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Animas River - Upper

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Basics
Location:
Put-in is just south of Silverton
Class:
Class IV and V
River Length
28 miles
Time:
1/2 day, full day or multi-day
Season:
May to June
The Animas River begins high in the San Juan Mountains near Silverton, and descends rapidly south towards Durango. From here, the "River of Lost Souls" continues south at a slower pace before joining the San Juan River in northern New Mexico, having dropped 8,000 feet in elevation from its headwaters in just over 100 miles.

The upper waters of the Animas are heaven for thrill-seekers. The river tumbles through canyons in the beautiful San Juan Mountains, providing non-stop technical challenges through Class IV and V rapids. Some sections of this route drop well over 100 feet per mile. Much of the terrain is inaccessible except by water, adding to the remoteness and danger of the trip.

The put-in point for Upper Animas trips is just south of Silverton, where Mineral Creek joins the Animas. Trips end north of the impassable Animas Gorge, just north of Durango.

Trips

AVA's Colorado Rafting
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  • Kayaking, Rafting
  • 877-RAFTING

AVA's Colorado Rafting Trips on 5 Colorado rivers at 6 outposts! Join AVA's Colorado Rafting for world-class whitewater on 5 rivers in central Colorado. Trips for all ages and abilities, from mild floats to family whitewater to pounding Class V waterfalls! Free wetsuits and splash jackets on all trips. Check out our award-winning website for daily discounts and videos!

Tour Companies

Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Trail Tours
  • Southwest Colorado
  • Offroad Touring, Rafting, Jeep/Other Offroad
  • 800-567-6745

Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Trail Tours Discover the magic of our 27 mild to wild trip options, 2 hours to 5 days, for ages 4-84 in Colorado, Arizona and Utah. The beauty and serenity of the places we go inspired us to dedicate our lives to sharing these natural treasures with you!

Class:
Class IV and V
River Length
28 miles
(to do the full section)
Time
1/2 day, full day or multi-day
Season:
May to June
Guides Available?
Yes
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