Clear Creek Rafting Co. — Attraction in Idaho Springs

I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a thrilling white-water rafting adventure with Clear Creek Rafting Company, and the experience was made even more extraordinary thanks to our amazing host, Haley. From start to finish, Haley's enthusiasm, expertise, and genuine passion for both the sport and the environment shone through, making our trip an unforgettable one.

Right from the moment we arrived, Haley greeted us with a warm smile and a contagious excitement that instantly set the tone for the day. Her knowledge of the river and the surrounding area was impressive, as she effortlessly shared interesting facts about the ecosystem, the history of the region, and the safety measures in place. It was evident that she took her role seriously and was committed to ensuring our safety and enjoyment.

Haley's communication skills were exceptional. She explained the rafting techniques clearly, making even the beginners among us feel comfortable and ready to take on the rapids. Throughout the journey, she provided clear instructions and guidance, which played a crucial role in keeping our group coordinated and our spirits high.

What truly set Haley apart was her ability to create an atmosphere of camaraderie and fun. Her upbeat personality, combined with her knack for storytelling, kept us engaged and laughing during quieter moments on the river. She effortlessly built a rapport with each member of the group, making everyone feel valued and included.

Beyond her rafting expertise, Haley's commitment to environmental stewardship was admirable. She not only educated us about the importance of preserving the river and its surroundings but also led by example, ensuring that our group left no trace behind.

As the day came to an end, it was clear that Haley's dedication had turned our rafting trip into a truly exceptional experience. Her professionalism, knowledge, and ability to foster a sense of adventure and community made this outing stand out among my outdoor adventures.

If you're considering a white-water rafting adventure with Clear Creek Rafting Company, I wholeheartedly recommend requesting Haley as your host. Her enthusiasm, expertise, and warm personality will undoubtedly enhance your experience and create memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you, Haley, for an outstanding day...

My first white water rafting experience was with Clear Creek 6 years ago in Idaho Springs and was excellent. Because we loved them, we booked a 6 person raft in Royal Gorge with them and that went pretty well as well (although our guide was rude to one of our group the entire time constantly talking down to her for not rowing hard enough (note: shes 115 lbs soaking wet)). But overall an great experience! Myself and my fiance booked a raft again for yesterday with 4 other friends (three of which have never been rafting before). It was only after we were fully dressed in our wet-suits and about to be assigned our guides, the lead guide Eric(k?) informed us we would be separated by saying "someone told you there wont be 6 to a boat right?" to which we responded "no". And then he said "yeah well the waters low and 6 is too many, that's how math works!" and then began the safety briefing. They then picked our three friends who had never rafted before and isolated them, and then assigned the 3 of us who had been rafting before to another raft. If that wasn't enough, our friends who had never rafted before had a terrible guide who berated them every time they got stuck, and at one point GOT OUT OF THE RAFT AND PEED IN THE WATER NEXT TO THEM.

Clear Creek rafting is overall a good company, and an excellent rafting experience. My assumption is that if you choose them you will have a good time, and they love promoting their free photos. However, I've had two 5-star experiences and one 1-star experience, so when they ruin your day, they do it with gusto. I give them 2 stars, one for each great rafting excursion I've had with them, and dock them 3 stars for the 3 friends they removed from my group.

Key points: Each member of my group paid $105 to raft together in a group of 6 (why we chose 6 people for the trip), and were told only 3 minutes before embarking that we would be separated. Guides may get out and pee in the creek on your first rafting experience. Our friends raft had a mother and 15 yr old son as well who were on their...

Bucket list accomplished today, thanks to the amazing crew at Clear Creek Rafting Company. Their website makes registration and waivers simple before the day you go - and it's easy to find with ample parking. Rusty was our Trip Leader today - took us through the safety talk and kept people at ease in the bus to the put in and from the takeout. Jake was our driver - and was happy to honk the air horn every time the passengers cheered.

This is the only rafting company in the area that provides free photos - as well as wetsuits, jackets, PFDs, and helmets. All crew members were super friendly and helpful, checking to be sure that PFDs and helmets fit properly. The highlight of the trip was Molly, our amazing guide. From the time she introduced herself to the folks on our particular boat, she put us all at ease, including a non-swimmer and two tween boys. She has been on rivers since she was a toddler and can read the river like the pro that she is. She engaged all of us by calling out paddling instructions, and as a result, all of us stayed in the boat and enjoyed the trip through rapids and beautiful, scenic stretches of the river. She told stories about the history of the names of the rapids, cautioned us when we were approaching a challenging stretch of river and told us how we were going to navigate it - and with her confident guidance - we celebrated our team accomplishments!

The Clear Creek Rafting Company has been operating for 30+ years, has consistently exceptional reviews, and hires/trains extraordinary guides. They have great experience that shows in their balance of safety, excitement, and value that many rafters (experienced as well as novice) appreciate. Thanks so much, Molly - and Clear Creek...