Colorado • United States
Let the spirit of adventure guide you as you uncover the hidden gems and unforgettable experiences that make Cañon City a destination like no other. Uncover awe-inspiring locations and exciting attractions across Cañon City, chosen by our community and tailored to you.
Exciting class 4+ whitewater rafting trip. Spectacular Colorado scenery including 1100ft deep gorge and rafting under the world's highest suspension bridge. This is a great trip for adrenaline seeking enthusiasts. The Royal Gorge is one of the premier river trips offered anywhere.
The Royal Gorge is one of the most thrilling and exciting whitewater rafting trips on the Arkansas River. Enjoy the beauty and thrill of God’s creation as you experience 1,000 foot high canyon walls, confront exciting Class IV-V rapids, and see the famous Royal Gorge Bridge. The Royal Gorge is a serious section of river facing Class III-V Rapids, and a half-day trip is not a suitable introduction for beginners. Previous class III or higher paddling experience and strong swimming ability are recommended for all guests. For the safety of our guests and guides, we cannot take guests who are over 250lbs or individuals with a history of heart or serious medical problems. Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry, and these trip are uplifting, family-friendly adventures. You’ll love the scenery, and the intentional ministry led by our guides on this rafting adventure.
Explore Colorado's Bighorn Sheep Canyon with this full-day river experience. Spend six hours rafting along the Arkansas River, an ideal excursion for first-time rafters and families with kids. Bighorn Sheep Canyon provides beautiful vistas set in a diverse desert ecology, with a variety of Class II and II whitewater rapids. Prepare to have fun and get soaked. A fresh, gourmet deli-style lunch is included, and there will be plenty of opportunities to stop and swim along the way.
Exciting class 4-5 whitewater rafting trip. Spectacular Colorado scenery including 1100ft deep gorge and rafting under the world's highest suspension bridge. This is a great trip for adrenaline seeking enthusiasts. The Royal Gorge is one of the premier river trips offered anywhere.
The Royal Gorge is one of the most thrilling and exciting whitewater rafting trips on the Arkansas River. Enjoy the beauty and thrill of God’s creation as you experience 1,000 foot high canyon walls, confront exciting Class III-V rapids, and see the famous Royal Gorge Bridge. Full-day trips start with Bighorn Canyon (class III-IV), break for a delicious riverside lunch, then drop into the Royal Gorge (class IV-V). Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry, and these trip are uplifting, family-friendly adventures. The Royal Gorge is a serious section of river. Previous class III or higher paddling experience and strong swimming ability are recommended for all guests. For the safety of our guests and guides, we cannot take guests who are over 250lbs or individuals with a history of heart or serious medical problems. For more information about, please contact Journey Quest directly at 719.276.2227
The Full-Day Bighorn Sheep Canyon trip is a perfect way to have fun with family and friends. With a full-day on the river, there’s plenty of time to take a plunge into the Arkansas River, play games, view wildlife, and enjoy everything else Bighorn Sheep Canyon has to offer. Join us on your next full day of Colorado Rafting fun! Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry, and these trip are uplifting, family-friendly adventures. You’ll love the scenery, the experience, and the intentional ministry led by our guides on this Colorado whitewater rafting adventure. For more information about this or any of our other activities, please contact Journey Quest directly.
This scenic 6-hour 95 mile round trip excursion will start at an elevation of 5,300 feet and peak midway through the trip at over 11,000 feet in the historic gold mining mountain towns of Victor and Cripple Creek. The Gold Belt Tour is more than just a great way to get away from the city and experience 360 degrees of heart pounding views. This interpretative tour takes you through old railroad tunnels on the way to the fourth largest gold mine in the world near historic Victor, CO. After a filling lunch in a unique local bakery we drop down in elevation via the old stagecoach road to see Indian petroglyphs and dinosaur quarries dating back to the 1870s. Lunch is included as part of this tour.
A full-day tour that literally puts you on the edge of Colorado's most picturesque attractions. You'll travel over the Royal Gorge as you cross over America's highest suspension bridge that sits nearly 1000 feet above the Arkansas River. This tour provides exclusive access through the south entrance of the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park to the top of Fremont Peak, which will allow you to see and experience the true beauty that Colorado has to offer. This tour has ample photo opportunities and breaks, as well as provided lunch, so all you have to do is sit back and soak in the majesty of nature.
You have the opportunity to ride Sky Line Drive, Tunnel Drive and the Arkansas River Walk on this tour! Our rides have mentioned Rocke's rides as the highlight to their visit here in Colorado Springs area and beyond. Our high quality eBikes provide riders the assistance to reach places you ordinarily would not see. We also pride ourselves in the flexibility to help make your ride get you to the places you want to see. With our local knowledge, we can help curate a tour for places to bike and hike, bike as far as you can with a packed lunch or bike into town after your ride to places that are eBike friendly for a unique meal. The possibilities are truly endless with our strive to give you the experience you are looking for in Colorado Springs, even when that experience takes you south to Cañon City!
Climb 5,000 feet above Canon City into the high gold mining districts to witness the yearly color change of the aspens on this full-day tour. The Colorado leaf color change varies year to year but typically starts in September and continues into October. With warmer weather than the rest of Colorado, crystal blue skies over the gold and yellow leaves make for the perfect photo opportunity. Don't forget your camera!
