Glenwood Springs Tours

Experience the excitement of a whitewater rafting adventure on this guided, 3-hour excursion. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, then ride along Shoshone Rapids in Glenwood Canyon on the Colorado River. Challenge Class III-IV rapids including Baptism, Tuttle's Tumble, The Wall, Tombstone, Superstition and more. All the necessary rafting equipment, including a life jacket and helmet, are included.

This Glenwood Springs scenic canyon half-day float is perfect for those looking to skip the whitewater rafting experiences and instead take a casual float down the Colorado River. A life jacket, helmet, and optional use of river booties and wetsuits are included. You can also decide if you’d like to do some swimming or hop out on the water as float down the river toward Glenwood Springs.

If you've always wanted to try rafting, grab a paddle for this thrilling half-day whitewater tour through Glenwood Canyon. Expert guides help you navigate the roaring Colorado River, from floating along gentle class I stretches to splashing through exciting class II and III rapids. Along the way, get a new perspective on the canyon’s ancient layers and keep an eye out for Colorado wildlife.

The Colorado River is one of the US’ most popular spots for whitewater rafting, but if you’ve never been before, the Class III rapids can seem a bit scary. Take the stress away from a trip that should be fun with this Glenwood Canyon half-day rafting trip. Not only will your guide safely lead the way down the river, but all equipment is included.

Start your day off in an exciting way on this half–day whitewater rafting excursion down the Roaring Fork River in Colorado. Meet your guide and group in Glenwood Springs and gear up for a thrilling journey down Class II and III rapids that cut through the Rocky Mountains. When the water is calm, enjoy the beautiful scenery and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife sightings.

Two hours in the saddle is the ideal way to enjoy the majestic Western Colorado Rocky Mountains! From the stables, you will climb in elevation and cross a natural mesa meadow which provides opportunities to overlook the Colorado River winding lazily through Glenwood Canyon. As you leave the meadow and continue to ascend, look for wildlife and take in amazing panoramas of aspen groves, cedar forests, and the surrounding mountains and canyons. Views of the valleys and walls of spectacular Glenwood Canyon. No experience needed , suitable for children as young as 7.

Get your adrenaline pumping and take in the views of Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley on this exciting whitewater rafting tour. Join a guide and small group and navigate Class II and III rapids as you float along the Crystal River between Carbondale and Glenwood Springs. Enjoy views of the towering Mount Sopris as well as possible sightings of wildlife.

Add some excitement to your Glenwood Springs adventure with a mobile scavenger hunt. Using a smartphone, you and your team will solve challenging clues that lead you to some of the city’s most noteworthy landmarks and lesser known corners. Along the way, discover the history behind places like Everett Grocery and McCoy-Armory Building. This offbeat experience is perfect for families, team building, bachelor parties, and any local who wants to mix up their weekend routine.

Raft the mighty Colorado River under the tutelage of experienced rafting instructors. Navigate the Class III Shoshone section of the river—twice—then eddy out at Grizzly Creek. Next, enjoy a scenic float through Glenwood Canyon, a natural marvel whose rock walls tower 1,300 feet (396 meters) above the river.

If you're looking for a rafting trip that's suitable for younger children, this short and mild river tour from Glenwood Springs is the option for you. You'll float through Class II rapids with a guide who provides assistance and instruction while you enjoy the scenery along the river without getting drenched. The tour is designed for families with kids between 2 and 5 years of age.

If you don’t have time to spend all day rafting, this quick tour down Shoshone Rapids is made for you. Gear up and navigate class III-IV rapids on the Colorado River for a thrilling adventure. Then, enjoy ample time for a scenic float back to the boathouse with opportunities to jump in the water.

Only have access to one car in Glenwood Springs? After choosing a one or two-person inflatable kayak from Whitewater Rafting, LLC, take their complimentary shuttle service from the facility to the Grizzly Creek access point. Once you push off from shore, you’re free to navigate the Class II rapids at your own pace. Upon returning to the facility downstream, your car is conveniently waiting for you.

Traverse the white waters of the Colorado River stress-free on a guided inflatable kayak tour. Paddle solo in a single-person kayak or navigate the current with a friend. This whitewater adventure is perfect for both first-time and experienced kayakers. In addition to receiving a brief tutorial before the tour, a guide is on hand at all times to help you maneuver along the Class II and III rapids.

The joys of cycle touring are now within easier reach for people of varying fitness and experience levels, thanks to our electric bicycles — or e-bikes. Electric bikes give cyclists a helping push to get them up and over hills, or to help them keep up with faster friends. The small, almost hidden engines also make longer distances feel achievable. Whether a weekend rider or avid enthusiast, you will love this new way to ride a bike! The terrain and altitude in Glenwood can be challenging, even for the most fit rider. E-bikes change the equation and makes bicycling in the Roaring Fork Valley available for just about anyone who can ride a bike.