Browns Canyon Rafting and Granite Via Ferrata

Highlights

  • 10 miles of mild to more exhilarating rapids

  • Raft through a National Monument

  • Experience Colorado's highest freefall

  • Climb into the cliffside above the Arkansas River Valley

  • Traverse across iron rungs, ladders, and cables

Summary

From our Buena Vista outpost located less than one hour from Breckenridge, Vail, and Aspen, experience our Granite Via Ferrata course and raft 10 miles through Browns Canyon on the beautiful Arkansas River.

Tour info

Duration
1 day
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Why take this tour?

At our Buena Vista outpost located less than one hour from Breckenridge, Vail, and Aspen, test your skills on our Via Ferrata course with a thrilling zipline to your starting point. You will ascend crags and rappel above the Arkansas River Valley, gaining magnificent views of the 14000+ foot Collegiate Peaks throughout the entire course, as you traverse across iron rungs, bars, and ladders built into the granite cliffside, high above the Arkansas River Valley.  In this action packed day, you will additionally raft 10 miles on through Browns Canyon on the beautiful Arkansas River. Navigate the class III rapids of the classic Browns Canyon National Monument, paddling through slightly larger waves and faster rapids such as  Zoom Flume and Pinball. Browns Canyon white water rafting is appropriate for most ages and experience levels, and this trip delivers a mix of exhilarating whitewater and the majestic scenery of a granite canyon. 

What’s included?

  • PFD, Wetsuit, Splash Jacket, & Helmet

  • Experienced guide

  • Via Ferrata Gear

  • Lunch

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: full day

  • Minimum age: 12

  • Minimum weight: 75 lbs.

Before you go

  • Check confirmation location and time

  • Read and sign liability waiver

  • Have fun!

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations made prior to 7pm the night before will receive a 90% refund.

About operator:

AVA Rafting & Zipline is one of Colorado's most awarded outdoor adventure companies. Founded in 1998, AVA operates world-class whitewater rafting trips and overnight trips on the Arkansas River, Clear Creek, and Colorado River. In addition to rafting, AVA has unique zipline and via ferrata courses in Buena Vista and Idaho Springs (just 30 minutes outside Denver). AVA is your one stop outfitter for Colorado adventures.

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