’ll match your camp to the right trip based on camper ages, abilities, and program goals. Whether you need a one-time outing or recurring weekly programming, we offer guaranteed space and set group rates.
Not sure where to start? Tell us about your camp, and we’ll help you figure out what works.
Summer camp pricing is based on trip length, group size, and date. We offer set group rates, tiered pricing for larger groups, and can coordinate recurring weekly trips with guaranteed space and locked-in scheduling.
For camps with buses, our Buena Vista basecamp has easy parking and streamlined arrivals. After the trip, campers can gather at The Beach for lunch or snacks, making the transition smooth before loading back on the bus.
EXCELLENT Based on 951 reviews Posted on Google Jc ConnellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great time and our guide Shawn was awesome!Posted on Google Cecilia GreenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an absolute ahhhmazing experience today. We had Noah as our tour guide and could not have asked for a better time. Thank You! Everything was well explained and the conversations were so helpful and informative as we rafted. Would recommend coming here for any age and stage in life. There were little people on other rafts in our group that did wonderful too.Posted on Google Jakob EkelöwTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great guide! Great river! everyone should do it! Thanks Jayson!Posted on Google Neil LaceyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Enjoyed a great whitewater rafting trip with River Runners near Buena Vista. The River guide Shaun was excellent- he made the trip fun. He was a great coach in guiding us down River. Had a great experience with Courtney in making my trip reservation. They also recently opened a restaurant on the property and serve awesome fish tacos. Check out River Runners for an exciting and fun day on the water!Posted on Google River RunnersTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. AWESOME TIME! Eryn is the best guide ever. She is the best guide I have ever seen, wow!Posted on Google Shawn McMillanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such an awesome trip!! Our guide, "Dodge", was very nice, instructive, professional, kind, and honestly just fun to be with. I highly recommend for anyone!Posted on Google Chris TTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I very rarely leave reviews, but we had an awesome run with Tay! She was easily the best guide I've ever rafted with, including my past runs on other rivers in Colorado, Tennessee, South Carolina & Georgia. Literally everyone in the boat had a blast, kids and adults included! We will definitely ask for her again.Posted on Google KelseyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have been coming to River Runners yearly for almost a decade. It’s one of the highlights of our summer! The guides are ALL fantastic (Ask for William, also known as Mr Pancake), knowledgeable, safe, and entertaining. It's a GREAT activity for families and adults, the scenery is stunning.
Have questions about safety, logistics, or whether rafting is right for your campers? We’ve got you covered.
Safety is our top priority. All trips are led by certified guides trained specifically for youth groups. Every camper gets a thorough safety orientation, proper gear (wetsuits, helmets, PFDs), and we’ll match your group to the appropriate river section based on ages and abilities.
If you have campers with specific needs (medical conditions, varying abilities, behavioral considerations) we’re happy to discuss accommodations. Call us at 719-966-1570.
We work with campers from elementary through high school. Age requirements depend on the trip and current river conditions:
We’ll help you choose the right trip based on your campers’ ages and your program goals. Age requirements may adjust during the high water season (typically mid-June), so it’s best to discuss timing when you reach out.
Absolutely. Many camps work with us for weekly or bi-weekly programming throughout the summer. We can lock in your dates, guarantee space, coordinate schedules, and handle the logistics so you’re not starting from scratch each week.
Camp trips book quickly, especially during peak summer weeks (late June through early August). For recurring weekly trips throughout the summer, early planning is essential. Advanced reservations are highly recommended, but walk-ins are welcome if space is available. This is not always the case; especially during peak season and on weekends.
Ratios depend on the trip and age group, but we maintain industry-standard (and often better) ratios to ensure safety and quality experience. For youth groups, we typically run smaller raft groups to maintain closer supervision.
We’ll provide detailed pre-trip information once you book, but the essentials are:
We provide all rafting gear (wetsuits, splash jackets, helmets, PFDs).
Once you submit a quote request, our team will follow up to confirm camper ages, group size, preferred dates, discuss recurring trip options if relevant, and answer questions about safety and coordination. There’s no obligation: just helpful guidance from people who’ve worked with hundreds of camps.
If you’re still unsure, reach out. We’re happy to walk you through it.
Ready to start planning? Share a few details about your event and we’ll help build the right experience.
*48hr cancellation policy on all trips