Learn about one of the most scenic trips we have to offer, Gates of Lodore! Top Things to Know about Gates of Lodore: Lodore Canyon length: 45 miles Lodore Canyon put-in: Lodore Ranger Station Lodore Canyon take-out: Split Mountain Campground Lodore Canyon rapid class: Class III and IV Lodore Canyon’s top rapids: Disaster Falls, Triplet […]

Located in beautiful Dinosaur National Monument, The Yampa River is the last free flowing tributary in the Colorado River System. Top Things to Know about the Yampa River: Yampa River Length: 72 miles Yampa River put-in: Deerlodge Park Yampa River take-out: Split Mountain Campground Yampa River rapid class: Class III and IV Yampa River’s top […]

How To Dress For Desert Rafting Trips “What should I wear on my rafting trip?” It’s one of our most frequently asked questions for our single and multi-day rafting trips. In this video, we explain how you should dress for rafting trips on mountain rivers. The water in mountain rivers is typically fed by snowmelt […]

How to dress for desert rafting trips? It’s a question we hear all the time from our guests new to desert rafting. In this video, we explain what essential items you should plan on bringing for any desert rafting trip (plus a few extra guide-recommended pieces). Whether you’re on a multi-day or single day rafting […]

Looking to raft on the thrilling Durango whitewater park in your own craft? This rafting tutorial will talk you through everything you need to know! Mild to Wild’s veteran guide, Sam, explains the best entry lines for each water level, safety best practices for you and your guests, and lists out each wave you’ll encounter […]

Check out our Inflatable Kayak, Paddle Board and Tube Rentals page. Looking to paddle your own craft on your next trip to Durango? We’ve got you covered with our Inflatable Kayak, Paddle Board and Tube rentals! In this video our guide manager, Elena, discusses what’s included in each rental as well as how to set […]