Upper North Fork whitewater rafting
Paonia Colorado Rafting
Half Day
Difficulty: Beginner, class III
Duration: 4 hours (including shuttle, instruction and tour)
Length: 10 Miles
Included: Guide, transportation, all equipment, no additional rental fees
Requirements: ages 10 and up, 90 lbs minimum
Meet Times: 9:00 am and 2:00 pm
Season: May and June
Rates: $75 per person
Full Day
Description: Combine the Upper North Fork with the North Fork Gorge for the ultimate North Fork of the Gunnison experience!
Difficulty: Beginner, class III
Duration: 7 hours (including shuttle, instruction and tour)
Length: 20 Miles
Included: Guide, transportation, all equipment, lunch, no additional rental fees
Requirements: ages 10 and up, 90 lbs. minimum
Meet Times: 9:00 am
Season: May and June
Rates: $150 per person
raft the North Fork of the Gunnison river
Enjoy whitewater excitement and big mountain views while floating through the heart of the North Fork Valley.
The North Fork of the Gunnison River twists, turns and drops for 10 miles of fun between the towns of Paonia and Hotchkiss. The action starts in Paonia at School Lunch (class II/III) and Samuel Wave (class II/III) We then enjoy a pleasant float through the heart of the valley, which is punctuated by a 1/2 mile stretch of continuous class III whitewater known as "The Ledges".
A journey down the North Fork is a rafting adventure your family will never forget. Join us May through June for whitewater excitement!
“My son and I had the most fun on this vacation with Western Slope SUP. We were first time white water rafters and did not know what to expect. Staff and guide was very informative and personable. Western Slope SUP will be at the top of my to-do list when I return in a few months. Although we did not do the Stand Up Paddle, I have no doubts that we would have just as much fun. You will love your trip!!”
Departure2858, Trip Advisor
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