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Idaho Springs Clear Creek Whitewater Rafting 2 hr 30 min

TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10

GoodTop 30% in Idaho Springs

23 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

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

Paddle continuous Class III–IV rapids through Clear Creek Canyon on a guided 150-minute rafting adventure from Idaho Springs.

About this tour

Trade the city streets for the rush of Clear Creek on an Idaho Springs whitewater rafting trip just 30 minutes from Denver. This 150-minute intermediate adventure brings you into the scenic Clear Creek Canyon, where continuous Class III–IV rapids reward teamwork and active paddling.

After a safety orientation and paddle instruction, gear up with a wetsuit, helmet, personal flotation device, and splash jacket. Then follow your guide through challenging stretches such as Nomad, Fall River, Deliverance, and the finale at Outer Limits. The creek’s steep gradient calls for focused paddling and quick maneuvers, making this a lively choice for adventurous first-timers and experienced paddlers alike. Once off the water, take in the historic character of Idaho Springs, a former Colorado gold-mining town.

Book your Idaho Springs Clear Creek whitewater rafting trip for a spirited canyon run and a memorable day on the water.

Highlights

  • Navigate continuous Class III–IV rapids through Clear Creek Canyon
  • Paddle challenging sections including Nomad, Deliverance, and Outer Limits
  • Work as a team through technical maneuvers on a steep-gradient creek
  • Explore historic Idaho Springs after your rafting adventure

What's included

Included

  • Neoprene wetsuit
  • Safety orientation and paddle instruction
  • Helmet
  • Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device
  • Splash jacket
  • Custom self-bailing raft
  • Paddle

Not included

  • Wetsuit boot rental ($7; can be added after reservation)
  • Gratuities
  • Snacks

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Important information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Meet at the office near Exit 240 off Interstate 70; turn south onto Highway 103 and continue about 0.5 miles
  • Parking is limited at the office; a city-owned lot just north costs $2 per day

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.96 from 23 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator 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 7.9. Top 30% in Idaho Springs means it ranks in the top 30% of tours in Idaho Springs by this score.

Provider rating distribution in Idaho Springs

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