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Bighorn Sheep Canyon Half-Day Rafting
Cañon City, United States
From $84.00
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Non-refundable
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
Nearby
- 3 hours
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Paddle down the scenic Arkansas River on a half-day rafting adventure through Colorado’s Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Navigate class II and II whitewater rapids with an expert guide, and soak up the beauty of the surrounding high desert landscape, home to an abundance of native wildlife. It’s a great way for families and first-timers to experience one of Colorado’s favorite—and wettest!—outdoor adventure sports.
- Rafting trip down Bighorn Sheep Canyon
- Navigate thrilling class II and II whitewater rapids
- Stop to swim in calm river pools
- Be surrounded by the beauty of southern Colorado's high desert landscape
- Look for wild bighorn sheep and other native wildlife
- Great adventure for beginning rafters and families with children
- No experience necessary
What's Included
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Professional guide
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- 1420 Royal Gorge Blvd1420 Royal Gorge Blvd, Cañon City, CO 81212, USA
Meet at our store location prior to your trip and we will transform you from ordinary into a whitewater warrior!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
A popular spot for beginner and intermediate rafters, Bighorn Sheep Canyon is a relatively gentle stretch of the Arkansas River that winds through southern Colorado’s high desert landscape. Meet your friendly river guide at the Cañon City outpost, just southwest of Colorado Springs. Prepare for the ride by donning a life vest and helmet, and get an introduction to rafting essentials like safety and paddling techniques before transport to the launch site.
Set off on the currents and navigate through exciting Class II and II whitewater rapids like Five Points, Double Dip, and Spike Buck. Your guide helps with technique and ensure everyone's safety throughout the journey. On quieter stretches, enjoy the pristine desert scenery and look out for herds of wild bighorn sheep, the official state animal of Colorado.
Take advantage of the opportunity to swimming splash income river pools during breaks from the rapids. After reaching the end of the 10-mile stretch, you are transported back to the outpost, where you can purchase souvenir photos to memorialize your journey.
Come prepared with sunscreen, sunglasses, and quick-drying clothes, as you're sure to get wet! No rafting experience is required, and children age six and over are welcome.
Set off on the currents and navigate through exciting Class II and II whitewater rapids like Five Points, Double Dip, and Spike Buck. Your guide helps with technique and ensure everyone's safety throughout the journey. On quieter stretches, enjoy the pristine desert scenery and look out for herds of wild bighorn sheep, the official state animal of Colorado.
Take advantage of the opportunity to swimming splash income river pools during breaks from the rapids. After reaching the end of the 10-mile stretch, you are transported back to the outpost, where you can purchase souvenir photos to memorialize your journey.
Come prepared with sunscreen, sunglasses, and quick-drying clothes, as you're sure to get wet! No rafting experience is required, and children age six and over are welcome.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Aliber_P
It was a great experience for everyone...would definitely do it again! Our guide Hunter was great and did a great job making us feel safe! Lost paddle did a great job of making sure safety was always a priority.
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A+++ a must while spending time in Colorado!
David_Z, Aug 2023
Jude as our guide and the entire experience was amazing! Highly recommend!!
It was such a blast and much better than expected
Response from Host, Aug 2023
We love it when we can exceed expectations! Thanks again for choosing Lost Paddle Rafting!
Fun on and in the Arkansas River
Bruce_F, Aug 2023
Besides the obvious thrill of the rapids, especially for my 11 year-old grandson, who had never been rafting, it was jumping off the rock and floating down the river for a few hundred yards. Now he wants to raft every time he comes to Colorado.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
You may have a future river guide in your family! Thanks again for rafting with Lost Paddle Rafting!
Life changing experience
Lisa_W, Jul 2023
Jumping off the rock and falling off the raft . When I fell into the water Taylor quickly responded and helped me back onto to the raft.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Awesome! Thanks again for choosing Lost Paddle Rafting!
Lost Paddle thumbs up!
ARUN_L, Jul 2023
We did the Level 2-3. It was a lot of fun and at the same time pretty safe with kids.
Will definitely recommend- Lost Paddle
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thanks again for choosing Lost Paddle Rafting!
Great Trip!
Dottie_G, Jul 2023
This is the perfect rafting trip for first timers. We had a blast. Our guide, Nikki, kept our trip both exciting and safe. She brought our group to a place where we could jump into the current and let us ride it back to our rafts. So much fun!! Highly recommend this for anyone going rafting for the first time. It was exciting but had learning curve for safety.
Awesome experience!
Aliber_P, Jul 2023
It was a great experience for everyone...would definitely do it again! Our guide Hunter was great and did a great job making us feel safe! Lost paddle did a great job of making sure safety was always a priority.
Sierra and the other...
Nina_F, Aug 2022
Sierra and the other staff were very enthusiastic, informational and made the experience so much fun!
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Great to hear you enjoyed your time out rafting with Sierra! Thanks again for choosing Lost Paddle Rafting! -Jim and Kelly
Perfect
John_M, Aug 2022
Rafting with my girlfriend on a beautiful day through the bighorn canyon. We live in Raleigh NC but out visiting family. Our guide Kelly ROCKS.
John Marks :)
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Glad you enjoyed your time out rafting! Thanks again for choosing Lost Paddle Rafting! -Jim and Kelly
Don’t miss out on this one!!!
Kestin_C, Jul 2022
Our tour guide Tyler was a gem! He is extremely knowledgeable about the area, started conversations, and made everyone comfortable.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Tyler loves what he does and sharing that love is what he does best! Thanks again for choosing Lost Paddle Rafting!
Amazing!!
Ron_B, Jul 2022
Wonderful experience! Very nice and professional! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Loved it!! The guides were all super nice and friendly!
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Thanks for the great review! We're thrilled you had such a great rafting with us. See you here next time!
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