Brown's Canyon
Buena Vista
Salida
One of the most famous stretches of whitewater in Colorado.
Rafting Severe
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 165 m
- Descent
- 291 m
- Low Point
- 2.2 km
- High Point
- 2.3 km
- Gradient
- 10˚
This is a popular rafting route which is generally considered to be severe. It's an unknown remoteness, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 2.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 21 km, 165 vertical metres of ascent and 291 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Brown's Canyon is one of the highest-acclaimed stretches of whitewater paddling in the state of Colorado! It's ultra-popular with commercial rafting outfitters, but private individuals can raft, kayak, canoe, or generally paddle this section of river as well.
Difficulty
Severe