Clear Creek Classic 2h 30m Rafting Trip - Idaho Springs, CO

Overview

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English

2 hours 30 minutes

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The Clear Creek Classic trip offers fun for the whole family with splashy Class II–III rapids. Total activity time is 2 hours and 30 minutes from meet to return. Paddle through the scenic Clear Creek Canyon near Idaho Springs, surrounded by Colorado’s gold rush history and stunning mountain views. This fun, hands-on adventure is ideal for those looking to get wet and enjoy the outdoors without extreme intensity. Paddling is required, and all trips include safety orientation, paddle instruction, and gear (PFD, helmet, and wetsuit rentals available). A great way to cool off and experience Colorado’s whitewater!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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

Snacks

Gratuities

Wetsuit boot rentals

What To Expect

Perfect for beginners and families, the Clear Creek Mild Rafting Trip offers 1.5 to 2 hours of splashy Class II–III rapids just 30 minutes from Denver. Paddle through the scenic Clear Creek Canyon near Idaho Springs, surrounded by Colorado’s gold rush history and stunning mountain views. This fun, hands-on adventure is ideal for those looking to get wet and enjoy the outdoors without extreme intensity. Paddling is required, and all trips include safety orientation, paddle instruction, and gear (PFD, helmet, and wetsuit rentals available). A great way to cool off and experience Colorado’s whitewater!

Options

Afternoon 2h 30m Rafting Trip

Duration: 3 hours
3:30PM - 6:00PM

Morning 2h 30m Rafting Trip

Duration: 3 hours
9:30AM - 12:30AM

12:30 2h 30m Rafting Trip

Duration: 3 hours
12:30PM - 3:00PM

Reviews

5.00

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

We had a blast!
fionapT9238ZO,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had so much fun! It was the last raft of the season as the water level was low but our guide Blake did an excellent job dodging the rocks and keeping us entertained. It took us 1h20 to go the 6 miles. We’ll be back for sure in June when the water is at its peak to get a different experience. Highly recommended.
So much fun!
kellydI3727TY,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic! I would highly recommend. Our guides were great, and our family of 19 had so much fun. It was the highlight of our vacation.
Church group beginner trip
H183AKdons,
Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Marcus was an awesome guide, He gave clear instructions at all times. Had a great time. We had a couple nervous kids, but all was safe and no one got dunked.
White water rafting with kids
andrewvP9687YG,
Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Trip was great. Took out 8 and 14 year old boys - they had a great experience. Our guide, Dean, was great. As we went down the river between areas, he told us interesting tidbits
Rafting
806belindat,
Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide was Kyle. He made our rafting experience amazing and fun! We all felt very safe during our rafting trip. He did a great job teaching us too.
Fantastic family fun!
947aprilm,
Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had such an amazing time on this trip! We didn't have the best weather, but it didn't matter… Blake, our guide, was simply amazing from start to finish! We had two young children with us, and he was a pro at making everyone feel comfortable and he engaged with the trip. Outstanding time!
Epic fun!
44jennif,
Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mild to Wild rafting trips are epic. We’ve done a few trips with them and they never disappoint. The guides are amazing and super nice and the trips are beyond exciting and fun. Can’t wait for our next trip with Mild to Wild!
Would definitely recommend
aronp924,
Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very fun and affordable excursion with the family. Rafts hold 6 people plus the guide. My kids are 8-10 and they loved it outside temp was 80’ so didn’t need a wetsuit. Bailey was our guide. She was great.
Awesome experience
C4293AQmikeg,
Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great adventure on Clear Creek. It was just right for grandma and grandpa 10 year-old grandson 12-year-old granddaughter. Everyone loved it. Mika was a great guide!!
Great Experience!!
danielgQ1471TA,
Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a blast! My guide Jerry was so fun and knowledgeable. It was my first time rafting and I was scared and thought I would fall out of the raft. Jerry made me feel at ease and taught everyone how to safely stay in the raft and what to do if our boat capsizes before we even left the land. I greatly recommend for anyone in the area who wants to have some fun! I will be coming back again next year with my children.

From $82.11