Half Day Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting Adventure Cañon City CO
Overview
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3 hours
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Experience excellent Colorado Rafting as you hit the most exciting and iconic rapids in the Bighorn Sheep Canyon. This is the perfect Arkansas River trip for beginner to intermediate rafters.
Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry, and these trip are uplifting, family-friendly adventures. You’ll love the scenery, the experience, and the intentional ministry led by our guides on your next Colorado whitewater rafting adventure.
For more information about this or any of our other activities, please contact Journey Quest
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This experience may be available for those with disabilities
What To Expect
Strap on a PFD and helmet, then take on Colorado's Arkansas river with one of Journey Quest's well-trained, professional guides! You'll navigate iconic rapids such as Three Rocks, Spikebuck, and Shark’s Tooth. During the calmer sections in-between rapids, be on the lookout for Bighorn Sheep and waterfowl that populate the landscape. Take a swim at a riverside swimming beach, or take a leap off a rock into the river at Double-Dip. This trip is Journey Quest's most popular beginner-intermediate trip that is perfect for families and groups.
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tour
What‘s Included
Transportation to and from the river
High Quality River Safety Equipment (PFD, Helmet, Splash Jacket)
Highly Trained, Professional Guide
Gratituity for your Guide
High quality photos are available for purchase
Wetsuit and water shoe rental available on-site
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
106 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend!
jamiesE834SN,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I had an incredible experience with Journey Quest. As first-time rafters, we were looking for a trip that was exciting but still felt safe and family-friendly, and they delivered perfectly. What really set Journey Quest apart was the personal touch. Our boat was small, with just my husband, son, and me along with our guide, and there was only one other family on the trip. It never felt crowded or rushed. The rapids were exciting enough to be memorable, but we always felt safe and well taken care of. This trip came during a difficult week for our family after the recent loss of my mother. Our guide took the time to listen, pray with us, and dedicate the trip to her memory. That kindness and compassion meant more to us than we can adequately express. The scenery was beautiful, the rafting was fantastic, and the service was exceptional. We left feeling like we had experienced something much more meaningful than just a rafting trip. We will absolutely return to Colorado, and when we do, Journey Quest will be at the top of our list. Highly recommended.
Great service
Venture12384416445,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The service was great. Great people too. The photographs were a surprise and were awesome.Since we could never have taken the photographs on our own! Thanks everyone for the adventure and the memories.
River ride fast and fun
Jet24645223158,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful trip down the river on a sunny September morning. Because we hadn't done any whitewater rafting for a couple of years, we went for a gentler ride - only a couple of Class III's and suitable for children too. Our guides were cheerful and mindful of the natural beauty of the river around us, but kept us paddling where we needed to in order to keep the raft moving in the right direction. The raft ride was fast, splashy, and fun. We were well-equipped. Our raft had us and one other couple who were new to the sport, so we weren't overcrowded. It was a lovely morning and it was over way too soon. I highly recommend this rafting outfitter and the trip.
5 out of 5 stars, highly recommend!!
Julie W,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our group had an amazing experience! It was everyone's first time whitewater rafting and Steve was so patient and kind with us. He detailed all the things we needed to do to make the experience safe and was super knowledgeable about all the areas we rafted through. I loved the fact that it was a Christian based company, so we said a prayer before the trip. My anxiety was so high, that prayer really calmed me down! I can't wait to do this again!
Family fun
J6582IBkellym,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great family experience. Elijah, the guide, gave us a wonderful trip. We said a prayer before our outing and had a great time.
A fantastic trip
Ryan A,Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family of 4 (2 children 11 and 8) did a morning raft trip through Bighorn Sheep Canyon. It was a fantastic morning and we are very happy we chose Journey Quest. Many other rafting companies were out that day so we were able to see when and where others started and ended. We are very happy we were able to do what we did. Eli was great with the kids and a really great raft guide. He even let them guide the last part of the trip (mostly flat water). If we were to go back we would definitely choose Journey Quest again. Thanks for a great raft trip.
Great family experience!
Kaelyn A,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The scenery was beautiful and the guides were kind/nice people. I highly recommend this tour as it was smaller than many of the other tours we came across. It made it more fun and we weren’t waiting on groups.
Absolutely a must!!
robertpI4110OB,Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First timer and had a blast. 2 older parents and 2 college kids. Kayla was awesome guide. The whole staff was very friendly and helpful. Great experience. Would definitely recommend.
tbP3060CW,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enjoyed the white water rafting! Love that it’s a Christian based company. Annabelle was so much fun as a tour guide and raft leader!
First Timer and Loved It!!!
Tricia M,Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I was a first time whitewater rafter, and Elijah was an excellent guide and teacher. He was very knowledgeable of the river and was full of safety tips and dad jokes. 😁 I will be coming back and rafting with Journey Quest again, hopefully soon!! Everyone we met here was fantastic!
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