My trips
CampgroundsGlampingRV rentalsActivitiesMy tripsAbout

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

5.0 (25 Viator reviews) 2 hrs 30 min Idaho Springs area

Clear Creek Classic 2h 30m Rafting Trip - Idaho Springs, CO
Clear Creek Classic 2h 30m Rafting Trip - Idaho Springs, CO, photo 2
Clear Creek Classic 2h 30m Rafting Trip - Idaho Springs, CO, photo 3
Clear Creek Classic 2h 30m Rafting Trip - Idaho Springs, CO, photo 4
Clear Creek Classic 2h 30m Rafting Trip - Idaho Springs, CO, photo 5

Photos: Viator · 3 more on Viator

About this activity

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!

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

Not included

  • Snacks
  • Gratuities
  • Wetsuit boot rentals

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Take Exit 240 off Interstate 70 toward Idaho Springs, turn south onto Highway 103 (Chicago Creek Road). Continue for approximately 0.5 miles—our office is on the left-hand side. Parking is limited at our location. There is a city-owned parking lot just to the north of our office ($2/day).

End point: Take Exit 240 off Interstate 70 toward Idaho Springs, turn south onto Highway 103 (Chicago Creek Road). Continue for approximately 0.5 miles—our office is on the left-hand side. Parking is limited at our location. There is a city-owned parking lot just to the north of our office ($2/day).

Good to know

  • 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.

Reviews

5.0/5

25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

  • 5 star25
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star0

Read the reviews on Viator

Campgrounds near this activity

RV rentals near this activity

57 RV rentals with pickup within 25 miles of the center of Idaho Springs; showing the top 6.

See all RV rentals near Idaho Springs · RV rentals in Idaho Springs

Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Idaho Springs (Viator lists this tour under Idaho Springs; it has no meeting-point coordinates).