Grand Junction Rafting

Ruby Horsethief Canyon

Ruby Horsethief Canyon Rafting

Ruby Horesethief Canyon raft trips provide the perfect sample of the awe-inspiring canyon vistas that characterize the Colorado River. This section of the river is a tranquil 25 mile stretch of class I moving water the takes your from Grand Junction to just across the Utah border. Ruby Horsethief is a great trip for school groups, company gatherings, and family reunions with large sandy beaches and the smooth easy flowing river. Expect plenty of time to relax in camp, paddleboard, kayak, hike, an explore side canyons.  Ruby Horsethief Canyon is just a short drive from both Grand Junction, CO & Moab, UT.

  • Mild, class I section at all water levels is perfect for large groups, paddleboards, & Kayaks
  • Large group campsites with sandy beaches
  • Serene river canyon is the perfect place to relax & rejuvenate
  • Admire stunning sandstone walls and the desert landscape that is synonymous with the Colorado River
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More About Rafting Ruby Horsetheif

Ruby Horsethief raft trips are available to groups of 12 or more on a custom basis. This makes this trip perfect for school groups, family reunions, company retreats, or any group needing a custom river experience. Please reach out to our trip specialists for more information about launch dates and availability: 970.247.4789

Looking for more white water rafting trips in Colorado? Visit our Colorado White Water Rafting page.

Trip Options

Ruby Horsethief Rafting - Mild to Wild Rafting

Ruby Horsethief 2-Day Trip

Grand Junction, CO

Requires group minimum of 12. Call our trip specialists for launch dates and availability: 970.247.4789

Youth: $529
Adult: $579

Ruby Horsethief Canyon - Grand Junction, CO - Mild to Wild

Ruby Horsethief 3-Day Trip

Grand Junction, CO

Requires group minimum of 12. Call our trip specialists for launch dates and availability: 970.247.4789

Youth: $679
Adult: $739

Trip Trip Features Additional Cost Per Adult
2 Day (~25 River Miles)
  • 1-2 hikes
  • 4 meals
  • 1.5 Days on the river
  • 1 night camping
  • Time to relax and explore at camp
  • Time to Kayak and Paddle Board
$579
(Base Price)
3 Day (~25 River Miles)
  • 2-3 hikes
  • 7 meals
  • 2.5 Days on the river
  • 2 night camping
  • More time to relax & explore at camp
  • More time to Kayak and Paddle Board
+$160

Why Raft Ruby Horesethief Canyon with Mild to Wild?

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Trip Provisions

  • AEDs and comprehensive first aid kits on most multi-day trips
  • Satelite communication devices
  • Delicious meals and snacks provided from lunch on day 1 to lunch on the last day
  • Catered 3 course dinners with appetizers, entrees, and deserts
  • Dietary accommodations
  • All necessary high quality custom river and camp equipment is provided
  • Round trip transportation from meet location
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Professional, Interpretive & Entertaining Guides

  • Trip leaders average 2,000 river miles
  • All guides are certified in First Aid & CPR.
  • Dedicated company division to risk managment, guided training, and continuing guide education
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Our Commitment
to You

Mild to Wild has been family owned and operated for over 30 years. We value excellence in guest services and strive to curate incredible experiences for our guests. We are proud to offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not absolutely delighted with our guides and equipment your trip is free.

Reviews from our Guests

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It was an amazing experience.Jared the guide stopped along the way and explained all the amazing sights that we came to. Highly recommend this trip to everyone.
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Christopher Teaf
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Excellent in every respect
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Cindy McCullough
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Our guide was Jay. He was great. Lots of beautiful views and a history lesson along the way. Thank you 🥰
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Kimber R
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Fantastic!!! The experienced guides made it especially enjoyable. Anthony D. went above and beyond to help coach and encourage me as a first time white water kayaker. He is awesome!! Highly recommend! Highlight of my trip!!
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Chris Joyce
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Peyton and Dillon were our guides for our trip. They were friendly and professional. We had a great time!
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Deanna Myers
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Our guide, Miles, was very knowledgeable. It was a great trip. Would give it 4.5 stars only because it wasn't a jeep and there were 11 people. We were all compatible, but that is not always the case with a group that large. Overall, the trip was great.
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Such an amazing trip today our tour guide miles was beyond amazing he answered every single one of my questions even though I had about 10,000. He was extremely knowledgeable and courteous and made our trip that much more memorable. I would highly recommend to anyone going to the area and I will definitely do another tour next time I visit
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Melody Urso
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I did the Mesa Verde Tour with lunch and Ann Rapp, our guide, was the best! She not only provided us with in-depth information, history and theories about the sites we were seeing, but also took a lot of time at some of the less “popular” dwellings so we could understand the varied communities. I can’t speak highly enough of our tour and I think this is an ideal way to experience a broader picture of Mesa Verde and its history.
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Krystal Folsom
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Tim paid close attention to our conversation on the way to the trail from Durango to Silverton Colorado and used what he learned about us to create the perfect off-roading experience. The route was exciting, scenic, and perfectly suited to our interests—a personal touch we truly appreciated. Even the snacks arrived at exactly the right moment! Tim made us feel comfortable, cared for, and completely immersed in the adventure. It was a memorable experience from start to finish, and we highly recommend both Tim and Mild to Wild!
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Alan Phillips
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We had an absolutely great time! Tim was our tour guide and he was awesome! Tim was very personable, very informative and super nice. He made sure to keep us hydrated and was always at our need. I highly, highly recommend this tour, this guide and this company!

What are you waiting for? Call today (800) 567-6745 OR (970) 247-4789

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

  • 60+ days: Receive a refund less $200 per person unrecoverable fees.
  • 45+ days: Reschedule for another trip/date, or receive Mild to Wild gift certificate less $200 per person.
  • Less than 45 days, unfortunately there will be no refund. Substitutions/name changes are allowed.
  • RoamRight Travel Insurance is recommended to help cover unforeseen circumstances, such as cancelled flights, sickness or medical evacuations.
  • Guests needing to be evacuated from the canyon will be charged a minimum of $1,000 per person.
Ruby Horsethief Canyon - Grand Junction, CO - Mild to Wild

Special Ways We Care for You on the River:

  • Various boat sizes to accommodate your needs
  • Professional, highly trained guides with trip leaders averaging over 2,000 river miles of experience
  • Multi-talented guides cook delicious camp cuisine and provide camp entertainment
  • Highly maintained boating equipment
  • Comfortable camp chairs, tables and fun beach games
  • Water resistant gear bags for overnight trips

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