Arkansas River Rafting in Colorado
Simply Put - It's the Best Of Colorado White Water Rafting
Over 27 years ago, Noah's Ark recognized the untapped potential of the Arkansas River as a gem of a Colorado white water rafting destination and a true outdoor recreation treasure. Now the largest Colorado rafting company in the state, Noah's Ark has been proudly leading Arkansas River rafting trips for thousands of families and groups on sections of this scenic Colorado river including Browns Canyon, the Royal Gorge, the Narrows and the Numbers since 1983. Easily accessible from Denver, Colorado Springs, Breckenridge and Summit County in Colorado, the Arkansas River located near Buena Vista, CO, is the most popular white water rafting destination in Colorado. This versatile river offers runs from beginner to advanced and Class II to Class V Colorado whitewater amidst unforgettable views of 14,000 foot peaks in the Arkansas River Valley.
Experience the most sought after white water rafting in Colorado!
The Arkansas River forges its path through the mountains before dropping into the shadows of Browns Canyon and the Royal Gorge to deliver one of the most sought after white water rafting experiences in the United States.
The Arkansas River Headwaters Recreation Area stretches almost 150 miles through eight distinct sections, offering a variety of adventure options for your white water rafting or fly fishing experience.
2010 Colorado Whitewater Rafting Trips with Noah's Ark
The #1 Rafted River in Colorado
Browns Canyon Half Day White Water Rafting
Class III to III+ Rapids
10 miles
The Browns Canyon trips offer an incredible combination of a wilderness setting and many rapids. The #1 rafted section in Colorado and the country! We have 2 launches daily from our private river put-in.
Browns Canyon Full Day White Water Rafting
Class III to III+ Rapids
20 miles
Double the adventure and double the miles through Browns Canyon and enjoy breathtaking scenery, towering granite walls, amazing rock formations and thrilling rapids!
Narrows Full Day White Water Rafting
Class III to IV Rapids
15 miles
Located to the north of Browns Canyon, this technically challenging trip offers spectacular views, a delicious homemade lunch and exciting rapids!
Brown's Canyon Overnight Raft Trip
Class III to III+ Rapids
20 miles
Raft through exciting class III and IV rapids during the day and then in the evening enjoy hiking, fishing or wildlife viewing at your campsite in the heart of Browns Canyon.
Narrows Overnight Raft Trip
Class III to IV Rapids
35 miles
Raft through the Narrows and Browns Canyon sections of the Arkansas River and enjoy 15 exciting class III-IV rapids and a relaxing night camping beside the river!
Royal Gorge Full Day White Water Rafting
Class IV to IV+ Rapids
17 miles
The Royal Gorge Trip offers 17 miles of white water rafting in the shadows of the stunning 1000-foot canyon walls of the Royal Gorge. It is a physically demanding trip with breathtaking scenery.
Numbers Full Day White Water Rafting
Class IV to IV+ Rapids
24 miles
This highly technical section of white water , located just north of Buena Vista, is for those with excellent physical stamina and a desire for relentless Class IV water.
Compare all our Colorado whitewater rafting trips.
See the Rapids Rating Scale for information on difficulty scale.
