Telluride Afternoon Half-Day Rafting Tour on the San Miguel River

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Telluride, USA

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2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

When it comes to Colorado whitewater, hardly anyone knows about the San Miguel River. Which is kind of a surprise! Given how much fun it is, on top of being in proximity to bougie and beloved Telluride.

The rafting section is gorgeously scenic, exciting for all experience levels, and pretty much a must if you want to spend the afternoon like a local. Its red sandstone canyon juxtaposed by flourishing pine forests make for a picturesque setting to recreate on this Rocky Mountain river.

Anyone who loves the outdoors will have an absolute hoot on this tour, whether it’s your first or hundredth time rafting. Just ask our guides, most— if not all!— will agree that the San Miguel is their favorite river to run.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Caddis Flats Campgrounds, Placerville, CO 81430, USA

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Departure point: Caddis Flats Campground Address: State Highway 145 Placerville, Colorado GPS: 38.027816, -108.091237 From Placerville (Jct. CO 145 & CO 62), go west on CO 145 1.8 miles. Entrance is on the left (south).

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Description

The San Miguel is a free flowing river that starts in the mountains above Telluride. Once it’s tumbled out of the cliffs, through town, and into a red rock canyon along CO 145, the river becomes a prime arena for paddling, splashing, and by golly both at the same time.

The afternoon trip offers constant Class II rapids, where the river corridor widens into Norwood Canyon. Class II rapids are fun and friendly, rolling over the bow of the boat versus rocking it like a hurricane. Be ready to hit a lot of drops and bound through the wave trains!

In between the frothy sections, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy a well-deserved rest and hopefully spot some wildlife. Keep an eye out for sociable river otters feasting on rainbow trout, they just love the stuff. Your guide will share insights about the area and probably a few stories or jokes, maybe even a pun or two... Fingers crossed.

All trips come with a safety orientation and paddling instructions from our experienced and fun-loving river guides. You'll get acquainted quickly! As you'll be steering the boat with them the whole way.

Stop At:

Caddis Flats Campgrounds, Placerville, CO 81430, USA

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
  • Departure Time: 02:00 PM
  • Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

  • Helmets and Coast Guard Approved Personal Floatation Device
  • State-of-the-art self-bailing raft
  • Low guest-to-guide ratio: 4 to 6 customers to a guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Lunch
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What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Guests must be willing to paddle
  • Minimum age is 8 years old
  • Wetsuits are often required until July, and recommended all season (rentals available for $15)

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-22803P28

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