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Arkansas River - Royal Gorge

Basics
Location:
Starts about 15 miles west of Canon City
Class:
Class III to Class V
Time:
1/2 Day or Full Day
Season:
May to September

Description

Passing through the thousand-foot-high canyon walls of the Royal Gorge, rafters can gawk at the world's highest suspension bridge high above their heads. That's when they're not paddling like mad to navigate the rapids here, some of the most challenging on the river. Sledgehammer, Boat Eater, Wall Slammer and Corner Pocket are among the names of these intense rapids, and most companies require riders to have previous whitewater experience. The steep drop-offs and crashing waves make this a wet, frothy, and exciting ride.

Royal Gorge begins west of Canon City and runs to near the town.

River Details

Class:
Class III to Class V
Time
1/2 Day or Full Day
Season:
May to September
Guides Available?
Yes

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