Whitewater Rafting
Crested Butte whitewater rafting is the best way to experience the area's extensive network of mountain rivers slicing through gorgeous wilderness areas.
Local Listings:
Breckenridge WhitewaterFrisco, CO
Exciting and scenic rafting trips on the best rivers of Colorado for all ages and abilities.
Discounted Whitewater Rafting Trips Near Aspen!Buena Vista, CO
Cabins on site! Trips only an hour away from Aspen, mild to wild for all levels. Free wetsuits and jackets.
Wilderness Aware Rafting: Colorado Whitewater!Buena Vista, CO
Twice named "Colorado Company of the Year", you will find a thrilling adventure, experienced guides and FUN! Raft the Arkansas, Colorado Dolores, Gunnison and N. Platte River.
Harmel's Ranch ResortAlmont, CO
Nested high in the Rockies of southwestern Colorado, Harmel's Ranch Resort provides families with the ultimate dude ranch vacation adventure...
Scenic River Tours IncGunnison, CO
Rock climbing, fishing, kayaking, rafting... whatever gets your blood rushing, we can arrange it!..
Three Rivers ResortAlmont, CO
Offering kayaking, rafting and hiking, Three Rivers Resort makes for a great getaway for outdoor lovers...
- Crested Butte raft outfitters offer several different guided tours varying in length and excitement starting at $35.
- The Gunnison River is a great float trip for families and fishermen, while the Taylor River has more exciting rapids.
- Crested Butte's runoff-fed rivers offer best conditions from May through July.
Overview
Spend a day running one of Crested Butte's whitewater rivers. Several trips of varying length and excitement are offered by Crested Butte raft companies.
Where to go whitewater rafting
- The Taylor River is a steep, narrow alpine stream with long, sustained rapids that will challenge to the most proficient rafters. It's highly advised to hire a guide for the Taylor.
- The Gunnison River is very popular for families and rafting newbies. This float trip accesses great fishing, some fun whitewater park rapids most frequently run North Bridge to McCabe's Lane. Put in at Almont for a longer float.
- The Black Canyon of the Gunnison is a stretch of other-worldy class V (second most dangerous) rapids located in a high-walled, federally protected canyon east of Gunnison. This ain't your Sunday afternoon float trip.
Guided Tours & Rentals
Several professionally accredited and licensed outfitters offer guided Crested Butte raft trips. Pick a river, length and ability level for trips starting at $35.
