Telluride Rafting Afternoon Half Day - San Miguel River

About This Trip

Telluride Rafting: Afternoon Half Day Trip

Rafting the San Miguel’s Afternoon Half Day Trip is basically the best way to enjoy Telluride’s surrounding wilderness. Not that we’re partial to running rivers around here or anything… But c’mon, it’s a free-flowing, mountain river, who doesn’t want that?

This stretch of the San Miguel is a bit more mild than the upper section as the canyon widens out. Don’t get it twisted though, the flows are higher in this sections and the splashes are aplenty with constant Class II drops and wave trains.

In between the ferocious (yet surprisingly friendly) froth on this run, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the unique scenery of Norwood Canyon. Keep an eye out for deer, birds of prey, and sociable river otters. By the end of afternoon, you’ll have conquered one of the most elusive rivers in the region, despite its proximity to bougie and beloved Telluride.

Rafts coming down the wider, lower section of the San Miguel River - Mild to Wild

Season

Late May – July

Class of Rapids

Constant II’s

Meet Time

2 PM

Return

4:30 PM

Boat Options

Standard Rafts

15 foot self-bailing rafts. Be prepared to paddle, paddle paddle around rocks and logs and down chutes on this twisting waterway.

Ages 8+

New Flexible Payment & Cancellations

Payment Options

1/2 down, 1/2 charged 30 days prior to trip.
1/3 down with remaining balance charged in thirds.
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, unfortunately there will be no refund.

Optional Upgraded 24 Hour Cancellation Policy: Receive a 100% refund up to 24 hours prior to trip departure. Up to 12 hours prior to departure trips can be rescheduled, or receive a Mild to Wild Gift Certificate for trip cost. This upgrade is only available at the time of reservation and must be applied to each seat.

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San Miguel FAQ

Telluride First Timer's Guide

Itinerary

2 PM

Check in and get your wetsuit on for the river!

Safety orientation & rafting instructions.

Hit the river!

Enjoy the continuous Class II splashes of the fast flowing San Miguel River.

Paddle though the winding river canyon.

Take out and shuttle back to Caddis Flats.

4:30 PM

Arrive back to your vehicle.

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

Important Considerations

people padding a raft on the San Miguel River - Mild to Wild

· 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.

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