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Denver: Upper Clear Creek Intermediate Whitewater Rafting

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Activity provider:
Downstream Adventures
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Denver: Upper Clear Creek Intermediate Whitewater Rafting
Top rated
5 out of 5 stars
5
22 reviews

Head to the beautiful Clear Creek in Denver for an intermediate level whitewater rafting experience. Experience stunning natural scenery as you take on the challenge of these class III - IV rapids.

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Duration 3 hours
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Instructor
English

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5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Mckenzie – United States

We had a great time and our guide was very knowledgeable

5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Martyn – United Kingdom

Absolutely brilliant experience from start to finish, safety was of the upmost importance to the organisers but they still get it very fun. The smiles on our faces lasted many hours after the trip had finished, its superb value for money!

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Highlights

  • Listen to the roaring rapids crash around you as you dive into the Clear Creek
  • Take on the thrilling Phoenix, Deliverance, Nomad, and Fall River rapids
  • Admire the breathtaking scenery of the canyon and the Rocky Mountains
  • Travel back in time to the Argo Mill and other relics of the historic gold rush
  • Challenge yourself and your teamworking skills to make it through the rapids

Full description

Admire breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains on an advanced whitewater rafting experience in Denver's Clear Creek. Go through a safety talk with your guides before setting off into the beautiful canyon and crashing down the twisting sections of the river with the adrenaline in full flow.


Make your way to the rafting center and meet your awesome crew for the day. Enjoy a short safety briefing and study the route you'll be taking down the upper Clear Creek rapids before getting geared up and into the water.


Cascade past idyllic canyon scenes and immerse yourself in this 8-mile section of thrill-inducing class III - class IV rapids. Paddle furiously with your hardworking crew to power along the Creek and reach the next drop.


Travel past the remains of the historic gold rush in Argo Mill, which used to have the longest tunnel in the world, and keep an eye out for wildlife in the backdrop of the breathtaking Rocky Mountains.


Reach and conquer tough rapids sections like Phoenix, Deliverance, Outer Limits, Nomad, and Fall River for an unforgettable dance with nature. Make it to the bottom of the Creek and spend time celebrating with your crew, wondering what challenge is next.

Includes

  • Transportation
  • Rafting equipment
  • Wetsuit rental
  • Dry bag for necessary items like medication
  • Neoprene bootie rentals for $3 per person
  • Food and drink

Not suitable for

  • Children under 13 years
  • Pregnant women
  • Non-swimmers
  • People with low level of fitness

Meeting point

Meet at Downstream Adventures Rafting, 409 Park Ave, Empire, CO 80438, USA. Traveling east or west on I-70, take exit 232 and follow US-40 West to the town of Empire. The local partner is in the second building on your right as you enter town. Map services such as Google Maps may recommend that you use the address: 409 Park Avenue, Idaho Springs, CO. Please note that I-70 can have heavy traffic, so it is best to check travel conditions when planning your drive.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Sunscreen
  • Sports shoes
  • Water shoes

Not allowed

  • Sandals or flip flops

Know before you go

  • This high elevation run often drops too low for rafting during late summer, in which case you will be offered a lower Clear Creek canyon trip
  • The tour operates rain or shine
  • Participants must be strong swimmers and be used to physical activity
  • Participants 18 years or older are required to sign their own waivers and minors will need to have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian

From $98 per person

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Overall rating

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5.0 out of 5 stars

based on 22 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    5/5
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Mckenzie – United StatesJune 23, 2025 – Verified booking
We had a great time and our guide was very knowledgeable
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Martyn – United KingdomJune 9, 2025 – Verified booking
Absolutely brilliant experience from start to finish, safety was of the upmost importance to the organisers but they still get it very fun. The smiles on our faces lasted many hours after the trip had finished, its superb value for money!
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Emily – United StatesJuly 8, 2024 – Verified booking
This was such a fun experience for our family! Our guide was awesome and helped us first timers get ready for the rapids. We all felt very safe and secure the entire time! Would definitely recommend and look forward to rafting again!

Product ID: 418799

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