Vail Rafting Colorado CO

Colorado River Rafting

The Colorado River offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the state. Putting in at 6000 ft., this run treats you to majestic views of the Glenwood Canyon. Highlighted with two miles of continuous whitewater, the Colorado’s diversity makes it a terrific choice for both families and the whitewater enthusiast. ASK US ABOUT OUR OPTIONS FOR YOUNGER KIDS. Morning and afternoon trips available. This trip departs 4 times per day at, 9am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm.

Vail Rafting Trips Colorado

Our whitewater rafting trips are just the beginning! In addition to our river rafting adventures, you may choose to rent a mountain bike, take in a jeep tour, saddle up for a horseback ride, take one of the several great hikes nearby, play on the river in a yahoo (sit-on-top kayak), or visit the world's largest hot springs pool nearby.

Our Most Popular Rafting Trips

These trips all include some combination of whitewater rapids, some gentler, relaxing float waters and the spectacular scenery of the Glenwood Canyon. A perfect selection for a taste of all the river has to offer. Totally appropriate for beginners as well as the experienced rafter. Mild Trips
A great choice for families with young children, older adults or those who just prefer a relaxing day on the river. These trips do not offer whitewater, but rather focus on the milder float waters, the magnificent scenery, perhaps some sightseeing as well as some history and tales of the area.

Wild Rafting Trips

These trips offer the most whitewater and are for the thrill seeker with some prior experience on the river. You can expect to participate as part of the raft crew, get totally drenched and have a blast!

Specialty Rafting Trips

For those seeking something a little different from the ordinary, we offer a variety of trips from an intimate gathering to group events for team building or celebrating company outings.

Combination Rafting Trips

Let us combine a few of your favorite activities to create your own custom adventure. Choose from rafting (the #1 favorite activity of the area), jeeping, horseback riding, mountain biking, tram ride and cave tour, fly-fishing, ATV tour, hayride, western cook-out, hot springs pool, etc…

Vail Rafting and Vail Whitewater Rafting

Vail Rafting on the Colorado River
Whitewater Rafting near Vail Colorado

Vail is near three very popular rafting rivers: the Colorado, the Eagle and the Arkansas. There are numerous entrepreneurs who will provide trips, along with plenty of fishing guides. Fish the Colorado, Roaring Fork and Eagle rivers, as well as lakes and streams in the White River National Forest. Use a fly or spinner, according to your preference. Equipment and instruction provided, if needed. Catch and release only. 

Vail Colorado Whitewater Rafting

Experience and customer care set Rock Gardens Rafting apart. From mild to wild, we’ve been offering Vail raft trips for all ages and abilities on the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers since 1974. Enjoy half-day, full-day or custom whitewater raft trips - especially for you.

Rock Gardens raft trips are just the beginning! Our base camp on the river, Glenwood Canyon Resort, has a great selection of lodging in a serene and gorgeous setting – your headquarters for mountain biking, jeep tours, horseback riding, cave tours, and hiking.

At the end of your exhilarating Vail Rock Gardens Rafting day, unwind in the famous Glenwood Springs Hot Springs Pool, the world's largest therapeutic outdoor pool.

Don’t miss out on thrilling fun in a special location…Call now for your pick of dates!

Vail Colorado Rafting Vacations 

Join us on the Colorado River through the spectacular Glenwood Canyon or experience one of the many sections of the Arkansas River such as "Browns Canyon" or the infamous "Royal Gorge." Take a leisurely guided float down the Upper Colorado or experience the scenery and whitewater excitement of the Blue River.

From "Mild to Wild" or "Beginner to Expert", we have a huge variety of professionally guided whitewater raft trips that include full day, half day, short, and multi-day camping trips. Our helpful and friendly staff can find just the right Whitewater Adventure for you or your group.

Wherever you are in Colorado we can offer you a Whitewater Raft Trip that will become the highlight of your vacation.

Stay with us and enjoy so many options. We are located on the Colorado River in the beautiful Glenwood Canyon Just 1½ miles east of the World Famous Hot Springs Pool.

Rock Gardens offers full camping facilities for the tent camper or the RV traveler. We have a great selection of grass river front sites or wooded sites and a wide selection of RV sites with electric and water hook ups.

Vail Colorado River Rafting 

Rent a bike and ride the Glenwood Canyon Recreational Trail that runs right past our facility and along the Colorado River. Explore the many hiking trails that are within a short walk from our base area. Experience a Guided Float Fishing Trip on some of the best Gold Medal rivers in Colorado.

Rock Gardens caters to all sizes of groups... from a small party of one to over 200 we can accommodate your needs. We are very proud of what we have to offer and would like to take a moment to thank you for visiting our site and hope you enjoy the variety of information it includes. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.

Join Rock Gardens Rafting on the Colorado River for an exciting white water rafting adventure! We offer white water raft trips in Glenwood Springs for all ages and experience levels. Enjoy a family float trip down the milder waters of the Colorado or Roaring Fork Rivers…or experience adrenaline pumping whitewater rafting through the Shoshone Rapids on the Colorado River.

From a half-day whitewater raft trip to a full day of rafting and yahoo river adventure, or perhaps one of our specialty whitewater rafting trips or a customized raft and activity adventure created just for you, we can help plan your fun family vacation or weekend get-away to Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Voted the #1 place in America to cool off by the Travel Channel. Glenwood Springs is located in the heart of the Colorado Rockies between Aspen and Vail, a short drive from Denver and Grand Junction.