Top Buena Vista Day Trips

Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with family friendly Colorado rafting through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Exciting class III-IV rapids intermixed with calm water in between make Browns Canyon rafting great for beginners and experts alike.

Experience the adrenaline rush of a whitewater rafting trip in Colorado's Browns Canyon, just south of Buena Vista. Safely navigate a 16-mile (26-kilometer) stretch of whitewater with an expert guide, and tackle the class IV rapids at Seidel’s Suckhole and high waters of Twin Falls. Your small-group rafting trip includes lunch, safety equipment, and transfer back to the original departure point.

Novice and advanced rafters alike agree that running Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River makes for a fun-filled day on the water. Admire canyon scenery as you head through white water, including rapids such as Pinball and Big Drop. Lunch is also included for you to enjoy partway through the trip.

Experience the thrill of river rafting in Colorado with this half-day adventure in Browns Canyon. Meet your guide at a departure point and go whitewater rafting down the Arkansas River. Choose between two different departure times (morning or afternoon) depending on your preference and set out on an outdoor paddling adventure. Learn new rafting skills during this tour. All equipment including wetsuit, boots, and helmet is provided.