Mild Family-Friendly Rafting Trips
Looking for something close to Aspen / Snowmass the whole family can enjoy? Check out our Mild Trips. These trips are the ideal adventure for families with children or for anyone looking for a laidback river experience. Aspen Whitewater’s Mild trips on the Roaring Fork River (Class II/III)
For something a little different, Aspen Whitewater offers stand up paddle board instructional tours throughout the North Star Preserve just out side of Aspen
Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum age for our mild Class II trips is typically 6 years old, and participants must weigh at least 35 pounds. We always prioritize safety and may adjust this based on current river conditions. For families with kids below 6 years old we do provide Class II trips on a private basis.
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The total trip duration includes check-in, transport to and from the river, gearing up process and river orientations, but the approximate time actually spent on the river is [specific duration, is around 2 hours for a half-day experience. The mild raft trip is a 3.5 hour adventure form door to door.
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You will get wet, but if you sit further back in the boat you don’t get as wet. We suggest wearing a swimsuit or quick-drying synthetic clothing (avoid cotton). We provide all necessary on-river gear like neoprene booties, splash tops fleece tops, splash pants and wetsuits (depending on weather and river conditions).
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Yes, wetsuits and splash jackets are provided with your trip and are available for no extra charge, especially when the water temperature is cooler (typically in May and June).
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Please bring waterproof sunscreen, sunglasses with a retention strap, and a hat, you will be rafting at altitude where the sun is intense. Clients can leave wallets, phones, and anything that shouldn’t get wet securely on our vehicles, which acts as your mobile locker room.
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Yes, we have photographers taking photos at the biggest rapid sections on our trips, and photos are available for purchase afterward online or in person in our office. We do not recommend bringing your own phone or camera on the river.
Our cancellation policy requires a certain amount of notice, 48 hours for a full refund. If change your trips departure date or time it must be done with in 24 hours of departure and it becomes non refundable. Full details are available in our Cancellation Policy
All our trips are guided paddle rafts, meaning the guide paddles and gives instructions, and all able participants will paddle as a team to help maneuver the boat. It is a lot more fun if the clients are paddling and participating in the adventure.
We provide all necessary safety and rafting equipment, including a life jacket, helmet, and paddle. We also offer complimentary use of wetsuits, splash jackets, Fleece tops, and booties to keep you warm. You should wear a swimsuit or quick-drying athletic clothes underneath. Avoid cotton! For a complete list of essentials, please see the “What to Bring” section on our FAQ – Know Before You Go page.



