Fractions on the Arkansas
Trip Details
Arkansas River Class III
1/2 Day
Adventurous 1/2 day
May to August 15th, after August 15 please see Shoshone on the Colorado River.
Minimum age is 8 years
Location: Aspen/Snowmass
Meeting times: Aspen – 8am & Noon | Twin Lakes – 9am & 1pm
Includes: Lunch or snack
Aspen Price: $160 Adult
$150 Child
Twin Lakes Price: $110 Adult
$100 Child
If you wish to book within 48 hours of your trip time, please call our shop at (970) 920-3511 . We would be happy to book for you!
This half-day class III section offers a classic, action-packed Colorado whitewater rafting experience for intermediate rafters and families looking for an unforgettable activity to share together. This scenic stretch of the Arkansas River is defined by continuous, fun Class III whitewater rafting that offers plenty of excitement for all abilities.
Under the backdrop of the 14,000 ft. Collegiate Peak range you will paddle through rapids like The Miracle Mile, Beaver Falls, and House Rock. Float through the complicated boulder mazes and rock gardens that define the Fractions section.
Perfect for experienced rafters and first timers!
Any trip can be made private and customized for your group.
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What’s Included
The raft trip, shuttle, splash gear, wetsuit, snacks and lunch (when specified). Photos are not included but can be purchased online immediately after the trip!
What to Wear Rafting
We suggest wearing quick drying clothing such as non-cotton shorts and t-shirt or bathing suit. Be sure to bring waterproof sunscreen (you will be rafting at 9,000 feet where the sun is intense!), sunglasses with a retaining device, and comfortable walking shoes. We will provide you with neoprene booties, so your shoes will not be going in the river. Bring a towel and a change of clothes for the ride home.
Our shuttles will act as your mobile locker room. Everything that is not going on the water will stay on the van! It will be manned at all times or locked throughout your voyage to ensure your stuff will be there upon your return.
Fractions on the Arkansas River
We provide splash gear on all of our trips, and wetsuits and helmets when appropriate.
Fractions Trip Reviews
- We had a great trip down the Middle Roaring Fork We had a great trip down the Middle Roaring Fork (Class 2 rapids) with Marina today! She is amazing and fun….very experienced and knowledgeable. Ask for her if you can! (Thanks Marina!!). We have done multiple trips with AWR over the years, and always enjoy sharing the adventure with our friends when we bring them to Aspen. They do a wonderful job with safety and the vans are always comfortable and clean. You will be glad you went with them!!read moreread less
Sandy Curtis8/26/2026Scheduled a group adventure Scheduled a group adventure on the Shoshone with Jim. He was great to work with, very accommodating. The guides were AMAZING. Thanks Maddy, Dan, John, and Tanner for giving us amazing memories on the Colorado River. Highly recommend!!!!
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Michelle Templeton8/26/2026 -
What a wonderful experience! What a great trip! A super adventure. Our family of 6, aged 9 to 77 had a wonderful first rafting trip! Pace was our guide and was 5+ stars out of 5! He expertly prepared us, made sure we understood all safety instructions, guided us superbly through the rapids, allowed our two younger members to swim in the deeper areas. He pointed out many geologic areas as well as birds along the way. You couldn’t have asked for a better guide or experience!read moreread less
Alan R8/13/2026We took our family out for the Middle Fork We took our family out for the Middle Fork class 2 rapids with Pace, we have two kids below the age of 9, and they absolutely loved it. Pace was a great guide, made it fun for all, and had such a fun and positive attitude. Highly recommend AWR and Pace!read moreread less
Jordan Sanders8/11/2026