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An unforgettable Colorado white water rafting excursion is waiting for you! American Adventure Expeditions offers guided rafting trips filled with jaw-dropping fun. On our adventure-packed day tours, we paddle down rushing white water rivers that wind through glacier-carved canyons. Take in Alpine scenery as you meander between granite cliffs and drop into thrilling rapids on the most famous white water rafting areas in Colorado — and the world! Our most popular Colorado white water rafting day trips include the rugged Browns Canyon and the challenging Numbers section. We are based in Buena Vista, Colorado on the banks of the Arkansas River.

The most epic white water rafting in Colorado takes place on the Arkansas River, the sixth-longest river in the U.S. The scenic waterway, which begins in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, is fed by the pristine powder that gets dumped on the peaks every winter. As the snow melts, the river comes to life. The most popular white water sections on the river are located near Buena Vista, where rafting and kayaking are the heartbeat of the town. The river is also known for its large brown and rainbow trout population, making it a Gold Medal Trout Waters location in Colorado. Recreationists can also enjoy the surrounding canyons carved by the river on horseback or ATV. The granite cliffs and pine forests that border the river are home to wildlife such as bighorn sheep and eagles.

The peak season for white water rafting trips on the world-class Arkansas River typically runs from April to September. Visitors can take a scenic float on the Arkansas River or paddle through raging Class V rapids with a guide. Regardless of your experience level or desire for adventure, there is a rafting day trip available for you. American Adventure Expeditions is excited to provide memorable guided tours on the Arkansas River. We are located in Buena Vista, Colorado, with easy access from Colorado Springs and Denver.

In 2015, Browns Canyon National Monument became one of the newest national monuments in the country. The mountainous canyon is located in the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains, and a large part of it is located in the San Isabel National Forest. The region includes peaks that tower over 10,000 feet and valleys at 7,300, and the biodiversity provides a one-of-a-kind ecosystem for wildlife. Browns Canyon includes primitive forests and flawless rivers, including the Arkansas River. In the spring, the region bursts with wildflowers that poke through the granite cliffs speckled with igneous rock. Rafting enthusiasts flock to the region to take advantage of the guided adrenaline-pumping white water rafting adventures on Colorado’s Arkansas River. The experienced guides at American Adventure Expeditions share the history and geology of the region as they navigate the waters with you.