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Cañon City Scenic Float Trip 3 hr

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  • Cañon City
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Float 5 miles through Bighorn Sheep Canyon, with gentle rapids, red-rock views, wildlife, and time to splash along the Arkansas River.

About this tour

Trade the rush of everyday life for a gentle ride through Colorado canyon country on a Cañon City scenic float trip. After checking in and gearing up, take a shuttle upstream for a safety orientation and an introduction to the raft. Then settle in for about 1.5 hours on the Arkansas River, floating a 5-mile stretch through upper Bighorn Sheep Canyon.

Your guide steers through easy Class II and III rapids while sharing the river’s history and lore. Take in towering red-rock cliffs, cottonwood groves, ponderosa pines, and the chance to spot local wildlife. Depending on water levels and the group’s pace, the trip may include time to swim, splash, or explore a riverside rock. Adults and children can paddle alongside the guide whenever they like, making this a relaxed introduction to rafting for families. The full half-day experience lasts about 3 hours and includes wetsuit gear and shuttle transportation.

For a quieter outing and a better chance of sunshine, consider a morning departure. Book your Cañon City scenic float trip and enjoy the Arkansas River at an easygoing pace.

Highlights

  • Float 5 miles through upper Bighorn Sheep Canyon
  • Ease through gentle Class II and III rapids
  • Spot wildlife, red-rock cliffs, and riverside groves
  • Pause to swim and splash when conditions allow
  • Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly introduction to rafting

What's included

Included

  • Half-day guided trip
  • 1.5 hours on the river
  • Shuttle transportation to and from the river
  • Wetsuit gear
  • Safety orientation

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Meet at 45000 W U.S. 50, Cañon City, CO 81212
  • Check in and gear up before departure
  • Children under 4 years are not permitted
  • Bring comfortable clothes, water shoes, a hat, snacks, sunscreen, and water
  • Smoking, alcohol, and drugs are not permitted
  • Higher water volume is most likely before mid-August

Frequently asked questions

How long is the trip?

The half-day trip lasts about 3 hours, including approximately 1.5 hours on the river.

How far do we float?

The route covers about 5 miles on the Arkansas River.

What rapids should we expect?

The trip includes mild Class II and III rapids in upper Bighorn Sheep Canyon.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at 45000 W U.S. 50, Cañon City, CO 81212.

What should I bring?

Bring comfortable clothes, water shoes, a hat, snacks, sunscreen, and water.

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