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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.

The Numbers section of the Arkansas River offers some of the greatest white water rafting in Colorado and in the country!  This Buena Vista white water rafting trip will show you the meaning of excitement. Experience 13 miles of continuous class IV+ rapids that are sure to provide a heart pounding and adrenaline pumping adventure. If you’re looking for big drops, splashes and non-stop action then this is the rafting trip for you. Pay close attention your expert guide as he instructs and maneuvers the raft with the help of your paddles through the steep drops and narrow channels. Try not to miss the majestic views of the Collegiate Peaks as you navigate eight Class IV+ exciting rapids and continuous whitewater before lunch. Take a much needed break and catch your breath while enjoying a delicious riverside lunch prepared for you by your guide. We continue the excitement down stream as you raft The Narrows section, also known as Wild Horse Canyon, and tackling six more Class III-IV rapids.  Your trip concludes in our town’s favorite spot, the Buena Vista white water play park.  Up for another challenge?  Your guide can surely be talked into surfing the play wave! This is a physically demanding trip, appropriate for thrill seekers or adventurous first timers.  Good physical condition is recommended. Highlights

• Action packed Intermediate to advanced Colorado white water rafting
  • No experience necessary but good physical condition recommended
• Free wetsuit, splash top and footwear rentals
• Experienced and entertaining guides
• Majestic Rocky Mountain views
• Fresh and delicious deli style lunch

The most extreme whitewater rafting trip in Buena Vista, Colorado! Paddle Pine Creek and the Numbers on this full day trip. This trip is for experienced paddlers and adrenaline seekers. It is iconic Colorado class V advanced white water rafting! If you are limited on time check out our Pine Creek Half Day trip. We start the trip in the Granite Gorge, a steep and narrow canyon with class III-IV rapids. Consider this the warm up! Next, you’ll pull over for a quick scout with your guide as you prepare yourself for what’s ahead…  full on Colorado Class V whitewater with Pine Creek Rapid and Triple Drop. These rapids create a continuous 1.5 mile class V rapid dropping 200 feet per mile over giant boulders and steep pour overs. It’s sure to get the blood pumping! After maneuvering through Pine Creek Rapid and Triple Drop the trip continues with the infamous class IV section, The Numbers. These 6 extra miles of continuous whitewater will be a perfect follow up to your already awesome day. With plenty of views and wildlife to see, take a few moments to look around and appreciate all that the Colorado wilderness has to offer. When you reach the take-out, your guide will prepare you a well deserved and delicious lunch. This trip leaves our Buena Vista, Colorado white water outpost at 9 am, check in 30 minutes prior. Highlights

• Thrilling Class V Advanced White Water Rafting
• Conquer Granite Gorge, Pine Creek & The Numbers
• Free Wetsuit, Splash Top, And River Shoe Rentals Included
• Fresh And Delicious Deli-Style Lunch

Inflatable kayaks (aka duckies) are a fun and exciting adventure! Our duckies are open and easily maneuverable and they offer a totally different experience on the river than rafting. Sitting low on the Arkansas River gives you a new vantage point and makes even small waves into big events;  it’s a great adventure even with low water! These trips are customized to your group and ability level. Our guides will show you the ropes and teach you proper kayaking techniques as you learn how to steer yourself through mellow rapids or challenge some of the skills you’ve acquired in the past.  We cater to the first timer and the experienced kayaker alike and choose the section of river best suited to your group. Take a morning trip, meeting at 9 am, or an afternoon excursion at 1 pm. A half day trip allows enough time to enjoy hiking and climbing nearby or enjoy a leisurely lunch in Buena Vista! All of our kayaking trips provide everything you need for an unforgettable river adventure: your very own inflatable kayak, paddle, wetsuit, booties, splash jacket, life jacket, and helmet. Tandem kayaks are available, but we highly recommend maneuvering your own vessel. Every trip is guided by an experienced and certified Browns Canyon Rafting guidewho will accompany you down river, teach you to steer your way through the rapids and be there if you end up taking a dip in the river. Kayaking is physically demanding and all participants should be in good physical condition.

Ready for adventure?  Ready for fun?  The excitement begins as you jump on top of your own inflatable kayak, aka “ducky”, and start running the river in your own boat. Kayaks are an amazing adventure for any size family or group. Our duckies are open and easily maneuverable and they offer a totally different experience on the river than rafting!  Rapids feel bigger being that close to the water. You will be in charge of your own boat on this guided tour. Your guide will go over best techniques and procedures for reading the river and maneuvering your ducky downstream. He or she will be with you throughout the trip to show you the best route and run safety incase you go for a swim. We cater to first timers and experienced kayakers alike and choose the section of river best suited for your group. We have easy to advanced sections. Inflatable kayaking is physically demanding and all participants should be in good physical condition. Each Browns Canyon Rafting kayak trip provides everything you need for an unforgettable river adventure including: your very own kayak, paddle, wetsuit, booties, splash jacket, life jacket, and helmet. Tandem kayaks are available, but we highly recommend maneuvering your own vessel. Every trip is guided by an experienced and certified Browns Canyon Rafting guide who will accompany you down river and teach you to steer your way through the rapids. Highlights

• Approximately 10 River Miles
• Customized Trip For Your Group
• Free Wetsuits, Splash Top, And River Shoe Rentals
• Fresh And Delicious Deli-Style Lunch

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

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

Our Clear Creek Advanced full day whitewater rafting trip is a company favorite and longest rafting trip offered on Clear Creek.  Not only is the lower canyon the most exciting whitewater in the area, but also the most scenic section of the Creek as well.  We will guide you through all of the sections available starting with a “warm up” in the intermediate section, navigating rapids such as Phoenix, Deliverance and Outer Limits with continuous and nonstop water in between. As we come into the historic town of Idaho Springs, we will make a detour and stop for a delicious barbecue lunch with our partners at Smokin Yard’s!  It’s a company and town favorite. You’ll need the fuel before entering the lower Canyon, the advanced class IV-V stretch.  No need to worry though. We give you time to digest and warm up with a few miles of calm and class III rapids prior to the big stuff! First up in the class IV category is Beaver Falls, a back to back double rapid.  Other class IV rapids include Tricky Dick and Guide Ejector.  Better get your game face on and paddle hard as we begin the class V rapid section!  Rapids such as Double Knife, Hell’s Half Mile and Hell’s Corner will be sure to give you the thrill of a lifetime.  We’re sure that this is some of the most exciting whitewater in Colorado. This is a physically demanding trip, good physical condition and previous rafting experience highly recommended. Clear Creek is located only 30 minutes from Denver and one hour from Boulder, Breckenridge, Keystone, Summit County and Winter Park.  Clear Creek has a unique Colorado rafting experience to offer everyone. From children 6 and up on the beginner stretch to the first timer and even experienced rafter on the intermediate trip, and of course the thrill seeker looking to go on our advanced trip! Highlights