Colorado Whitewater Rafting Vacations
When most people picture a whitewater rafting vacation, they imagine a week-long expedition to some far-off river. But Colorado’s Cache La Poudre River, the state’s only federally designated “Wild & Scenic River”, offers everything you need for an unforgettable rafting vacation without the cross-country flight. Mountain Whitewater has been running trips on the Poudre for over 30 years, and we’ve built our entire operation around one thing: giving you the best day (or two) on the water you’ve ever had.
Family Rafting Trips in Northern Colorado
Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a couples’ retreat, or a group adventure, the Poudre has a trip for you. Our Class II–III Splash trip is perfect for families with younger kids — exciting water, stunning canyon scenery, and zero float-trip boredom. Ready for more? The Plunge is our most popular trip for a reason: big Class IV rapids that will have you catching your breath and coming back for more. For the most experienced paddlers in the group, the Poudre Extreme is the wildest water we offer.
Plan a Multi-Day Colorado Rafting Vacation
If one day on the river just isn’t enough — and on the Poudre, it rarely is — our Poudre Falls Two-Day Trip is the only overnight rafting adventure offered on a Wild & Scenic River in Colorado. Spend two days working through the canyon, camping riverside, and waking up to the sound of moving water. It’s a true Colorado bucket-list experience that most rafting companies simply can’t offer.
Package Your Rafting Vacation
Mountain Whitewater has partnered with some of the best local businesses in Northern Colorado to offer rafting vacation packages that go beyond the river. Pair your trip with a guided horseback ride through the foothills, a wine tasting, a Fort Collins brewery tour, or a scenic bike ride. These packages are ideal for groups looking to build a full Colorado vacation around their time on the water.
Why Vacation on the Poudre?
The Cache La Poudre is the only river in Colorado to hold the federal Wild & Scenic designation — a status that reflects its exceptional natural character and its protected, largely undeveloped canyon. Unlike many popular Colorado rafting destinations, the Poudre gives rafters a genuine wilderness experience close to home. Add in world-class guiding, top-of-the-line equipment, and easy access from Fort Collins, Denver, and Estes Park, and it’s easy to see why a Poudre River vacation stands apart. Ready to plan your Colorado rafting vacation? Browse our trip options or contact our team to build the right package for your group.