White Water Paddling in Colorado Springs, CO

The Royal Gorge is a steep and deep canyon carved by the Arkansas River near Canon City. The Arkansas River has more whitewater than any other river in Colorado, with the Royal Gorge offering class III-IV thrills through the canyon.

This recreation area is one of the most popular whitewater destinations in the nation. For 150-miles, this gorgeous river carves its way through some of Colorado's most impressive mountains.

The Arkansas River is part of Pueblo’s downtown identity, and the Whitewater Park is located in downtown, within walking distance of shops and restaurants in the Historic Downtown District. The park features eight drops over a half-mile stretch.

Salida residents don’t only have the mountains as their playground; they also have the Arkansas River, which runs through downtown Salida. The river is dam-controlled, and can run as high as 6,000 cfs.

This is the ultimate Arkansas River trip, offering steep drops, technical sections and tight channels on advanced class IV-V rapids near Buena Vista.