Clear Creek River, Colorado
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Filled with thrilling whitewater, Clear Creek offers river excitement right on Denver's back doorstep.
(courtesy, AVA's Colorado Rafting)
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Located only 30 miles west of Denver and 40 miles south of Winter Park, Clear Creek is an accessible river set in an old mining valley in the Colorado Rockies. This is the perfect spot for a quick one-day adventure, with a variety of beginner to advanced trips on offer. Longer one-day trips will run the full gamut of Class III-V whitewater, while easier beginner trips set out down the lower half, where water flows cool to a more kid-friendly Class II-III tempo. At its most raucous, Clear Creek drops an average of 67 feet per mile through steep canyon country, with possible sightings of iconic Rocky Mountain wildlife like deer, muskrat, bighorn sheep, and bears an added bonus.
Tour Operator Trips on the Clear Creek River, Colorado
* Trip price reflects the average cost per day for a guided rafting adventure on a given river (
= $50-$100/day;
= $100-$250/day;
= $250 or more/day) and accounts for half-day, full-day, or multiday rafting excursions. Lodging, dining, and transportation costs (airfare, car rental/shuttle, equipment rentals, etc.) have not been factored into account. Please note that the trip price classification is intended to be an approximate guideline, as the range of prices on a given river can vary based on amenities, services, and customized add-ons offered through individual outfitters.
