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We have Colorado half day rafting trips for all ages and ability levels. Mild to wild! Call us if you need any help choosing the right half day trip for your group. Our Browns Canyon half day is our most popular Colorado rafting trip, great for ages 7 and up. If you are looking for a little more action we recommend The Numbers, great for ages 14+.

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Colorado Half Day River Trips

Half-Day Rafting Adventures

We offer Colorado half-day rafting trips for all ages and skill levels, whether you’re looking for a family-friendly float or a more adventurous ride. Our trips provide stunning scenery, exciting rapids, and a fun experience on the water. Not sure which trip is right for your group? Call our team, and we’ll help you choose the best adventure for an unforgettable day on the river!

Browns Canyon Half Day Rafting Trip

Browns Canyon Half Day

Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Our half day Browns Canyon rafting trip takes you down approximately 10 miles of the exciting and beautiful Arkansas River. This Colorado white water rafting trip is appropriate for most ages and abilities. There are plenty of fun class II-III+ rapids and majestic views of the beautiful granite canyon. Whether you’re a first time rafter, an experienced paddler or a family looking for some excitement, Browns Canyon is the place for you! Expect to get wet on this adventure as a member of our highly trained and certified staff guide you through this fun stretch of river. This 3+ hour trip offers incredibly scenic views of the Collegiate Peaks, an abundance of protected wildlife, and crystal clear Rocky Mountain white water. Between rapids, you’ll have time to relax and catch your breath as you get to know your guide and learn more about the majestic views all around you. Our half day trips leave our Buena Vista white water outpost at 9 am or 1:30 pm, check in 30 minutes prior. Highlights
  • Approximately 10 river miles
  • Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Rapids such as Pin Ball, Zoom Flume and Big Drop
  • Family intermediate white water rafting
  • $106
  • ~3.5 Hours
  • III & IV
The Numbers Half Day Rafting Trip

Numbers Half Day

The Numbers on the Arkansas River is one of the best sections of white water rafting in Colorado if you are looking for a fun, action packed, non-stop ride. This class IV intermediate to advanced rafting trip is great for experienced rafters or adventurous first timers. Participants should be in good physical condition and ready to paddle! The Numbers half day section has 7 major rapids, numbered off one through seven (real original names, I know) but that’s not all, there are plenty of other rapids in-between the major ones. This section is very continuous without much down time. Not only is this section exciting but it is beautiful too. There are many majestic views of the Collegiate Peaks and the Mosquito mountain range located just north of Buena Vista, Colorado. Trip times are at 10 am and 12:45 pm out of our Buena Vista outpost. We recommend participants to be 15 years old or older. Free wetsuit, splash top and river shoe rentals are included. We are sure to give you and your group the thrill of a lifetime with this rafting tour.
  • $115
  • ~3 Hours
  • IV
Family float half day rafting trip in Colorado through Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River.

Family Float Half Day

Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Our half day Browns Canyon rafting trip takes you down approximately 10 miles of the exciting and beautiful Arkansas River. This Colorado white water rafting trip is appropriate for most ages and abilities. There are plenty of fun class II-III+ rapids and majestic views of the beautiful granite canyon. Whether you’re a first time rafter, an experienced paddler or a family looking for some excitement, Browns Canyon is the place for you! Expect to get wet on this adventure as a member of our highly trained and certified staff guide you through this fun stretch of river. This 3+ hour trip offers incredibly scenic views of the Collegiate Peaks, an abundance of protected wildlife, and crystal clear Rocky Mountain white water. Between rapids, you’ll have time to relax and catch your breath as you get to know your guide and learn more about the majestic views all around you. Our half day trips leave our Buena Vista white water outpost at 9 am or 1:30 pm, check in 30 minutes prior. Highlights
  • Approximately 10 river miles
  • Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Rapids such as Pin Ball, Zoom Flume and Big Drop
  • Family intermediate white water rafting
  • $106
  • ~3.5 Hours
  • II
Browns Canyon 2 Day Trips - Browns Canyon Rafting

Browns Canyon 2 Day Trip

Make amazing memories this summer rafting the Arkansas River with family and friends. The Browns Canyon overnight whitewater rafting trip is great for any ability level. This trip starts up on The Narrows and rafts through Browns Canyon National Monument. White water raft all day, sleep under a starry Colorado sky in a National Monument and remember your adventure for a lifetime. Browns Canyon navigates you down exciting world-class rapids and picturesque stretches for invigoration and relaxation. The majestic scenery of Browns Canyon National Monument and the snowcapped Collegiate Peaks surround you day and night. This is truly the best way to experience Colorado’s whitewater rafting! Escape your worries and unplug! Here nature welcomes you to enjoy time spent with your family or friends and relax riverside. Our guides will take care of all the heavy lifting, you guys just enjoy yourselves! Day 1
  • Meet at our Buena Vista Outpost at 9:30 am
  • Gear Up And Meet Your Guides
  • Hit The Rapids
  • Stop and enjoy a riverside lunch prepared by your guides
  • Hit more rapids
  • Camp in Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Free Time: Hike, Explore, Fish, Play Games, Or Just Relax
  • Enjoy A Delicious Dinner Prepared By Your Guides
  • Catch Some ZZZs Under The Stars Or In Your Tent (Provided)
Day 2
  • Wake Up To A Delicious Breakfast Prepared By Your Guides
  • Take A Little More Time To Enjoy Camp
  • Pack Up And Launch
  • Stop For Another Great Riverside Lunch
  • Hit The Rapids One More Time
  • Arrive Back At Our Outpost Around 3 PM
Highlights
  • Approximately 35 River Miles
  • Raft And Camp In Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Family Intermediate White Water Rafting
  • Delicious Meals Provided: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, And Lunch
  • Premium Surf And Turf & Vegetarian Meal Packages Available
  • Camping Equipment Provided: Dry Bag, Tent, Chairs, Coolers, Tables
  • $489 per person
  • 2 Days
  • III+
Numbers and Browns Canyon 2 Day Trip - Browns Canyon Rafting

Numbers and Browns Canyon 2 Day Trip

At Browns Canyon Rafting, we believe that there is nothing in the world like overnight white water rafting in Colorado, and this is our favorite. On day one you will raft the fun and challenging Numbers class IV section and continue through the Narrows. After lunch you will continue to your camp site in Browns Canyon National Monument. Great secluded camp sites! Day two you will raft through the rest of the fun Browns Canyon section. This overnight is great for thrill seekers and adventurous first timers! All meals from lunch on day one to lunch on day two are provided and use high quality ingredients, you won’t go hungry. We are always happy to accommodate special dietary needs and special requests. At camp enjoy games, hikes, fishing, or just relax while your guides set up camp. The Arkansas River is truly beautiful, with breathtaking views of Colorado’s famous fourteen thousand foot peaks, and of course, fun rapids. Truly the best way to spend time with friends and family, and the best way experience Colorado’s whitewater rafting! Day 1
  • Meet at our Buena Vista Outpost at 9:30 am
  • Gear Up And Meet Your Guides
  • Hit The Rapids
  • Stop and enjoy a riverside lunch prepared by your guides
  • Hit more rapids
  • Camp in Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Free Time: Hike, Explore, Fish, Play Games, Or Just Relax
  • Enjoy A Delicious Dinner Prepared By Your Guides
  • Catch Some ZZZs Under The Stars Or In Your Tent (Provided)
Day 2
  • Wake Up To A Delicious Breakfast Prepared By Your Guides
  • Take A Little More Time To Enjoy Camp
  • Pack Up And Launch
  • Stop For Another Great Riverside Lunch
  • Hit The Rapids One More Time
  • Arrive Back At Our Outpost Around 3 PM
Highlights
  • Approximately 31 River Miles
  • Raft The Numbers, Narrows and Browns Canyon
  • Thrilling Class IV Whitewater
  • Camp In Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Delicious Meals Provided: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, And Lunch
  • Premium Surf And Turf & Vegetarian Meal Packages Available
  • $539 per person
  • 2 Days
  • IV
Pine Creek 2 Day Rafting Trips - Browns Canyon Rafting

Pine Creek 2-Day Overnight Trip

This trip is for experienced paddlers and adrenaline seekers over 16!On this two day Arkansas River overnight rafting trip you will raft through the infamous Pine Creek class V, Numbers class IV and Browns Canyon class III sections. Day one is action packed starting up at the Granite Gorge and making your way through Pine Creek and the Numbers. This section is narrow with steep drops and pour overs. Pine Creek rapid itself is a continuous 1.5 miles long rapid dropping 200 feet per mile. You will camp towards the top of Browns Canyon in the National Monument wilderness area. After getting to camp you will have time to celebrate, explore, hike, fish or just relax as our guides prepare a feast for your group. After a good nights sleep, under the stars or in a tent, you will continue your rafting adventure through Browns Canyon National Monument. There are still many fun class III+ rapids to come during the final leg of your voyage! Day 1
  • Meet at our Buena Vista Outpost at 9:30 am
  • Gear Up And Meet Your Guides
  • Hit The Rapids
  • Stop and enjoy a riverside lunch prepared by your guides
  • Hit The Numbers and Narrows
  • Camp in Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Free Time: Hike, Explore, Fish, Play Games, Or Just Relax
  • Enjoy A Delicious Dinner Prepared By Your Guides
  • Catch Some ZZZs Under The Stars Or In Your Tent (Provided)
Day 2
  • Wake Up To A Delicious Breakfast Prepared By Your Guides
  • Take A Little More Time To Enjoy Camp
  • Pack Up And Launch
  • Stop For Another Great Riverside Lunch
  • Hit The Rapids One More Time
  • Arrive Back At Our Outpost Around 3 PM
Highlights
  • Approximately 36 River Miles
  • Raft Pine Creek, Numbers, Narrows and Browns Canyon
  • Thrilling Advanced Class V Whitewater
  • Camp in Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Premium Surf And Turf & Vegetarian Meal Packages Available
  • Camping Equipment Provided: Dry Bag, Tent, Chairs, Coolers, Tables
  • $559 per person
  • 2 Days
  • III - V
Browns Canyon Half Day Rafting Trip

Browns Canyon Half Day

Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Our half day Browns Canyon rafting trip takes you down approximately 10 miles of the exciting and beautiful Arkansas River. This Colorado white water rafting trip is appropriate for most ages and abilities. There are plenty of fun class II-III+ rapids and majestic views of the beautiful granite canyon. Whether you’re a first time rafter, an experienced paddler or a family looking for some excitement, Browns Canyon is the place for you! Expect to get wet on this adventure as a member of our highly trained and certified staff guide you through this fun stretch of river. This 3+ hour trip offers incredibly scenic views of the Collegiate Peaks, an abundance of protected wildlife, and crystal clear Rocky Mountain white water. Between rapids, you’ll have time to relax and catch your breath as you get to know your guide and learn more about the majestic views all around you. Our half day trips leave our Buena Vista white water outpost at 9 am or 1:30 pm, check in 30 minutes prior. Highlights
  • Approximately 10 river miles
  • Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Rapids such as Pin Ball, Zoom Flume and Big Drop
  • Family intermediate white water rafting
  • $106
  • ~3.5 Hours
  • III & IV
The Numbers Half Day Rafting Trip

Numbers Half Day

The Numbers on the Arkansas River is one of the best sections of white water rafting in Colorado if you are looking for a fun, action packed, non-stop ride. This class IV intermediate to advanced rafting trip is great for experienced rafters or adventurous first timers. Participants should be in good physical condition and ready to paddle! The Numbers half day section has 7 major rapids, numbered off one through seven (real original names, I know) but that’s not all, there are plenty of other rapids in-between the major ones. This section is very continuous without much down time. Not only is this section exciting but it is beautiful too. There are many majestic views of the Collegiate Peaks and the Mosquito mountain range located just north of Buena Vista, Colorado. Trip times are at 10 am and 12:45 pm out of our Buena Vista outpost. We recommend participants to be 15 years old or older. Free wetsuit, splash top and river shoe rentals are included. We are sure to give you and your group the thrill of a lifetime with this rafting tour.
  • $115
  • ~3 Hours
  • IV
Family float half day rafting trip in Colorado through Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River.

Family Float Half Day

Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Our half day Browns Canyon rafting trip takes you down approximately 10 miles of the exciting and beautiful Arkansas River. This Colorado white water rafting trip is appropriate for most ages and abilities. There are plenty of fun class II-III+ rapids and majestic views of the beautiful granite canyon. Whether you’re a first time rafter, an experienced paddler or a family looking for some excitement, Browns Canyon is the place for you! Expect to get wet on this adventure as a member of our highly trained and certified staff guide you through this fun stretch of river. This 3+ hour trip offers incredibly scenic views of the Collegiate Peaks, an abundance of protected wildlife, and crystal clear Rocky Mountain white water. Between rapids, you’ll have time to relax and catch your breath as you get to know your guide and learn more about the majestic views all around you. Our half day trips leave our Buena Vista white water outpost at 9 am or 1:30 pm, check in 30 minutes prior. Highlights
  • Approximately 10 river miles
  • Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument
  • Rapids such as Pin Ball, Zoom Flume and Big Drop
  • Family intermediate white water rafting
  • $106
  • ~3.5 Hours
  • II
Private Full or Half Day Raft Trip - Browns Canyon Rafting

Private Full or Half Day Raft Trip

Enjoy a fully customizable private raft trip on the Arkansas River. This trip is exclusive to your group. We will create a custom trip with your own private shuttle, raft, guide… your own adventure! Choose which river section and what time you would like to raft. Browns Canyon National Monument (anytime between 9am and 3pm), The Numbers (any time between 9am and 2pm) or our Family Float (anytime between 9am and 3pm). This trip includes all rafting equipment, wetsuit packages and lunch on the full day. The listed price is for one raft with up to six guests. If your group is larger please let us know and we can give you a custom quote. Give us a call and we can create the best trip for you and your group! Highlights
  • Private Shuttle And Raft
  • Custom Trip Time
  • Free Wetsuit, Splash Top, And River Shoe Rentals
  • World-Class White Water
  • $995 - $1395
  • Half or Full Day
  • II – IV
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Have more questions?

If you have any questions about the half-day river trips, call our reservation office to speak with an expert on our team and make sure it’s the ideal choice for your group.

Call Today To Book

(719) 275-2890

Have more questions?

If you have any questions about the half-day river trips, call our reservation office to speak with an expert on our team and make sure it’s the ideal choice for your group.

Call Today To Book

(719) 275-2890