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Lower Animas Family Raft Trips

Mountain Waters Rafting makes it easy and FUN to experience whitewater rafting in Durango! Over 30 years of rafting experience gives us an edge over any other outfitter and our satisfied customers attest to our experience and professionalism.  Our Lower Animas Raft Trips through town stand alone or are packaged with the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Zipline tours with Full Blast Adventures or with our own fleet of rental bikes on the Animas River Trail. We offer GROUP DISCOUNTS on all of our trips. A full day of fun, memories, scenery and excitement is what Mountain Waters is all about. See for yourself why Moms and families love us so much. We promise to make your Durango raft trip the highlight of your family vacation!  Book online now, or take a look at these incredibly fun and specially priced package deals:

Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge RailroadDurango Raft & Train Packages

Take a ride to or from Silverton on the world famous Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. Your train ride is complimented with a guided and interpreted shuttle over two mountain passes on the San Juan Million Dollar Highway. Before or after your train ride we pair you up with our scenic raft trip on the Animas River. It’s a full day of adventure that ends by 6 pm, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy a great evening in town! Read more >

Durango Zip LineRaft ‘n Zipline

Combine an exciting, scenic raft trip on the Animas River through Durango, with an exhilarating zipline tour! Come soar through the air and float on the water for a vacation adventure you’ll never forget. Read more >

Pedal ‘n Paddle

What a great day of fresh mountain air and gorgeous scenery! Raft the Animas River and explore Durango on a comfy cruiser bike! Check out the Durango Discovery Museum, the DOW Trout Hatchery, miniature golf, restaurants and parks or even stop for a dip in the Animas! Read more >

Upper Animas RiverWorld Class Upper Animas

The Upper Animas is renowned worldwide as a superb, challenging & scenic river. This is high adventure whitewater with 24 miles of Class IV & V rapids. One, two or three-day trips are available and includes a trip on the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad – the ultimate adventure! Read more >

Piedra River Adventures

This sparkling waterway, between Durango and Pagosa Springs, is currently under consideration for inclusion into the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The Piedra has two distinct sections known as the Upper Piedra Box and the Lower Piedra Box. Read more >

Pam’s Camp ‘n Train Trip

Ride the train or hike and camp in Colorado Largest wilderness, the Weneminuche Wilderness with a qualified wilderness guide. No equipment or experience needed.  Spend a cozy night under the stars, then ride the Durango- Silverton Narrow Gauge Train the next day to take in the sites and history of Silverton.  Read more >

About Mountain Waters Rafting…

Rafting the Animas River is the best, and Mountain Waters Rafting is the best of the best!  We have an excellent 30-year safety record on the Animas River, which no other outfitter can match. Our guides are trained as swift water Technicians, Wilderness First Responders and have CPR. All guides meet the requirements of the State of Colorado and are required to pass a written and practical exam.  Best of all, Mountain Waters Rafting guides are nice, young, personable folks knowledgeable of the history and culture of the area.  You’ll enjoy getting to know them!  Read more >