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Idaho Springs Beginner Clear Creek Rafting 2.5 hr

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

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  • Idaho Springs
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Take on 10 Clear Creek rapids, pass Idaho Springs mining landmarks, and enjoy a beginner-friendly rafting trip near Denver.

About this tour

Trade Denver’s city streets for the rush of Clear Creek on a beginner-friendly rafting trip through Idaho Springs. This 2.5-hour Idaho Springs Clear Creek rafting tour packs in 10 rapids, with little slack water between the action.

Follow your guide through named rapids such as Castle Falls, Mountain Lion, and Mr. Twister, then take in the historic mining town from the water. Along the way, spot the Argo Gold Mine & Mill and the Charlie Taylor waterwheel. Professional guides, whitewater and safety equipment, transportation, and complimentary wetsuits are provided. Booties and splash jackets are available for a small fee.

The meeting point is in Idaho Springs, about 30 minutes from downtown Denver. Bring quick-drying clothes, secure shoes, and a towel with dry clothes for after the trip. Book your Idaho Springs Clear Creek rafting adventure and get ready to paddle through a lively stretch of Colorado history and whitewater.

Highlights

  • Tackle 10 rapids, including Castle Falls and Mr. Twister
  • Float past Idaho Springs’ historic mining landmarks
  • Enjoy a beginner-friendly rafting adventure near Denver

What's included

Included

  • Professional guides
  • Whitewater and safety equipment
  • Transportation for your trip
  • Complimentary wetsuits

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Booties and splash jackets available for a small fee

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Important information

  • Meeting point: 1313 Idaho St, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
  • Park in the public lot across 13th Street from the outpost
  • Bring quick-drying clothes or a swimsuit, secure footwear, warm non-cotton layers, sunglasses with a strap, sunscreen, water, a hat, and a towel and dry clothes for afterward
  • Flip-flops and Crocs are not permitted
  • This trip is not suitable for pregnant women or people with heart problems

Frequently asked questions

How long is the rafting tour?

The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours.

How many rapids are on the route?

The route features 10 rapids, including Castle Falls, Mountain Lion, and Mr. Twister.

What should I wear?

Wear a swimsuit or quick-drying clothes and secure footwear. Bring warm non-cotton layers and a change of dry clothes.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at 1313 Idaho St, Idaho Springs, CO 80452. The outpost is across 13th Street from the public parking lot.

Is the tour suitable for everyone?

The tour is not suitable for pregnant women or people with heart problems.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 5.00 from 1 review. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Idaho Springs
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1.

Provider rating distribution in Idaho Springs

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