Estes Park

Surrounded by Rocky Mountain National Park and only an hour and a half outside of Denver, Estes Park boasts a variety of outdoor activities and attractions with stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. Most notably, Rocky Mountain National Park offers hiking and wildlife spotting, and visitors can drive the Trail Ridge Road from Estes to Grand Lake with views of the park and the Continental Divide Trail. In the warmer months, opportunities also abound for  Whitewater Rafting, Rock Climbing, and Stand-up Paddleboarding.

OUR TRENDING TRIPS NEAR ESTES PARK

Our outpost in Idaho Springs provides access to the Clear Creek and some of the best rafting in the area. Located one and a half hours from Estes park and only 30 minutes from Denver, Idaho Springs provides convenient  and thrilling outdoor experiences, whether you’re visiting Estes Park or on your way to Denver! At our outpost, we offer Whitewater Rafting on the Clear Creek suitable for all ages and skill levels. In addition to rafting, we host unforgettable Cliffside Zipline and Mount Blue Sky Via Ferrata trips, allowing you to soar through the air and conquer the Rocky Mountains. For those looking to make the most of their Colorado trip, we also offer adventure packages that combine multiple experiences, ensuring your day truly is action packed!

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Gold Rush Clear Creek Rafting Adventure

 
Splash down the Clear Creek mining valley on our 1/3 day Gold Rush trip. Just a short half-hour trip from Denver, this family-friendly rafting [...]

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Clear Creek Gold Rush + Zipline Package

 
Join us on one of our best family trips, and experience Colorado fun on the river and in the air. From our Idaho Springs [...]

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Cliffside Zipline Half Day

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Mount Blue Sky, Colorado Via Ferrata

Get your heart up on one of our most daring adventure trips! On our Mount Blue Sky Via Ferrata course, you will traverse the [...]

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Colorado Float Trips – Scenic Half Day

This wonderful Colorado River float trip is a gently flowing section that is inviting to all ages. You’ll encounter a few small rapids as [...]

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ALL TRIPS NEAR ESTES PARK

The town of Estes additionally hosts Lake Estes, with opportunities for boating, fishing, or relaxing. After your outdoor adventure, be sure to check out one of Estes’s restaurants, breweries, or distilleries, or visit a festival or outdoor concert.

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Scenic Float Full Day

Experience the natural beauty of the Colorado River on our Full Day Upper Colorado Full Day Scenic Float trip! You’ll paddle a gently flowing [...]

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Splashy & Moderate
Great for Families in Summit County

Blue River Express White Water Rafting Trip

Join AVA on the Blue River on this 1/3-day family-friendly rafting trip! Splash through class III rapids and marvel at the scenery around you [...]

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Walk & Wade Fly Fishing Trip

Explore the incredible waters of the Upper Colorado River with a knowledgeable fishing guide. It doesn’t matter if it’s your first-time fishing or you’re [...]

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Upper Colorado 4 Hour Fly Fishing Trip

Join AVA for a scenic fly-fishing excursion on the Upper Colorado River. Our 4- hour float trips are perfect for both novice and experienced [...]

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Arkansas Valley Never-Ever Full Day Fly Fishing

Come discover the magnetism of fly fishing in Colorado! Endless riffles, runs, pools, and overhanging brush – the Arkansas River is one of Colorado’s [...]

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Arkansas Valley Never-Ever Half Day Fly Fishing

The perfect introduction to fly fishing. Get an orientation and test your skills on the iconic Arkansas River in central Colorado.

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Polaris RZR Half Day UTV Rental

Embark on an exhilarating full-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Kremmling, Colorado with our latest UTV rentals. With this half-day (4-hour) UTV rental, [...]

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Polaris RZR 2 Hour UTV Rental

Our UTV rentals offer an unforgettable opportunity to adventure through the stunning scenery of Kremmling, Colorado. Our 2-hour UTV rental offers a shorter introduction [...]

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ESTES PARK WHITEWATER RAFTING AND OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES

Family Friendly Whitewater

For a convenient trip ideal for all ages, we recommend our 1/3 day Gold Rush Rafting on the Clear Creek. From our Idaho Springs outpost you will paddle through 11 rapids of more moderate yet exciting class III whitewater!

ADRENALINE RUSH RAFTING

The Clear Creek also offers opportunities for more intense rafting! Our Phoenix Full day adventure will take you on an exhilarating ride through class V rapids, and our Lower Canyon half day trip will give you an introductory experience to more challenging class V rapids.

WHAT IS THE CLOSEST ZIPLINING TO ESTES PARK?

Our Idaho Springs outpost offers our Cliffside Zipline course. Here, you have the opportunity to swing through the trees and above the Chicago Creek across 6 lines, and even race each other on a race line!

IS THERE A VIA FERRATA COURSE NEAR ESTES PARK?

Our Idaho Springs outpost also hosts an exciting Mount Blue Sky Via Ferrata course! Climb high into the cliffside across iron rungs and bars and even swing on several lines of our zipline course.