Clear Creek Advanced/Intermediate 2h 30m Rafting Trip
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Embark on an exhilarating 2.5-hour whitewater adventure on Clear Creek, just 30 minutes from Denver. This intermediate rafting trip is perfect for adventurous first timers and seasoned paddlers alike, offering a thrilling ride through continuous Class III–IV rapids. Navigate challenging sections like “Nomad,” “Fall River,” “Deliverance,” and the grand finale, “Outer Limits,” as you descend through the scenic Clear Creek Canyon. The steep gradient and technical maneuvers require active paddling and teamwork, making for an adrenaline filled experience. Our professional guides provide comprehensive safety briefings and all necessary gear, including personal flotation devices, helmets, and wetsuits. After conquering the rapids, enjoy the historic charm of Idaho Springs, a town rich in Colorado's gold mining history. This trip is ideal for those seeking a dynamic and memorable rafting experience close to Denver
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Embark on an exhilarating 2.5-hour whitewater adventure on Clear Creek, just 30 minutes from Denver. This intermediate rafting trip is perfect for adventurous first-timers and seasoned paddlers alike, offering a thrilling ride through continuous Class III–IV rapids. Navigate challenging sections like “Nomad,” “Fall River,” “Deliverance,” and the grand finale, “Outer Limits,” as you descend through the scenic Clear Creek Canyon. The steep gradient and technical maneuvers require active paddling and teamwork, making for an adrenaline-pumping experience. Our professional guides provide comprehensive safety briefings and all necessary gear, including personal flotation devices, helmets, and wetsuits. After conquering the rapids, enjoy the historic charm of Idaho Springs, a town rich in Colorado's gold mining history. This trip is ideal for those seeking a dynamic and memorable rafting experience close to Denver.
What‘s Included
Neoprene Wetsuit
Safety orientation and paddle instruction
Helmets, Coast Guard approved Personal Floatation Devices, Splash Jackets, Custom self-bailing rafts, and paddles
Wetsuit boot rentals ($7, can be added on after reservation)
Gratuities
Snacks
Options
12:30 Intermediate Raft Trip
Duration: 3 hours
12:00PM - 2:30PM
Afternoon Intermediate Trip
Duration: 3 hours
3:30PM - 6:00PM
Morning Intermediate Raft Trip
Duration: 3 hours
8:30AM - 11:00AM
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Going to make this an annual outing!
Z2466XPricks,Jul 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So much fun! And a wonderful and friendly guide Jonathan! Staff was approachable, the rapids were incredible, and the trip was so fun we almost didn't change out of our wetsuits and sign up for the next run!
Great experience
cmezz31,Jul 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was awesome! Our guide was Skylar. He gave great directions and was alot of fun! The water was SO cold! Wearing water resistant clothing is a good idea.
Fun family adventure!!! *****
ashleytH5516EA,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All the crew from mile to wild was very professional. Our guide Micah was awesome. We always felt safe and had a lot of fun. It was a great family experience that I would highly recommend!
PHENOMENAL EXPERIENCE! SO FUN!
P1330ZFjennaf,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00my family had a wonderful time on our white water rafting trip! we went twice, and are planning our next visit! our guide was micah, and he was absolutely wonderful! he was personable, funny, calm, and reassuring, even when we got stuck on a rock pretty good! he handled everything like a champ, and our family was glad to have him! we 100% recommend that you go white water rafting, and ask for micah!
billtJ4048ZX,Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great first rafting trip! Our guide Kayla was amazing! We brought some young kids with us and they had a great time. Definitely will go through Mild to Wild
Great all around!
JainBoyd,Jul 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super fun, great team. We loved our guide Kayla. We were a family of 5 and had our own raft. That was a first for us and made it much more enjoyable.
Do it!! Highly recommend!!
O4329ZJlisac,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend! This was a great experience that began with the ease of booking. Our guide, Toby, was EXTRAORDINARY! We felt safe and had a great time!
Great Experience!
544kaseys,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Toby was a great instructor. It was a great time for us, we were all beginners but he was helpful and answered all of our questions.
Mild to wild intermediate rafting tour in mid July 2025
Z9392JNkaylaa,Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a fun and awesome time! Although we had to maneuver through and around a bike marathon, it didn’t stop the experience. Our staff member/raft leader Johnathan has over a decade of experience. He was very knowledgeable of rafting and of the area too. He gave us the safety instructions and techniques we would have to do during our rafting ride. They were easy to follow and remember. I honestly didn’t think I would get to hold and use a paddle, but I really enjoyed that we actually got to be involved in that part of the experience. It made my experience more enjoyable. Honest review is 10/10 I would come back again. There was plenty of parking, easy to find, they take our safety seriously, and an all around fun experience.
Way Too Much Fun 😁
999randallg,Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience - our guide Blake was tremendous & we had a ton of fun - really glad we agreed to do the class 4 drops at the end. Couldn't have had a better experience!!!
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