ADVENTURE
Mini-Max Rafting Adventure
MOST THRILLING RIVER TRIP
PER PERSON PRICE
$99.99 / PERSON
TOTAL ADVENTURE TIME
3.5 - 4 HOURS
(Average total trip time)
ADVENTURE LEVEL
CHALLENGING
(Class II-III)
MINIMUM AGE
13 YEARS
(Increases during high water)
PEAK SEASON MEETING TIMES
3:15 PM
(1:00 PM – Non-peak season)
LOCATION / RIVER
GLENWOOD CANYON / COLORADO RIVER
(Roaring Fork River when mother nature dictates)
MINI-MAX RAFTING ADVENTURE IS AN UPGRADE TO OUR MOST POPULAR RAFTING ADVENTURE
Immerse yourself in the river and amplify your adventure to the MAX! Revel in the thrill of navigating the Colorado River in a 10.5′ Mini-Max raft. Experience the adrenaline rush of conquering the Shoshone Rapids and soak in the breathtaking beauty of Glenwood Canyon, ensuring an exhilarating rafting experience that will undoubtedly be a highlight of your summer!
Operated in conjunction with our popular Half Day Rafting Adventure, the Mini-Max Rafting Adventure kicks off with an exhilarating 1.5-mile descent through the dynamic Class III Shoshone Rapids. As the journey progresses progresses past Grizzly Creek, it smoothly transitions into a more leisurely and scenic stretch of the river. This part of the adventure offers a delightful float with intermittent splashes and occasional Class II-III waves, guiding adventurers through the towering 1500' walls of Glenwood Canyon, ultimately concluding in Glenwood Springs. For added excitement, participants can opt to swim alongside the raft during various sections of the trip, particularly on those blissfully warm summer days. Spanning over 12 miles of river, the Mini-Max Rafting Adventure guarantees a perfect mix of whitewater thrills, awe-inspiring scenery, and moments of relaxation—a truly inclusive experience for everyone.
Please Note: Groups must have a minimum of 3 people to book online. If you have less than 3 people in your group please call to reserve.
UPGRADES
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GUARANTEE
This adventure is backed by our Happy Boating Guarantee
SAVINGS
Competitive pricing & HLA Co-op Savings Guarantee
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This trip is an absolute blast! It mirrors the Half Day Adventure in that it puts on at the Shoshone Boat Ramp and floats a total of 12 miles through the Glenwood Canyon. It is very different in the fact that you do this float with a maximum of 4 others (plus a guide) in a Mini-Max raft, a more playful and active 10.5′ paddle raft. Blue Sky Rafting is the only company that runs this trip, so if adventure is what you are after, this is the trip for you. Hanging Lake Adventure Co-op recommends that you have prior Class III+ rafting experience before you jump into this lively boat.
This trip begins at the Shoshone Rapids (an app. 2 mile Class III to III+ section on the Colorado River) then continues downriver for approximately 12 miles (average flows), ending at the Blue Sky Rafting private boat ramp in West Glenwood Springs.
12 years or older and accompanied by a parent if under 18 years old.
3.5-4 hours in total
Blue Sky Rafting
Blue Sky Rafting is located at the HLA Co-op Basecamp at 152 W. 6th Street, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601.
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“We spent a lot of time deciding between rafting companies in Glenwood, and we’re so happy we ended up with Blue Sky. We’re rafting novices, and this was a great starter trip with some impressive rapids at the beginning followed by a leisurely float down the canyon…”
Half Day Rafting Adventure Guest
VIEW RAFT TRIP ITINERARY“Rafting wasn’t even on our list of things to do, but we are so glad we saw Blue Sky Rafting reviews and decided to do it! Their staff are all so great and easy to work with and it’s very reasonably priced for such a cool and memorable experience.”
Raft & Kayak Adventure Guest
VIEW RAFT TRIP ITINERARY“My kids and I had an amazing experience with Blue Sky Rafting. We went white water rafting and Shelby was our guide and fellow adventurer. He was the best we could have gotten. He calmed my daughters fears with his really funny and hilarious jokes…. “scouts honor”! Hahaha”
Mild & Scenic Half Day Rafting Guest
VIEW RAFT TRIP ITINERARY“What a great experience! The Shoshone rapids were perfect for my family. This time of the year the water level is perfect for little ones… Go earlier in the season for bigger rapids. CatJo did an amazing job guiding us safely down the river…”
Private Half Day Rafting Adventure Guest
VIEW RAFT TRIP ITINERARY“We had the BEST time! Our guide Gabbie was so knowledgeable of the river, gave us interesting facts and fun ideas to do in town. I called ahead because I was worried about rain. They were so great and put us on an earlier trip. So accommodating! You will not be disappointed.”
Half Day Rafting Adventure Guest
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