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Combine high ropes and zip lines with 10 miles of Class III whitewater through Browns Canyon National Monument. This Park and Paddle package pairs a riverside adventure park with guided rafting on the Arkansas River—perfect for families and groups seeking a full day of action.
Combine high ropes and zip lines with 10 miles of Class III whitewater through Browns Canyon National Monument. This Park and Paddle package pairs a riverside adventure park with guided rafting on the Arkansas River—perfect for families and groups seeking a full day of action.
You step out of the vans onto the riverbank and the Arkansas River is already working at you — cold, quick, and impatient — a ribbon that will push you through canyon walls carved from ancient uplift. The day begins on the banks of Browns Canyon National Monument with an all-access pass to the Browns Canyon Adventure Park: four courses, 66 elements and two high-adrenaline features that make balance and momentum feel like a conversation.
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Operated by Noahs Ark Colorado Rafting & Aerial Adventure Park · Buena Vista, Colorado
You step out of the vans onto the riverbank and the Arkansas River is already working at you — cold, quick, and impatient — a ribbon that will push you through canyon walls carved from ancient uplift. The day begins on the banks of Browns Canyon National Monument with an all-access pass to the Browns Canyon Adventure Park: four courses, 66 elements and two high-adrenaline features that make balance and momentum feel like a conversation.
Browns Canyon sits where the Sawatch Range shoulders into the Arkansas Valley. The geology is raw: granite outcrops, steep remnant cliffs and a braided river that cut its way through Pleistocene deposits. The area has long been significant to Ute people and later to miners and ranchers; today it’s protected as a national monument for its riparian corridors and recreational values.
After lunch in a riverside pavilion you launch for about 10 miles of Class III whitewater, taking on rapids named Pinball, Zoom Flume and Raft Ripper. Expect sustained fun rather than extreme technical runs — paddling, swimming if you’re bumped out, and team-driven maneuvers.
Practical guidance: arrive ready to sign a waiver, wear closed-toe shoes, and dress in quick-dry layers; flotation and helmets are provided. The operator groups guests in shared boats and enforces weight and age limits for safety. Hydrate early, stow electronics in a dry bag, and schedule this as a half- to full-day outing—energy for both the aerial course and the river makes the difference between tolerating and enjoying the day.
The trip includes approximately 10 miles of rafting through Browns Canyon with several Class III rapids and takes a portion of the day within the overall 4–7 hour package.
Yes — participants must be at least 7 years old, fit within the 50–275 lb weight limits, and be capable of following instructions independently.
No. Private boats are not guaranteed; guests may be grouped with others on shared rafts to meet capacity and safety requirements.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure; same-day cancellations are nonrefundable.
Noahs Ark Colorado Rafting & Aerial Adventure Park operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step out of the vans onto the riverbank and the Arkansas River is already working at you — cold, quick, and impatient — a ribbon that will push you through canyon walls carved from ancient uplift. The day begins on the banks of Browns Canyon National Monument with an all-access pass to the Browns Canyon Adventure Park: four courses, 66 elements and two high-adrenaline features that make balance and momentum feel like a conversation.
You step out of the vans onto the riverbank and the Arkansas River is already working at you — cold, quick, and impatient — a ribbon that will push you through canyon walls carved from ancient uplift. The day begins on the banks of Browns Canyon National Monument with an all-access pass to the Browns Canyon Adventure Park: four courses, 66 elements and two high-adrenaline features that make balance and momentum feel like a conversation.
Browns Canyon sits where the Sawatch Range shoulders into the Arkansas Valley. The geology is raw: granite outcrops, steep remnant cliffs and a braided river that cut its way through Pleistocene deposits. The area has long been significant to Ute people and later to miners and ranchers; today it’s protected as a national monument for its riparian corridors and recreational values.
After lunch in a riverside pavilion you launch for about 10 miles of Class III whitewater, taking on rapids named Pinball, Zoom Flume and Raft Ripper. Expect sustained fun rather than extreme technical runs — paddling, swimming if you’re bumped out, and team-driven maneuvers.
Practical guidance: arrive ready to sign a waiver, wear closed-toe shoes, and dress in quick-dry layers; flotation and helmets are provided. The operator groups guests in shared boats and enforces weight and age limits for safety. Hydrate early, stow electronics in a dry bag, and schedule this as a half- to full-day outing—energy for both the aerial course and the river makes the difference between tolerating and enjoying the day.