We Are Mountain Waters Rafting!
Why we love what we do at Mountain Waters…
The owners and staff of Mountain Waters Rafting (MWR) believe that whitewater rafting is one of the funnest things in the world to do. The joy of floating down a river or being challenged by difficult whitewater has created an insatiable passion in us. This passion has driven us to learn as much as possible about riverine habitats and their role in our environment which has molded us into advocates and stewards of this amazing place in which we live. Bottom line is that there are much easier and more profitable ways to make a living. Fortunately for us at MWR we have discovered the truth of the old saying, “find something you love to do, something you look forward to day in and day out, and you will never work a day in your life.” Besides, did I mention that this is one of the funnest things in the world to do?
*Owners and luckiest guys in the world, living the dream, Dan Bechtel and James Wilkes Read more >
Lower Animas Family Raft Trips
We are open and running trips as of May 1st, 2012! 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 since 1981. 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 Raft & Train Packages
May – August, 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 economy 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 >
Raft ‘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 >
Piedra River Adventures
The Piedra is running and May of 2012 is the time to go! 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 >
World Class Upper Animas
The time is now to run the Upper Animas! The snow is melting and May – June, 2012 look fantastic. 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!
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Rock ‘n Raft
Combine two activities that have drawn hundreds of thousands to the area for Durango’s outstanding recreational opportunities. Whether a novice or pro, this package will be tailored to you and your group making the most of your day. Experience for yourself the thrill of going from boats to ropes! Read more >
4×4 Jeepin’ and Raftin’
The world famous alp like mountains of Silverton, Colorado boast some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. The San Juan Mountains will slacken your jaw and fill your camera as you take a scenic and historical 4×4 tour through time. Paired with Durango’s favorite activity, floating the Animas River through town, you will have a day of memories that will last long after you get home! 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 >
Deluxe Wilderness Camp
Our Upper Animas wilderness camp (the Needleton Bar & Grill) is poised between the Durango Silverton Train stop at Needleton and the gateway to Colorado’s largest Wilderness, the Weminuche through Chicago Basin. Use Mountain Waters camp to base your hiking, fishing, back country skiing, mountaineering, elk hunting or rafting/kayaking expedition. See why this camp is the envy of all the area’s outfitters! Read more >
Sister Companies on the Salt River in Arizona, and the Arkansas River near Denver, CO
Salt River Rafting in Arizona’s Salt River Canyon offers the only commercially run class III & IV whitewater raft trip in the Sonoran Desert of the United States. This makes for truly outstanding scenery, wildlife and whitewater in a 2000′ deep canyon. Salt River Rafting offers half day, 1 day, 2 day and 3 to 5 day raft trips in Arizona’s “other Grand Canyon.” Salt River Rafting llc is a short drive from Phoenix, Tucson and Flagstaff. Saguaros, sun, scenery and splashes are guaranteed with every trip!
Independent Whitewater is one of the first companies to run the Arkansas River and has been guiding people down the river for 30 years. As a small, guide owned and operated company, we have the knowledge and experience to help you pick the right trip for you. Our experienced guides love the river, love their jobs, and strive to provide the safest, most enjoyable and personalized raft trips for our guests. The Bonus Browns Canyon 1/2 day is one of the best deals on the Arkansas River and our private takeout enables us to run all the rapids on our 1/2 day trip, giving you a great value for your buck.
