Scenic Canyon Half-Day Float

Overview

Feel free to leave the worries at home. This trip has just enough splash to remind you that you’re on a river but leaves out the intensity of the Shoshone rapids. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to kick-back and take in all that Glenwood Canyon has to offer. Hop out and do some swimming or even dip your toes in the hot springs that make their way into the Colorado River as you approach Glenwood Springs.

City: Glenwood Springs

Tue 22 Jul

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Starting at $64.00

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Tue 22 Jul

Starting at $64.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Shuttle

Free hotel pickup and drop-off upon request with 24-hour notice (Please Call).

Happy Paddlers (guests 12 and under)

Optional use of wetsuits, river booties, and splash-jackets

Helmet

No additional fees and taxes

Personal Flotation Device (PFD) aka, lifejacket

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival. Please arrive 45 minutes prior to trip departure.
48-hour cancellation policy

What To Expect

Defiance Rafting

Your experience starts by meeting at the Defiance boathouse in Glenwood Springs. There, we will gear you up, talk about the trip, and introduce you to your river pro. Then we'll shuttle up Glenwood Canyon to Grizzly Creek where we will put-in on the Colorado River. You'll begin your scenic float right away as we navigate down the lower half of Glenwood Canyon. There will be occasional splashes and opportunities to jump in the water through lower Glenwood Canyon and into the community of Glenwood Springs. • Class I–II • Trip Length: 2 hours to 2 1/2 hours (dependent on river flow) • Departs daily @ 9:00 am; 1:00 pm; and 4:00 pm • Check-In is 45 minutes prior to departure • Requirements: Paddlers must weigh at least 30lbs.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (203)

Margie_N

Jun 2024

Great fun with scenic views including seeing a baby bear, eagle, and baby goats. Just enough thrills to cause shrills of woooo-weeeee! It was an absolute blast!

Response from Host

Jun 2024

How lucky to see a baby bear, plus eagles and big horn sheep! Glenwood Canyon definitely came through with the wildlife sightings! Thanks for coming white water rafting with us.

Amy_W

Jun 2024

Scuba Steve was great! We had a wonderful day, water levels were high and we had an all adult group so he was a little more aggressive In his route did to make it more than just a “float”. would for sure go back

Response from Host

Jun 2024

We're so happy to hear the Scuba was able to tailor your trip so you got a little more splash! Make sure to call and request him as a guide if you decide to visit us again!

Egle_C

Jun 2024

The whole experience was awesome! Everyone was super nice and helpful, our guide was great and so knowledgeable! We had a blast talking to him the whole time:) definitely recommend, and it’s super chill- you can get wet but nothing crazy.

Response from Host

Jun 2024

Thanks for the kind words! We're happy to hear that your experience was so good and you felt taken care of by the Defiance Rafting crew. Definitely come visit us again next time you're in Glenwood Springs!