Experience the thrill of family rafting on the Lower Animas River in Durango, Colorado. Paddle through rapids, enjoy scenic beauty, and learn about the region’s history and traditions. Perfect for ages 4 and up!
- 32nd St Bridge - River Access Point - This must-do Durango adventure gives you around 2 hours on the river, taking you through the heart of this historic town and the funnest rapid sections. Families, friends, solo travelers, and locals of all experience levels absolutely love this trip!
You’ll bound through plenty of Class II rapids and one exciting Class III at Smelter Whitewater Park. Class II rapids are “fun and friendly,” rolling over the bow and dousing those at the front of the boat. Class III rapids are “wet and wild,” usually soaking everyone in the raft head to toe.
Keep in mind the size of rapids will vary throughout the season with water levels, with spring typically having higher flows and summer lower flows. Don’t worry if you’re here later in the season, there’s plenty of excitement to be had as we navigate between the rocks!
Our experienced and entertaining river guides will get you downstream, sharing tons of fun stories, and fascinating history and insights about the area. You’re welcome to paddle with your guide, or sit back and relax.
All trips come with a safety orientation and paddling instructions from our experienced and fun-loving river guides. We take ages 4 and up on these trips!
- Pre-trip safety orientation
- Highly maintained and quality equipment
- Free helmets & PFDs (life jackets)
- River and land access fees included
- Free splash jackets
- Round trip shuttle from main office
- Free Parking
- Trip Leaders average 2,000 river miles
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Rafting through Durango is just as popular with the locals as it is the visitors. It’s the perfect mix of excitement for all ages, with the added charm of floating through an impossibly picturesque town. You’ll catch plenty of splashes while getting to sit back and relax on this free-flowing Rocky Mountain river.
Half Day rafting trips on the Lower Animas are incredibly popular for busy schedules. You’ll get a couple hours on the water with the best rapid sections.
Plus, our guides are well-trained and absolutely love what they do. You’ll get a hoot out of them as much as they get a hoot out of running this river.
- Minimum age is 4 years
- Wet-suit and wet-suit boot rentals are highly recommended through June
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
