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Dolores River - Ponderosa Gorge

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Basics
Location:
Put-in is north of McPhee Reservoir near the town of Cahone
Class:
Class III and IV
River Length
50 miles
Time:
3 day
Season:
May to June
Ponderosa Gorge is the farthest upstream of the raftable sections of the Dolores. This section begins a few miles north of McPhee Reservoir, near the tiny town of Cahone. A Ponderosa Gorge trip contains some of the most thrilling whitewater on the Dolores, including long stretches of rapids like 3-Mile Rapid and the infamous Snaggletooth.

Peaceful stretches of relative calm alternate with these exciting stretches, allowing rafters a chance to appreciate the striking sandstone cliffs and pine/juniper forest around them. Visitors can also take side trips on foot to ancient Anasazi structures to learn more about the original inhabitants of the area.

Trips usually end near the town of Slickrock.

Trips

AVA's Colorado Rafting
  • Most Popular CO Rivers
  • 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

Wilderness Aware Rafting
  • 5 Colorado Rivers
  • Jeep/Other Offroad, Rafting
  • 800-462-7238

Wilderness Aware Rafting Experience 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.

Class:
Class III and IV
River Length
50 miles
Time
3 day
Season:
May to June
Guides Available?
Yes
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