If you've been having dreams of white water rafting, Colorado should be your first choice as a vacation destination. As the one of the world's premiere destinations for whitewater rafting, Colorado has rivers for all levels of rafting enthusiasts. In fact, when many people say the words "white water rafting", Colorado is the next word that comes to mind. But don't waste your time playing word associations games! Read on for exciting information about Colorado white water rafting.
Summit County Colorado White Water Rafting
If you thought that Breckenridge Colorado was just for skiers, think again! Once the snow melts, Breckenridge turns into a Colorado white water rafting paradise. Rafting in Breckenridge has a great side benefit. At the end of the day, you can enjoy the great Breckenridge shops, restaurants and attractions. On your day off from rafting, take a ride over to Silverthorne and explore the Silverthorne Outlet Stores.
When you choose Breckenridge for your Colorado white water rafting trip, you have a choice of a number of rivers. As the longest river in the Southwest, the Colorado runs from the Gore Canyon whitewater to the scenic "Upper C" section.
Since the 1880s, when Civil War veteran and explorer Major John Wesley called this stretch of river "impassable". Gore Canyon has since become a Class V Colorado white water rafting proving ground. When you ride downstream from the canyon, the Colorado opens up to a valley that meanders gracefully through meadows filled with wildflowers. This scenic section of the Colorado River known as the Upper C is perfect for beginner white water rafters.
Another option for a Breckenridge Colorado white water rafting is to combine your rafting trip with a Colorado camping trip. Many people choose the Arkansas River for these combined trips.
Aspen Colorado White Water Rafting
Aspen is another ski area that, in the warmer weather, becomes a great place for white water rafting in Colorado. Like Breckenridge, Aspen offers a variety of shops and restaurants that can be enjoyed at the end of the day. The Roaring Fork River is Aspen's premiere white water rafting destination. Waters range from Class II to Class IV, depending on where you are in the river.
Eagle River White Water Rafting
Come summer, the Eagle River in the Vail Valley turns into another rafter's paradise that offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy great rafting in the daytime, and the Vail shops and restaurants at night. Dare devils like the Dowd Chute, Beginners and intermediates should stick to Middle Eagle and Lower Eagle.
Royal Gorge Canon City White Water rafting in Colorado
You can't talk about white water rafting in Colorado without mentioning the Royal Gorge. However, bear in mind that this will be a challenging trip! White water rafting in the Royal Gorge features 17 miles of rapids such as Three Rocks, Spikebuck, Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer, and Wallslammer. You can get a thrill as you look up and see the Royal Gorge Bridge, or take a day off from rafting to enjoy the Royal Gorge Park!
The best part of white water rafting in Colorado is when you finished a day of rafting you're in Colorado! What could be better?
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California Rafting
Are you planning a California rafting trip? California has a large number of rivers that are suitable for every rafting skill. In case you are not familiar with the river classifications, here are some descriptions. If you are new to the sport, you will want to find Class I interspersed with Class II rapids. The waves are 1-2 feet high. Using a self-guided watercraft is an option. These rivers are best for young children and tentative adults. The Coloma Valley has many Class I and Class II rivers where you can raft through gentle rapids as well as calm pools. The Coloma Valley passes between high rolling hills and gentle meadow. The meandering river passes by oak tree groves; alder and cottonwood trees. Along the way, you will see wild blackberry bushes on the riverside. This would be a relaxing and enjoyable California rafting trip.
More confident California rafting novices may seek out Class I and Class II interspersed with Class III rapids. Generally, the waves are 2-3 feet high. Occasionally, passageways may contain a few obstacles. Rapids will be challenging but not overwhelming. The South Fork American River is appropriate for California white water rafting at this level. The South Fork River is located near the Sierra Nevada Foothills.
Once you've mastered some of the basics of California River rafting, try some of the rivers with Class I - III water that are interspersed with occasional Class IV rapids. These rivers feature waves and drops 4 feet high and sometimes higher. A few difficult passageways may contain some obstacles. Be aware! Falling out of the raft in these rivers can be a challenging swim! The Merced River near Fresno is suitable for this skill level. Since its headwaters are in Yosemite, you can combine your white water rafting California trip with some hiking excursions.
Once you've reached the intermediate/advanced stage of California River rafting, you are ready for rivers with Class I - IV water and more challenging Class IV+ rapids. White water rafting California can be an exhilarating experience! There will usually be 4-5 foot waves and drops that often become more complicated by difficult passages that contain a number of obstacles. These might require quick, precise maneuvering. If by chance you fall out of the raft, swimming in rapids is difficult. However, if your white water rafting California skills are up to par, the Kaweah River located near Sequoia National Park is perfect for your California river rafting trip.
When you reach advanced status, rivers with Class I - IV+ water interspersed with long, tumultuous Class V rapids might suit your fancy. Here you will find 5-8 foot drops and obstacles that definitely need to be avoided. The Cal-Salmon River in Northern California offers Class V rapids that run through narrow canyons and tight chutes. These types of trips provide non-stop excitement for white water rafting California enthusiasts.
More confident California rafting novices may seek out Class I and Class II interspersed with Class III rapids. Generally, the waves are 2-3 feet high. Occasionally, passageways may contain a few obstacles. Rapids will be challenging but not overwhelming. The South Fork American River is appropriate for California white water rafting at this level. The South Fork River is located near the Sierra Nevada Foothills.
Once you've mastered some of the basics of California River rafting, try some of the rivers with Class I - III water that are interspersed with occasional Class IV rapids. These rivers feature waves and drops 4 feet high and sometimes higher. A few difficult passageways may contain some obstacles. Be aware! Falling out of the raft in these rivers can be a challenging swim! The Merced River near Fresno is suitable for this skill level. Since its headwaters are in Yosemite, you can combine your white water rafting California trip with some hiking excursions.
Once you've reached the intermediate/advanced stage of California River rafting, you are ready for rivers with Class I - IV water and more challenging Class IV+ rapids. White water rafting California can be an exhilarating experience! There will usually be 4-5 foot waves and drops that often become more complicated by difficult passages that contain a number of obstacles. These might require quick, precise maneuvering. If by chance you fall out of the raft, swimming in rapids is difficult. However, if your white water rafting California skills are up to par, the Kaweah River located near Sequoia National Park is perfect for your California river rafting trip.
When you reach advanced status, rivers with Class I - IV+ water interspersed with long, tumultuous Class V rapids might suit your fancy. Here you will find 5-8 foot drops and obstacles that definitely need to be avoided. The Cal-Salmon River in Northern California offers Class V rapids that run through narrow canyons and tight chutes. These types of trips provide non-stop excitement for white water rafting California enthusiasts.
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