The Upper Animas is considered one of the most dangerous commercially run rivers in the United States. It is renowned for its consistent whitewater and breathtaking scenery. The section featured in this video is called the Needleton section. This stunning stretch traverses Colorado’s largest wilderness area, the Weminuche Wilderness. The
Animas River Origins Learn about the Animas River is a staple of Durango, and its name ‘Río de Las Ánimas’ translates to ‘the River of Souls.’ This name was coined by Spanish colonizer Juan María Antonio Rivera during his 1765 expedition of Southwest Colorado. The Animas Canyon originated from a
Join us on a multi-day rafting trip, where you will experience some of the most breathtaking canyons in the country. If you enjoy the outdoors, whitewater, and camping, then this is for you! It’s a great opportunity to disconnect from technology and connect with nature. These trips offer a unique
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
One of our Adventure Consultants, Sage, breaks down her experience rafting some of the best Southwest multi-day rafting trips with Mild to Wild. Sage discusses not only the rapids and scenery, but the most memorable little moments from all of her trips. We of course love all the features of
Located in the heart of Colorado’s biggest wilderness, the Upper Animas river runs from Silverton, CO through the San Juan Mountains to Durango, CO. A remote, technical, and exhilarating river to raft or kayak the Upper Animas has three sections for adventure seekers of all levels. Rockwood Section: When the
Located in the heart of the Colorado’s biggest wilderness, the Upper Animas river runs from Silverton, CO through the San Juan Mountains to Durango, CO. A remote, technical, and exhilarating river to raft or kayak the Upper Animas has three sections for adventure seekers of all levels. Rockwood Section: When the
