12 Miles, Class III+, Half Day Adult / Youth Situated in the heart of the Rockies, the Arkasnas River threads its way through a vacationer`s paradise. From the river`s source in the beautiful Arkansas Valley with dramatic 14,000 foot peaks to the bottom of the Royal Gorge, the Arkansas has it all.

Advanced + Class V. The most advanced section on the Arkansas River begins in the little mountain town of Granite, which quickly fades away as you enter the exciting Granite Gorge. These Class III and IV rapids are merely a warm-up for what comes next.

Complete your Colorado vacation experience by sitting around a relaxing campfire enjoying your favorite beverage after having an exhilarating whitewater raft trip. Lakota Guides will take you on a 2 day overnight rafting trip that will surely be the highlight of your vacation.

Beginner fly fishing 1 day includes fly rod, waders, flies, lunch and instruction.

Transportation to the river from the Nathrop office and return at trip end. Equipment: If needed we will provide 1 fly rod outfit, breathable waders, 10 flies and tackle.

Create your own story on this legendary stretch of river.

12 Miles, Class II-III, Half Day Adult / Youth A family vacation with several activities or the challenge here on the river where the walls open to beautiful views of the snow covered Sangre de Cristo Mountains, rising to over 14,000 feet.

April thru September
“One hundred miles of choices”
Situated in the Heart of the Rockies, the Arkansas River threads its way through a vacationer’s paradise.

“One hundred miles of choices”
Situated in the Heart of the Rockies, the Arkansas River threads its way through a vacationer’s paradise.

ARKANSAS RIVER Wade and walk guided service.
Excellent trout fishing — Browns, Rainbows, Cutthroats
Fly/Spin fishing - trout

Advanced+. Add a little more excitement to the Class IV-V Gauntlet trip! Show up early and we'll let you rappel seventy-five feet down to your raft to start the trip. This is a great way to fit a little climbing into your Colorado vacation. Novices are encouraged to participate.