Colorado Whitewater Rafting
About This Tour
If you're looking for the top Colorado whitewater rafting outfitter, you've found it. At Raft Masters, Colorado whitewater rafting isn't just a business — it's our passion, and has been since the company was founded in 1989. We stake our reputation on providing professional, high-quality Colorado whitewater rafting adventures dedicated to your comfort and enjoyment.
Offering exclusive rafting trips and packages along both Clear Creek and the Arkansas River, we've got the perfect whitewater excursion for rafters of every skill level — from high-octane thrill rides to leisurely float trips, Raft Masters has something for everyone.
YOUR SAFETY & COMFORT — Wet-suits, river boots, and splash jackets are provided at no charge. We want your day to be fun, so you can experience the thrill without the chill. We're also the only Colorado whitewater rafting outfitter that requires — and provides — safety helmets on all trips.
Highlights
Bighorn Sheep Canyon — Class I-III, 9-mile trip perfect for all ages & skill levels
Bighorn Sheep Canyon features: Five Points, Spike Buck & Shark's Tooth rapids
Royal Gorge — Class III-V, 12-mile trip through 1,250-ft canyon walls
Royal Gorge features: Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer, Boat Eater rapids
FREE wet-suits, river boots, and splash jackets on every trip
Only Colorado outfitter that requires & provides safety helmets on all trips
Multi-day trips available on Bighorn Sheep Canyon
Choose the mid-level canyon tour or go straight for the big whitewater
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Tour Options
All tours are scenic and accommodate most ages and experience levels.
Bighorn Canyon – Class I-III
Colorado's Bighorn Sheep Canyon (Parkdale) is the perfect introduction to whitewater rafting — home to Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep herds with Class II & III rapids like Five Points, Spike Buck & Shark's Tooth. Ideal for all ages. Minimum age ~5 (50 lbs), varies with river conditions.
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Royal Gorge – Class III-V
For those who want the most whitewater thrills. The Arkansas River narrows to 25 feet wide between 1,250-ft cliffs. Steep drops, huge waves, and world-class rapids like Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer, and Boat Eater. Minimum age 14+ (varies with water levels).
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Family Float Trip
Our Family Float is great for families with children between the ages of 1-4 years old! We are the only company on the Arkansas River that runs this trip. We frequently have adults and older children experience a more adventurous trip while the little ones and another family member enjoy the calmer waters of the family float. If your group has a wide range of interests, it is possible to divide into smaller groups and run two or more sections of the river at the same time, accommodating everyone with their own level of splashy fun.
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Duckie Trips
This trip is perfect for teens and adults looking for a more hands-on river adventure, guests who want to paddle their own boat while staying guided and safe, and adventurous rafters ready to step up from a traditional Family Float. It's ideal for friends or families seeking splashy Class II–III rapids, stunning canyon views, and active outdoor fun. Must be 12 years or older.
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Add a Jeep tour to your rafting day for the ultimate Colorado adventure:
Jeep & Rafting
Combine a scenic guided Jeep tour of Red Canyon or the Royal Gorge with a thrilling whitewater rafting trip on the Arkansas River — the perfect Colorado adventure in one day.
- Off-road Jeep tour through Red Canyon
- Whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River
- Class II–V river options available
Raft & Train
Experience the Arkansas River from two perspectives — board the historic train to travel the gorge by rail, then tackle the river's legendary whitewater rapids in the afternoon.
- Scenic railroad through the Royal Gorge
- Afternoon Arkansas River rafting
- Two ways to experience the canyon
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