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Float an easy hour on the Animas, play beach volleyball, and take turns on a 130-foot waterslide — all inside a two-hour guided outing near Durango. Expect mellow class I–II water, sandy put-ins, and clear guidance from the outfitter.
Float an easy hour on the Animas, play beach volleyball, and take turns on a 130-foot waterslide — all inside a two-hour guided outing near Durango. Expect mellow class I–II water, sandy put-ins, and clear guidance from the outfitter.
You step onto a gravel bar, the Animas pushing past with a steady, confident current that seems to dare you to float. Pine-streaked bluffs rise on either side and the town’s distant ridgeline keeps time with the river’s pace — this is a short, social stretch of river that favors easy momentum over technical whitewater.
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Operated by Tico Time River Resort RV Park · Durango, Colorado
You step onto a gravel bar, the Animas pushing past with a steady, confident current that seems to dare you to float. Pine-streaked bluffs rise on either side and the town’s distant ridgeline keeps time with the river’s pace — this is a short, social stretch of river that favors easy momentum over technical whitewater.
The Animas has long carried water and stories from high-country snowmelt into the larger San Juan system. Geologically, the corridor shows layers of sedimentary rock and river-polished cobble; culturally, the valley has been a travel and trade corridor for centuries, including the Ute people who lived here long before Euro-American mining and rail arrived in the 19th century. Today Durango leans into recreation: rafting, mountain biking and river floats are part of the local rhythm.
On this outing expect a calm one-hour float bracketed by a short beach stop for volleyball and the novelty of a 130-foot waterslide — the whole program runs about two hours. The river here is generally class I–II with sandy or cobble banks and no sustained elevation gain; you’ll walk in and out at gentle put-ins. Practical notes: wear a PFD, choose water shoes with good tread, and plan for sun and elevation (Durango sits near 6,500 ft). Mornings are cooler and the current stronger after spring runoff; mid-summer afternoons are busier. The operator enforces a 24-hour cancellation policy and caps shared groups, so book in advance for weekend summer windows.
The guided float is approximately one hour; the full activity, including time on shore and the waterslide, runs about two hours.
Operators typically provide PFDs — confirm availability at booking and request the correct size for children or smaller adults.
Many operators allow children but require minimum age or guardian supervision; check booking rules and disclose ages when reserving.
This tour offers a full refund if canceled at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure; weather-related cancellations may also apply.
Tico Time River Resort RV Park operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto a gravel bar, the Animas pushing past with a steady, confident current that seems to dare you to float. Pine-streaked bluffs rise on either side and the town’s distant ridgeline keeps time with the river’s pace — this is a short, social stretch of river that favors easy momentum over technical whitewater.
You step onto a gravel bar, the Animas pushing past with a steady, confident current that seems to dare you to float. Pine-streaked bluffs rise on either side and the town’s distant ridgeline keeps time with the river’s pace — this is a short, social stretch of river that favors easy momentum over technical whitewater.
The Animas has long carried water and stories from high-country snowmelt into the larger San Juan system. Geologically, the corridor shows layers of sedimentary rock and river-polished cobble; culturally, the valley has been a travel and trade corridor for centuries, including the Ute people who lived here long before Euro-American mining and rail arrived in the 19th century. Today Durango leans into recreation: rafting, mountain biking and river floats are part of the local rhythm.
On this outing expect a calm one-hour float bracketed by a short beach stop for volleyball and the novelty of a 130-foot waterslide — the whole program runs about two hours. The river here is generally class I–II with sandy or cobble banks and no sustained elevation gain; you’ll walk in and out at gentle put-ins. Practical notes: wear a PFD, choose water shoes with good tread, and plan for sun and elevation (Durango sits near 6,500 ft). Mornings are cooler and the current stronger after spring runoff; mid-summer afternoons are busier. The operator enforces a 24-hour cancellation policy and caps shared groups, so book in advance for weekend summer windows.
