Things to Do in Cañon City

Enjoy a scenic train ride through Colorado's Royal Gorge. Savor a delicious meal with your favorite libation. The ticket price includes the journey. Dining and drinks are additional.

Exciting class 4+ whitewater rafting trip. Spectacular Colorado scenery including 1100ft deep gorge and rafting under the world's highest suspension bridge. This is a great trip for adrenaline seeking enthusiasts. The Royal Gorge is one of the premier river trips offered anywhere.

Book an entry ticket to the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park. Cross the highest suspension bridge in America and admire Colorado’s scenery with access to the Gondola, Plaza Theater, and Children’s Playland.

The Royal Gorge is one of the most thrilling and exciting whitewater rafting trips on the Arkansas River. Enjoy the beauty and thrill of God’s creation as you experience 1,000 foot high canyon walls, confront exciting Class IV-V rapids, and see the famous Royal Gorge Bridge. The Royal Gorge is a serious section of river facing Class III-V Rapids, and a half-day trip is not a suitable introduction for beginners. Previous class III or higher paddling experience and strong swimming ability are recommended for all guests. For the safety of our guests and guides, we cannot take guests who are over 250lbs or individuals with a history of heart or serious medical problems. Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry, and these trip are uplifting, family-friendly adventures. You’ll love the scenery, and the intentional ministry led by our guides on this rafting adventure.

Enjoy a safe and family-friendly rafting trip in Cañon City, recommended for ages 1 and up. Experience the exhilaration of whitewater rafting, without the craziness of rapids.

This six mile float through Canon City features gentle Class I and Class II whitewater. The Family Float is the perfect Colorado whitewater rafting trip for families with small children between the ages of 1-4.

Our most popular half day of fun for first time rafters and for families with younger children. Experience the the excitement of whitewater rafting, while still enjoying a friendly rafting experience.

Explore Colorado's Bighorn Sheep Canyon with this full-day river experience. Spend six hours rafting along the Arkansas River, an ideal excursion for first-time rafters and families with kids. Bighorn Sheep Canyon provides beautiful vistas set in a diverse desert ecology, with a variety of Class II and II whitewater rapids. Prepare to have fun and get soaked. A fresh, gourmet deli-style lunch is included, and there will be plenty of opportunities to stop and swim along the way.

Experience a fun and thrilling 9-line zipline ride over forests and rolling hillsides with this entry ticket. Fly high 50 feet over the Royal Gorge plateau on the highest course.

The Royal Gorge is one of the most thrilling and exciting whitewater rafting trips on the Arkansas River. Enjoy the beauty and thrill of God’s creation as you experience 1,000 foot high canyon walls, confront exciting Class III-V rapids, and see the famous Royal Gorge Bridge. Full-day trips start with Bighorn Canyon (class III-IV), break for a delicious riverside lunch, then drop into the Royal Gorge (class IV-V). Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry, and these trip are uplifting, family-friendly adventures. The Royal Gorge is a serious section of river. Previous class III or higher paddling experience and strong swimming ability are recommended for all guests. For the safety of our guests and guides, we cannot take guests who are over 250lbs or individuals with a history of heart or serious medical problems. For more information about, please contact Journey Quest directly at 719.276.2227

Raft through the 1,100-foot cliffs of the Royal Gorge- famous for its steep drops, huge waves, and continuous Class III to Class V whitewater. All inclusive, and no previous experience required.

Exciting class 4-5 whitewater rafting trip.  Spectacular Colorado scenery including 1100ft deep gorge and rafting under the world's highest suspension bridge.  This is a great trip for adrenaline seeking enthusiasts.  The Royal Gorge is one of the premier river trips offered anywhere.

Zip on the fastest zipline in North America on this 11-line Zipline adventure. Soar through spectacular mountain views and vistas overlooking the Arkansas River on a tour perfect for thrill seekers.

The Full-Day Bighorn Sheep Canyon trip is a perfect way to have fun with family and friends. With a full-day on the river, there’s plenty of time to take a plunge into the Arkansas River, play games, view wildlife, and enjoy everything else Bighorn Sheep Canyon has to offer. Join us on your next full day of Colorado Rafting fun! Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry, and these trip are uplifting, family-friendly adventures. You’ll love the scenery, the experience, and the intentional ministry led by our guides on this Colorado whitewater rafting adventure. For more information about this or any of our other activities, please contact Journey Quest directly.

Discover the Royal Gorge from the best vantage point on a half-day Jeep tour. Ride across the country’s highest suspension bridge and then climb Fremont Peak to the awe inspiring overlook.

This scenic 6-hour 95 mile round trip excursion will start at an elevation of 5,300 feet and peak midway through the trip at over 11,000 feet in the historic gold mining mountain towns of Victor and Cripple Creek. The Gold Belt Tour is more than just a great way to get away from the city and experience 360 degrees of heart pounding views. This interpretative tour takes you through old railroad tunnels on the way to the fourth largest gold mine in the world near historic Victor, CO. After a filling lunch in a unique local bakery we drop down in elevation via the old stagecoach road to see Indian petroglyphs and dinosaur quarries dating back to the 1870s. Lunch is included as part of this tour.

Whether you are an experienced rafter or an adventurous beginner, enjoy the fun and the thrills of rafting 10 miles of one of the best whitewater runs on this Royal Gorge half-day rafting trip.

Climb 5,000 feet above Canon City into the high gold mining districts to witness the yearly color change of the aspens on this full-day tour. The Colorado leaf color change varies year to year but typically starts in September and continues into October. With warmer weather than the rest of Colorado, crystal blue skies over the gold and yellow leaves make for the perfect photo opportunity. Don't forget your camera!

Embark on a thrilling whitewater rafting journey through Colorado's Rocky Mountains with this expertly guided, half-day adventure.

Experience world class whitewater at Colorado's Royal Gorge! Incredible scenery and epic whitewater blend to make this one of North America's premier rafting destinations. This 3-hour excursion is led by a local guide, and is a perfect way to spend a half day. Your adventure awaits!

Discover the hard-to-reach corners of Red Canyon on a 4x4 Jeep tour from Canon City. Enjoy exceptional views of the magnificent red towers and keep your eyes peeled for bears, mule deer, and more.

This interpretive 3-hour jeep tour departs from Canon City and meanders through bright red towering spires and monoliths sculpted by the erosion of the fountain formation. Your geological tour through time includes a short walk out to "Overlook Arch" and a up-close look at dinosaur footprints left over 107 million years ago. You will see where paleontologists have been removing dinosaur remains for over 140 years from one of the most famous digs in history along with ancient Indian petroglyphs. This scenic tour is just one of the amazing locations we visit from our office in Cañon City. If this tour doesn't meet your needs, we most likely have one that does. We offer tours and packages from 3 hours to all day. Be sure to see our other listings for more options.

Enjoy a family-friendly rafting trip from Cañon City to the Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Tackle class 2, 3, and 4 rapids as well as calm stretches of water where you can splash, relax, and take in the views.

Just one hour from Colorado Springs, Echo Canyon's Bighorn Sheep Canyon Half Day rafting trip is the most popular of our river experiences with miles of splashy class II and III whitewater at most water flows. You'll paddle through a number of adventurous rapids but don't forget to keep an eye out for Bighorn Sheep and other wildlife native to this region of Colorado. This is a beginner to intermediate section of whitewater intended for kids as young as about 6 years of age. Swimming ability is recommended, and guests should in relatively good physical condition and stable on their feet. Paddling is not required for this trip for those who prefer to hang on while floating the river. Time of the river is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

Experience the thrill of rafting on the Arkansas River on a family-friendly trip. Enjoy the perfect blend of excitement and relaxation as you paddle through Bighorn Sheep Canyon.

This adventure-packed trip travels through the 1,100-foot cliffs of the Royal Gorge. The Royal Gorge rafting tour is famous for its steep drops, huge waves, and continuous Class III to Class V whitewater. The spectacular scenery and rapids of the Royal Gorge will thrill even the most expert whitewater veteran. Previous experience is not required to raft the Royal Gorge. Suggested age varies with water levels.

Experience the thrill of rafting through the Royal Gorge on this tour from Cañon City. Raft on the river through a dramatic gorge with canyon walls that are over 1000 feet tall with world class rapids

Explore Colorado's Bighorn Sheep Canyon with this half-day river experience. Spend three hours rafting along the Arkansas River, an ideal excursion for first-time rafters and families with kids. Bighorn Sheep Canyon provides beautiful vistas set in a diverse desert ecology, with a variety of Class II and II whitewater rapids. Prepare to have fun and get soaked. There will be an opportunity to stop and swim along the way.

Enjoy a 5 mile scenic family rafting trip on the Arkansas River outside Cañon City. Experience mild white water with class II and III rapids in upper Bighorn Sheep Canyon.

Join us on this amazing 3 hour Colorado rafting trip through the Royal Gorge. Trip includes all river gear free of charge | Kayak Support & photographer as well as an after river slide show!

Embark on a Jeep tour of the Gold Belt Scenic Byway. Follow the Cripple Creek and Florence Railroad route, past abandoned mines and a state-of-the-art open-pit gold mine still in use today.

Enjoy Colorado's #1 rated rafting & zip line tour with Royal Gorge Rafting & Zip Line Tours. Raft the morning Family Friendly & Fun Bighorn Sheep Canyon, then lunch & afterward, our afternoon Classic Zipline tour.

Enjoy a family-friendly Colorado river adventure with views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. Conquer the river on this rafting tour that's suitable for all ages and abilities.

Experience excellent Colorado Rafting as you hit the most exciting and iconic rapids in the Bighorn Sheep Canyon. This is the perfect Arkansas River trip for beginner to intermediate rafters. Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry, and these trip are uplifting, family-friendly adventures. You’ll love the scenery, the experience, and the intentional ministry led by our guides on your next Colorado whitewater rafting adventure. For more information about this or any of our other activities, please contact Journey Quest

Experience a classic Colorado rafting experience through the Bighorn Sheep canyon departing from Cañon City. Enjoy a family-friendly tour over class 2 and 3 whitewater rapids. No experience necessary.

Floating past spectacular geological formations and views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range as you run exciting Class II-III rapids. This trip is suitable for families, first timers or experienced rafters with great views and lots of adventure. You will run the best 10 miles of whitewater in Bighorn Sheep Canyon, groups or individuals looking to experience whitewater rafting in Colorado for the first time or tenth time. Great views and adventure! 2 to 3 hours on the water. This is the only trip that can start out of either of our locations.

Full day whitewater rafting adventure through the Bighorn Sheep Canyon starting in Cotopaxi, CO. Enjoy a tour that is suitable for first timers and experienced rafters and stop for a riverside lunch.

Experience the rapids of the Royal Gorge on this guided, full-day rafting trip. This is the ultimate Colorado rafting adventure. Combine a Bighorn Sheep Canyon run in the morning with a Royal Gorge excursion in the afternoon. It's is the perfect whitewater trip for rafters who want to truly experience the rapids of the Royal Gorge. A riverside lunch is included.

Experience the maximum thrill of fast-paced whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River. Choose between a half-day or full-day trip and enjoy the included wetsuit gear. Full days included a boxed lunch.

This is a perfect half day of fun for first time rafters and for families with younger children. Guests will experience class I-III whitewater, providing a fun, exciting, and splashy trip.

Feel the thrill of rafting through the Royal Gorge on this whitewater rafting tour from Cañon City. Raft through one of Colorado’s most dramatic gorges and some of the best whitewater in Colorado.

The Arkansas River flows near Colorado Springs, outside Canon City, beneath 1,000 foot canyon walls. Dive into class III to V rapids through the heart of the magnificent Royal Gorge, soaked to the skin and grinning. If you’re looking for whitewater rafting you’ll never forget, the Royal Gorge 3-hour experience is sure to satisfy!

Royal Gorge whitewater rafting is the ultimate half/full day rafting adventure trip in Colorado. Huge waves, steep technical drops, and almost continuous whitewater rapids in a narrow canyon await you with rapids like Sledgehammer, Wallslammer, the Narrows, Boateater and the infamous Sunshine Falls. The Royal Gorge may demand so much attention you don't even notice the world famous Royal Gorge Bridge 1053 feet above the river. This exhilarating trip is recommended for rafters or adventurers in good physical shape who are ready for aggressive paddling. Our Royal Gorge whitewater rafting trips are our most popular advanced trips! If you are seeking lots of excitement, this trip is for you and your group. Lunch will be served at a stop on the river.

This breathtaking 3.5 hour tour literally puts you on the edge of one of Colorado’s most picturesque attractions. Look down into the breathtaking Royal Gorge as this tour takes you over America’s highest suspension bridge nearly 1000 feet above the Arkansas River. Exclusive access through the south entrance to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park and to the top of Fremont Peak allow you to see and experience true Colorado beauty. Pass through a cemetery that is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, view dinosaur footprints, and commonly see Colorado wildlife. This scenic tour is just one of the amazing locations we visit from our office in Cañon City. If this tour doesn't meet your needs, we most likely have one that does. We offer tours and packages from 3 hours to all day. Be sure to see our other listings for more options.

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is Colorado's top train experience and America's most scenic railway. Join us with friends and family to journey through the winding Royal Gorge, along the Arkansas River, deep within Colorado's grandest canyon. Indulge in made-to-order entrees for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, from our fresh grill menu along with fully stocked bars featuring specialty drinks, beers, and wines from regions worldwide. Enjoy your drinks at your table or on an open-air car, where you can soak in the breathtaking scenery, and a closer connection to nature. Choose one of the following classes of service: Vista Dome: Offers unparalleled views of the Royal Gorge from glass-topped dome cars. Deluxe Class: Offers elegant seating and an adjoining table for absolute comfort, with expansive windows providing breathtaking views of Colorado’s Royal Gorge. Coach Class: Features comfortable seating (no tables), with large windows to take in the spectacular views of the Royal Gorge.

Enjoy a fantastic three-course dining experience aboard our Elegant Dining Car. Don't miss the spectacular views from the open-air car, which you can visit at any time during your journey. Your dining experience begins with a glass of sparkling wine, followed by a salad, warm french rolls with butter, your choice of entree. We'll complete your experience with our chef's choice dessert. Entree Choices: Chicken Marsala, Buffalo Short Rib, Vegetarian Chef's Choice, or Atlantic Salmon. We seat guests at tables of four. If your party is smaller or larger, you may be sat with other guests, a wonderful railcar dining tradition we carry forward aboard our train.

Embark on this half day rafting trip through the world famous Royal Gorge. Great class III-IV rapids (intermediate-advanced) adventure.. Choose between either morning or afternoon trips. We are a small company big on adventure.

A full day rafting trip through the world famous Royal Gorge. Great class III-IV rapids (intermediate/advanced) provide an unforgettable adventure. We meet at 10 am for this trip.