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The Arkansas River Valley is historically significant for many reasons, but one of our favorites: it’s deep roots in rich Wild West lore. From gold mining to shootouts at salons, our Arkansas River Valley boasts great history and beautiful views. An awesome way to experience and indulge in the rich history of Colorado…

Browns Canyon of the Arkansas River is a unique – even for Colorado – ecosystem that provides outstanding fish and wildlife habitat, sweeping views of the Arkansas Valley as well as four-season recreation opportunities for people to explore the outdoors and experience the area’s scenery and solitude. The granite cliffs…

With years of experience in planning Colorado overnight rafting trips, we’ve come up with the perfect itinerary that’s sure to exceed expectations. The combination of amazing rapids and breathtaking scenery, awesome wildlife and enjoyable company, along with our top-of-the-line camping equipment and gourmet meals will have you begging for just one…

Inflatable Kayaks (also known as ‘Duckies’) are a perfect way for adventurous paddlers to experience the thrills of the Arkansas River in their own craft. These stable, open topped kayaks are extremely maneuverable, and they make even the smallest wave seem much bigger and more exciting (great for low water…

We are so excited to be celebrating our 10th year of owning and operating American Adventure Expeditions! 10 Years Ago we bought it from another local river advocate and are so happy to say that we’re still close with him, his family and his ventures. Since taking over American Adventure…

River Trips don’t have to be quick and dirty; they can be, and that’s great, but they also can be thoughtfully planned and precisely executed for maximum enjoyment. We happen to have both. American Adventure Expeditions offers exclusive Overnight River Trips, allowing you to truly take in the glory of the river,…

For the most epic of adventures, we offer exclusive Overnight River Trips, allowing you to truly take in the glory of the river, the stars, the mountains, the friends, the guides, the camping, the food. We go over the top on our Overnight River Trips so you are comfortable in the wild like…

  It was sunny and warm in Canon City today – perfect rafting weather on the Royal Gorge for a birthday rafting trip. Mark, the birthday-boy, brought some friends and some sunshine to celebrate his birthday on the Arkansas River Saturday. What a great way to reign in a new year!  …

We are stoked to have a fresh new look and sweet new fleet! Aren’t they fantastic?! They are fully equipped with the highest standard of security and sickest new branding and we can hardly wait for our maiden voyage on these beauties! When’s your first river trip for the summer?…