Beginner Whitewater Rafting on Historic Clear Creek

Experience the thrill of beginner whitewater rafting on Clear Creek Middle, a historic and scenic stretch with numerous rapids and gold mining history. Perfect for families and adventurers of all ages!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Downstream Adventures Rafting - Clear Creek - We ask that guest arrive at our location 30 minutes before the scheduled trip time to allow for check-in. After checking in, guests will meet their guides who will begin preparing them for the journey to come. Guests will receive the necessary equipment and receive a lesson in basic river safety. Next, they will load onto the shuttle vehicle and begin the short ride to the creekside put-in.
    After cruising through several miles of family-friendly whitewater, guests will reach the take out where our shuttle will be waiting to bring them back to the outpost (but not before the ceremonial group high five). Guests will return to our outpost where they will have the opportunity to purchase photos of their excursion, shop for a souvenir, or get recommendation from their guide for other local activities and restaurants.
What's Included
  • Complimentary gear including wetsuits, splash jackets, helmets, paddles, and flotation devices.
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Footwear required (no crocs or flip flops)
Additional Information

Middle Clear Creek ranks among the best introductory rafting options in the country. Packed with a multitude of rapids and steeped in historical interest, its appeal is undeniable. Clear Creek harbors more rapids than almost any other route in the US. However, the rapids in our Middle section are simple and ideal for families with kids, or anyone desiring a less intense experience. While navigating this exceptional stretch of whitewater, rafters may catch glimpses of Colorado’s thriving gold mining past and perhaps encounter a miner or two along the way.

  • Although the river itself is not wheelchair access, in most cases we can make special arrangements for our guests’ needs.
Location
Downstream Adventures Rafting - Clear Creek
Park Avenue
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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M384lgmicheleg
Aug 31, 2024
Would go again and again! - Wonderful experience. Great staff! They walked us through everything before we hit the water. Felt very safe the entire trip. The scenery is awesome.
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Matthew_m
Aug 3, 2024
Great for first timers - We had a great time. Kevin was a great tour guide. The day was hot and the water was clear and cool. Did not get as wet as I thought we would, unless you jumped in the water, which you had an opportunity to do about half way through. No special equipment needed. They have everything you need.
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Jasonfett
Jul 30, 2024
DownStream is the best.....trust me I did the research - Amazing, we had an awesome guide (Tanner) and an amazing time as well. We were able to meet the owner who was about as good as they come! Thank you for the hospitality! ***Matt's Friend - june of 2024
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Willtravelforfun19
Jul 24, 2024
Perfect experience for first timers! - All the guides were kind, and patient and knew what they were doing. They made us feel safe which allowed us to relax and enjoy the experience even though we had never done something like this before. Henry was our guide in the raft itself and he helped us navigate the river in a fun, exciting, and informative way. We were 4 in total with two teenagers so it was perfect for having enough paddling force. We noticed another raft that had a family with young children and it was adorable because the little ones sit in the middle and enjoy the ride while the parents and guide do all the work.
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Liskeardlady
Jul 23, 2024
Large group with LOTS of kids - We had a group of 46, and from the moment I called, it was smooth. Waivers were clear, payment was easy. We got there, and were set up with the safety instructions and gear. We had kids from 6 up and everyone had so much fun. Tanner was amazing as a guide, and we appreciated his sense of humor and knowledge and had a lot of laughs. Swag was appropriately priced, and we would do it again in a heart beat.
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Jackie_d
Jul 10, 2024
Our guide Tanner was... - Our guide Tanner was great. We had a blast! We would highly recommend this for a first timer. We will definitely be back to try the next level rafting trip.
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131appt
Jul 2, 2024
Great all around experience from arrival to end of tour - We had a wonderful experience, especially due to our engaging tour guide Curt, middle name Eric. We went on the beginner level tour and Curt made it a memorable experience for the kids and the adults. This is a great way to experience the area in water, and learn about the sites to see when out of water. We have already recommended Downstream Adventures and Curt to a family visiting Winter Park in a few weeks. A great time.
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Lindsayfw3503ju
Jun 30, 2024
BEST WHITE WATER RAFTING EXPERIENCE - Absolutely the best white water rafting trip for a group! We had all ages and it was the perfect amount of fun rapids and the woods with some adventure! Our guide, Jenna was informative, patient and very knowledgeable of all the history throughout the trip! Highly recommend 💙
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Brianne_w
Jun 24, 2024
Family fun! - The rafting was very fun and well organized. Jenna was a great guide, and did a great job teaching us how to raft. We highly recommend!
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Agacita
Jul 31, 2024
Great place other than lady greeting you. - Everything was great on our trip. Savannah, our guide was absolutely wonderful. The only reason I do not rate this a a five star is, because the lady working the counter in the shop the lady that greets you when you come in her attitude needs a little bit of adjustment. She may be the owner, I don’t know, but she should receive people friendly happy and serviceable, but instead it’s almost like she didn’t want to be there. But Savannah the guide, is a rockstar.
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