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RAFTING :: The Gunnison River


This is a great trip for the whole family, any age or ability. Easy class I & II water with trips ranging from 2 hours to an all day trip with a great riverside lunch. Everyone in your group will be amazed at the beauty as we paddle through the wonderful heart of the Gunnison valley. You’ll feel you are in another world and gaze skyward as we Float beneath the towering palisades cliffs. the kids will scream with delight as we splash through the Gunnison whitewater park and several other small rapids. We often see deer, great blue herons and eagles as we float the lower Gunnison into the national park area.

This is the perfect section to learn to kayak, duckie or take a guided fishing trip!

GUNNISON RIVER - 2+ Hours
- $34.50 Adults
- $24.50 Children

- Class II
- Easy Water
- Relaxing
- Scenic
- For All Ages
- Meet at 9:30 or 1:30 at the Gunnison Office
- Children Should Be Old Enough To Walk For A Float Trip

GUNNISON RIVER - ALL DAY
- $90.50 Adults
- $65.00 Kids 10 & Under

- 5+ Hours on the Mighty Gunny!
- Buffet Riverside Lunch Included
- Meet at 9:30


 
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INFLATABLE KAYAKS / SIT ON TOP KAYAKS

Gunnison River - $60.00
Lower Taylor - $60.00
Upper Taylor - $67.00

All Kayak trips include wetsuit, wetsox & helmet

 


 
RAPIDS CLASSIFICATIONS
Class I:
Easy

Fast moving water with riffles and small waves.

Class II:
Novice

Straightforward rapids with wide, clear channels. Rapids that are at the upper end of this difficulty range are designated "Class II+".

Class III:
Intermediate

Rapids with moderate, irregular waves. Rapids that are at the lower or upper end of this difficulty range are designated "Class III-"
or "Class III+" respectively.

Class IV:
Advanced

Intense, powerful but predictable rapids requiring precise boat handling in turbulent water. Rapids that are at the upper end of this difficulty range are designated "Class IV-" or "Class IV+" respectively.

Class V:
Expert

E
xtremely long, obstructed, or very violent rapids which expose a paddler to added risk.

Class VI:
Extreme and Exploratory

 
 

 


703 West Tomichi (Hwy 50) . Gunnison,Colorado 81230
Ph: 970.641.3131 Email: info@scenicrivertours.com

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River OutFitter License # X114

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