4.9 (470) · Cañon City · By Echo Canyon River Expeditions Free cancellation
The Arkansas River flows near Colorado Springs, outside Canon City, beneath 1,000 foot canyon walls.
Dive into class III to V rapids through the heart of the magnificent Royal Gorge, soaked to the skin and grinning.
If you’re looking for whitewater rafting you’ll never forget, the Royal Gorge 3-hour experience is sure to satisfy!
✓ Transportation from our rafting office to and from the river✓ Professional guide✓ Free Wetsuit Gear Use✓ All taxes and fees✕ Gratuities✕ Souvenir photos (available to purchase)1 Echo Canyon River Expeditions
Check in at the Echo Canyon office, and we'll walk you through the process of preparing for your rafting trip.
Echo provides personal flotation devices (life jackets), helmets, professional guides on each raft, and transportation to and from the river access points.
3 hours
· 3 h
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
Check-in time is the same as the trip time you reserved. Please check-in at our retail store under the large Echo Canyon sign plainly visible from the parking area. We are just to the west of our restaurant - the 8 Mile Bar & Grill.
Check-in time is the same as the trip time you reserved. Please check-in at our retail store under the large Echo Canyon sign plainly visible from the parking area. We are just to the west of our restaurant - the 8 Mile Bar & Grill.
We will contact you by phone after you place your reservation - we will collect your email at that time to send you the link to complete the online release form for each guest.
We must receive completed online liability waivers prior to your arrival.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness Guests should be in good physical condition and at least 14 to 18 years of age; water levels dictate the minimum age, with peak levels occurring typically in early June Swimming ability is necessary Dress appropriately for wet conditions. Swim suits, shorts or synthetic garments recommended. Always avoid cotton. Secure footwear and sport sandals are ideal. Flip flops and slip-on sandals are not deemed appropriate footwear. Wetsuit, splash jacket, and river shoes available onsite at no charge A liability release form must be completed for each traveler prior to rafting. Any guest under the age of 18 MUST have our release form signed by a parent or legal guardian and submitted prior to joining us for any trip. Expect a phone from Echo Canyon after reserving. We will collect your email address and so we can send you a link to complete your online liability release forms. Check-in is at the Echo Canyon office at your reserved trip time. Complete your online liability release form before arrival. Wear synthetic clothing or swimwear; avoid cotton. Secure, closed-toe footwear is required. Bring a sense of adventure! Wetsuits, splash jackets, and river shoes are provided free of charge. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 7121P3
Activity offered by Echo Canyon River Expeditions via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Adventurous travelers Individuals seeking a thrill Those with a high level of physical fitness Ages 14-18 (with parental consent, age may vary based on water levels) Experience thrilling Class III-V rapids in the Royal Gorge Enjoy breathtaking views of 1,000-foot canyon walls 3-hour adventure perfect for a half-day trip Professional guides ensure a safe and exciting experience Free wetsuit and gear use included Transportation to and from the river provided
Population 17,141 (2020)
Elevation 1,625 m
Currency United States dollar
Driving on the right
Power plugs A, B · 120 V
Emergency number 911
Capital city Washington, D.C. Average temperatures -1° Jan -1° Feb 4° Mar 8° Apr 13° May 20° Jun 22° Jul 21° Aug 16° Sept 9° Oct 3° Nov -2° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the minimum age for this rafting trip? + Guests should be at least 14 to 18 years of age; water levels dictate the minimum age, with peak levels occurring typically in early June.
What should I wear for the rafting trip? + Dress appropriately for wet conditions. Swim suits, shorts or synthetic garments recommended. Always avoid cotton. Secure footwear and sport sandals are ideal. Flip flops and slip-on sandals are not deemed appropriate footwear.
Is transportation included? + Yes, transportation from our rafting office to and from the river is included.
Do I need to complete a waiver? + Yes, a liability release form must be completed for each traveler prior to rafting. Any guest under the age of 18 MUST have our release form signed by a parent or legal guardian and submitted prior to joining us for any trip.
What happens if the weather is bad? + This activity is not canceled due to bad weather.
Can I get a refund if I cancel? + For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Fun find; beautiful half-day trip
michelerA2569DH, August 2026
Experience was great from check-in through return from trip. Great team that clearly enjoys working with each other. Communication is A+ - they’ve got you covered. Our guide TJ couldn’t have been more perfect for our group - a big shout out of thanks to him! Snacks go in their zippered bags on boat; easy access; be sure to bring. Canyon vistas are beautiful. May you have more snow this winter to feed the river!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Rafting/lunch/zipline
Wanderer316923, July 2026
We did the the rafting/lunch/zipline package!
David on the raft was amazing! He did lots of tricks on the water with us to make it fun! We definitely want to come back!
Niko, Noah, and Renea were our guides for zipline! They were amazing, so personal and entertaining!! We would definitely book this trip again!! Thanks so much for the great day!!
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Royal Gorge Whitewater Rafting
52tuckerg, July 2026
Baker was INCREDIBLE!!! Made this the BEST experience for us. If you can request him, do it! From the scenery to the history and everything in between this is a must do! Highly recommend.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Excellent
lrfarmer, June 2026
Excellent experience! The guides took great care of us and were extremely professional. We would recommend this to anyone.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
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gavinv184, June 2026
Alfredo was our guide, he gave an amazing presentation about the history, landmarks, and buildings. It was a wonderful experience!
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