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rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking why arkansas valley adventure · ava is a regional company offering trips on several rivers in the rocky mountains · multiple outposts and pick-up locations throughout central colorado for your convenience · trips for all ages and abilities from beginner arkansas va lleyoverview 4-5 class ii to the most advanced class v whitewater in colorado arkansas va lleyriver tr i p s 6-9 · our guides exemplify the very highest levels of guest service and professionalism their priority is to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable time arkansas va lleyclimbing tr i p s 10 · wetsuit splash jackets helmet life jacket and paddle included in the price of your rafting trip arkansas va lleyhiking tr i p s 11 · rafting only 30 minutes from denver · world-class rafting rock climbing fly-fishing and hiking available at ava s 4-acre main outpost in granite scenic 14,000-foot peaks provide the backdrop to this location arkansas va lleyfishing tr i p s 12 arkansas va lleypa
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arkansas valley rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking what a great weekend thanks again the numbers/narrows was a blast i will have to try and make it back up for the pine creek/gauntlet trip before the summer is over see ya john harvill whatever direction you take to get to our granite outpost you are sure to be astounded by the beautiful views of the arkansas valley and by the line-up of 14,000foot peaks in the collegiate peaks mountain range that parallels highway 24 the arkansas valley boasts an abundance of activities rafting climbing biking fly-fishing hiking backpacking and horseback riding are popular activities in the valley after playing all day leave enough time in the evening to soak in the area s natural hot springs 4 ava central reservations 800.370.0581 · 877.rafting ava information www.coloradorafting.net 5
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arkansas valley rafting trips rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking the arkansas river rate your ability easy all ages abilities intermediate all ages abilities advanced active lifestyle advanced active adventurous river granite gorge the gauntlet season may thru september there s a reason the arkansas is one of the most rafted rivers in the country combine the scenic beauty of the arkansas valley and the excitement of continuous whitewater and you get one of the most enjoyable recreation options available all trips on the arkansas river leave from the ava outpost in granite please call for reservations what do the difficulty ratings mean class i all ages no significant waves no obstacles class ii all ages easy rapids with regular waves clear passages and wide channels class iii minimum age 5 yrs /50lbs moderately difficult irregular waves often narrow channels maneuvering to avoid obstacles required class iv ages vary difficult complex channels with many significant obstacles to be
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arkansas valley the numbers full 1/2 day advanced class iii-v check in 8:30am 12:30pm $95 full day $63 69 1/2 day a.m p.m hutl nc o h rafting trips 2 4 hoursinb ro w n s canyon full day overnight intermediate class iii check in 12:30pm $169 adult $149 child ages 5-12 min 50 lbs this is an excellent weekend getaway this trip is our arkansas valley specialty trip set up as an overnight you ll arrive mid-afternoon the first day raft into browns canyon camp and have dinner in the canyon a gear raft with all of your personal gear and provisions for the overnight will accompany you you ll awake to a delicious breakfast then paddle out mid-morning through class iii whitewater fun you ll be back at your car around noon the second day all necessary provisions except sleeping bags are provided rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking the pioneer whitewater enthusiasts who first ran this northern section of the arkansas didn t bother to label rapids with intimidating names describing their th
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arkansas valley climbing hiking trips rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking rock climbing arkansas valley adventures offers rock climbing lessons and guided climbing trips ava provides half-day trips for the beginner or intermediate climber our guides will teach you the basics of belaying rappelling and setting anchors whether you want to learn more about the sport so you can do it on your own or you just want to try it for the first time and experience the thrill of climbing our programs are perfect for you hiking ava is excited to help you with your journey to the top of the mountain we can offer lodging provisions advice maps and gear for your trip ava is located in the heart of the highest peaks in colorado the sawatch range has the most 14,000-foot peaks of any range in the state 15 in a row it also boasts four of the five highest peaks in colorado the sawatch range s peaks offer hikers amazing alpine challenges in the rocky mountains climbing a fourteener has become popular and
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arkansas valley guided fly fishing fishing packages rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking the arkansas river has over 100 miles of floatable water and boasts fantastic fishing this river is a unique body of water offering gold medal fishing stretches that hold brown trout and rainbow trout you ll find plenty of variety with endless riffles runs pools undercuts and overhanging brush a maximum ratio of 2 customers with 1 professional guide ensures the quality of your experience professional guides that know the water know the hatches and know the fish can truly enhance your fly-fishing experience ava river 1 day beginner package check in 8:45am $115 adult $97 child live the day by going climbing or fly fishing in the morning followed by the brown s canyon express in the afternoon $18 added for fly fishing beginners full day package spend the morning with one of our instructors you will learn gear selection casting techniques knots entomology and how to read a river after 3 hours of
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arkansas valley summit trips ability new summit county is one of colorado s best and most popular playgrounds as the snow melts away the summer activities boom the county is home to 50 miles of paved bike trails and hundreds of miles of backcountry trails biking hiking off-road touring and water sports from fishing to windsurfing as well as world class resorts help to draw in 3 million visitors per year golfing tennis and softball are also played throughout the summer all of this means that you won t have any problem keeping occupied on the off chance that occupying yourself isn t what you had in mind this is one of the best places in colorado to simply relax the mountain sunshine the scent of pines the sound of water gently lapping against the shore summit county is the best prescription you ll find for urban anxiety whether you want to blast down whitewater and single-track or just enjoy the scenery and relax in a spa rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking rate your ability easy all ag
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additional eagle river whitewater trips rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking the colorado river season april thru september season may thru mid-july subject to change located near vail colorado the western slope begins here with log pole pines and aspen forests giving way to the sagebrush and junipers of the high desert this river offers a variety of paddling for all levels of boating the upper sections are technical with more continuous whitewater the lower sections open up becoming more forgiving with the rapids spreading out lower eagle river half day beginner class ii iii call for times $69 adult $59 child ages 5-12 min 50 lbs afternoon trip call for pickups and meeting locations this is a beautiful mountain run meandering through the valley floor the rapids are spread out with plenty of time to enjoy the scenery this trip is good for all ages no physical condition required dowd chute advanced class iv afternoon trip call for times $79 adult min age 15 yrs u t l nc o river dowd ch
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additional whitewater trips clearc re e k season may thru july subject to change creek idaho springs soda fountain clear creek is located in an old mining valley in the colorado rockies the average gradient of this river is 67 feet per mile its a steep technical river that everyone will enjoy it s proximity to denver and summit county make this thrilling section of whitewater easily accessible clear cre ekbeginner tr i p intermediate iii check in 8:30am 11:30am 2:30pm $39 adult $34 child ages 5-12 min 50 lbs meet in idaho springs i-70 exit 240 north side of bridge 1319 miner street this one-third day trip is a great introduction to whitewater the section packs in eleven class iii rapids as you paddle and splash your way down the creek a fun trip ideal for all abilities water white al your b take es glo entur adv chile · peru · india · zambia beginner stretch surprise bridges kermits clearc re ekintermediatehalfday intermediate/advanced class iii iv check in 8:30am 11:30am 2:30pm $5
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accommodations ava outpost granite colorado the 4-acre ava outpost is located 12 miles north of buena vista and 19 miles south of leadville located at the base of several 14,000-foot peaks access to the colorado trail and several other hiking trails is literally out our back door within only a few miles are several public access spots for river or lake fishing make things easy on yourself stay with us the night before your trip and/or the night of your trip wake up to a high-mountain sunrise over dramatic rock outcroppings and then come into our main lodge to check in for your trip when you return your cabin or campsite awaits you rafting climbing fly-fishing hiking keystone keystone has two mountain villages with lodging shopping restaurants swimming pools two golf courses horseback riding activities events and much more this self contained resort is the perfect place for a great vacation or weekend away family reunion wedding or conference b re ckenridge breckenridge is both the olde
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groups team building the arkansas valley is a premier adventure vacation destination for groups of all kinds and sizes we re tried and tested in providing unforgettable and hasslefree adventure outings for groups of all sizes our adventure packages and ability to customize your trip with assets such as teambuilding and food services ensures worthwhile adventures for groups looking for more than whitewater rafting central colorado offers more outdoor recreation opportunities than you can imagine located close to major tourist destinations like denver keystone and breckenridge white water rafting mountain biking rock climbing canoeing hiking backpacking fishing and camping are a few group activities available in the arkansas river headwaters region of colorado arkansas valley adventure is accustomed to goal-oriented groups looking for river rafting tours and wilderness recreation many groups look to combine activities like white water rafting with camping and team building we ll be sure
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call 1.800 .370 .0581 877.rafting onlineatwww coloradorafting n e t wets uded inclery trip on ev uits jacke ts e arkansas valley adventure 40671 hwy 24 north buena vista co 81211
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