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Arkansas Headwaters State Park

The Arkansas Headwaters stretch for almost 150 miles along the Arkansas River, offering abundant and outstanding opportunities for fishing, rafting, kayaking, picnicking, hiking, camping, mountain biking, and sightseeing. The deep canyons, broad valleys and towering mountain peaks along the route are one of the natural treasures of Colorado.


 The Basics

Location: From Leadville to Pueblo Reservoir, in central Colorado
Season: Open year-round
Elevation: 4,830 - 10,150 feet
Address: 307 W Sackett Ave.
Salida, CO 81201
Phone: 719-539-7289


 Some More Things to Know

campgrounds open April to September



 Guides & Outfitters

  Wilderness Aware Rafting Wilderness Aware Rafting   
  5 Rafting Rivers, Horseback Riding, Mtn Biking & Jeep Tours Book Online
  Wilderness Aware RaftingExperience world-class whitewater rafting on America’s most popular river- Colorado’s Arkansas River. Our beautiful riverside facility is your base for exploring Colorado’s mountains where you can also plan horseback riding, Jeep tours, and downhill mountain biking. Twice named “Colorado Company of the Year!” Exceeding expectations since 1976.


  AVA's Colorado Rafting AVA's Colorado Rafting   
  Arkansas, Eagle, Colorado, Blue & Clear Creek Rivers Book Online
  AVA's Colorado RaftingTrips on 5 rivers at 6 Outposts! Daily discounts offered on our website.
Discover an incredible Colorado adventure! Join AVA's Colorado Rafting for world-class whitewater on 5 rivers in central Colorado. We have 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. Be sure to check out our award-winning website, where you can see video of all of our trips!


  River Runners - The Whitewater Professionals River Runners - The Whitewater Professionals   
  Whitewater Rafting Colorado & Utah 800-723-8987
  The Whitewater Professionals Since 1972. Fully guided beginner and advanced rafting trips daily. Raft from our Riverside Resort in Buena Vista or our Royal Gorge Rafting Center in Canon City. Be sure to check out our Hot Springs & Cool Rafting Packages. All guests receive 1/2 price hot Spring Tickets and Discounts to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park. [ Full day trips include lunch ]



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