Clear Creek Intermediate Full Day Rafting Trip

Clear Creek Intermediate Full Day Rafting Trip

About This Trip

Denver Rafting: Intermediate 5 hour Rafting trip

Experience the ultimate white water adventure near Denver with our Intermediate Full-Day trip on Clear Creek! This comprehensive journey combines the best of both our beginner and intermediate sections for a full day of non-stop whitewater action. Starting in Dumont and ending at Kermit’s Access, you’ll conquer 13 miles of continuous rapids including all the named rapids from both shorter trips. With 5 hours on the water and a delicious riverside lunch included, this is the perfect way to experience everything Clear Creek white water rafting has to offer just 30 minutes from Denver.

Your adventure begins with the challenging upper section featuring the technical Nomad (Class III) rapid, the splashy Fall River (Class III), and the infamous trio of Phoenix (Class IV), Deliverance (Class IV), and Outer Limits (Class IV) – some of the most challenging white water rapids near Denver. After conquering these challenges, you’ll enjoy a well-deserved riverside lunch before continuing through the lower section with seven more exciting Class III rapids including Castle Falls, Subway Rapid, Dizzy Lizzy, Powerline Rapid, Mountain Lion Rapid, Box (Class III), and Twister (Class III).

This 13-mile adventure delivers 5 hours of intense white water rafting action on the steepest rafting run with more rapids per mile than any other river near Denver! Perfect for adventurers ages 15 and up looking for the most comprehensive white water experience close to Denver.

  • Navigate the steepest white water rafting run with more rapids per mile than any other river near Denver.
  • Cover 13 miles of continuous Class III & IV whitewater action with 5 hours on the river.
  • Savor a delicious riverside lunch midway through your adventure at Chicago Creek.
  • Discover gold rush history and explore historic sites like the Argo Mine and Charlie Taylor Water Wheel.
  • Spot local wildlife including bighorn sheep, river otters, and bears.
  • Access convenient white water rafting just 30-45 minutes from Denver, Winter Park, and Breckenridge.

Itinerary & Map

10 AM
Meet at Caddis Flats campground and get suited up for the river!
 
Safety talk and paddling instruction. Then hit the river!
 
Enjoy the continuous Class II splashes of the fast flowing San Miguel River.
 
Challenge the Class III rapids of “Three Sisters”and “Saw Pit”.
 
Stop out for a riverside deli style lunch.
 
Paddle through more continuous Class II rapids.
 
Take out and shuttle back!
3:45 PM
Arrive back to Caddis Flats

* Please note that all itineraries are subject to change due to river conditions.

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Booking Options

Standard Rafts

15 foot self-bailing rafts (up to 10 guests).

We use Oar Boats or Paddle Boats on these trips depending on water levels. Oar Boats, typically used at high water, come with a frame that give the guide more control with oars. With Paddle Boats, typically used at low water, the guide just has a paddle and relies on you to help get through the rapids!

  • Ages 10+

Adult (14+)

$179

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Payments & Cancellations

Payment Options

  1. 1/2 down, 1/2 charged 30 days prior to trip.
  2. 1/3 down with remaining balance charged in thirds.
  3. Call for other arrangements!

Free Courtesy Hold

We don’t want you to miss out on this trip so we’ll hold your spots, payment-free, for 24hrs while you make your final arrangements & prepare for payment.

Fees

In addition to the listed trip cost, we collect an additional 9% for River and Land Access Fees (ie. Forest Service, BLM, City, Private Land Use).

Cancellation Policy

Receive a 90% refund with written notice 36 hours or more before the trip. Less notice, no refund.

Trip Change Option

Up to 12 hours prior to departure, trips can be rescheduled for a different day and/or time. The price of this change policy is 5% of the total trip cost. Upgrade only available at time of reservation and must be applied to each seat.

What to Wear & Bring

  • Swimsuit/Quick drying clothing (avoid cotton because it stays the temperature of the water and keeps you cold)
  • Water shoes or secure sandals with heel straps (no flip flops or crocs!)
  • Hat (that fits under your helmet)
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses with a strap
  • Water bottle
  • Camera with waterproof case

Trips from May through June

  • Wetsuits (available for rent)
  • Wetsuit boots all season (available for rent)
  • Fleece jacket and fleece socks (provides added warmth if you tend to get cold)

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Important Considerations

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  • Wetsuits are required through Spring on this trip. We have rentals available!

  • Wear your swimsuit under your clothes when you show up. There are no actual changing rooms at our remote meeting location.

  • If you are rafting in May or June, bring extra layers of fleece or polypropylene for warmth. Wool socks under the wetsuit boots also help keep you warmer.

  • All itineraries are subject to change due to water conditions and/or water levels.

  • Due to limited put-ins and take-outs, all trip times can vary by half an hour.

  • This is a hands-on paddling trip! Be ready to navigate with your guide through this narrow canyon.

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