Shoshone
Trip Details
Colorado River Class III
1/2 Day
Adventurous 1/2 day
mid-August thru mid-September
Minimum age is 6 years
Location: Aspen/Snowmass
Meeting times: 9:00 am Afternoon trips on request.
Includes: Lunch AM / Snack PM
Aspen Price: $145 Adult
$135 Child
Twin Lakes Price: N/A
Shoshone is one of the Colorado River’s best runs in its namesake state. Coursing for 12 miles through majestic Glenwood Canyon, this half-day trip starts off with a bang, sending you immediately into exciting class III rapids before letting up enough to give you a chance to admire the towering cliff walls.
You might even spot some wildlife. Rafters have seen bighorn sheep and marmots, and a lucky few have even spied black bears. Seasoned paddlers to never-evers 6 and up willing to do moderate paddling will all love this summer classic.
Any trip can be made private and customized for your group.
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.
We provide splash gear on all of our trips, and wetsuits and helmets when appropriate.
Shoshone Trip Reviews
- My husband and I took our two boys (6&10) rafting with Aspen White Water Rafting and had the absolute BEST time! Marina, Leah and Fathom were our guides, they made it fun while keeping everyone safe ! We would highly recommend this company if you’re looking for your family but based on the girls experience and stories they’d be great at a more advanced rafting trip as well. Our kids can’t wait for our next river trip !read moreread lessJenifer Sanregret9/14/2023We had such a great day with our guide Adaire (and Lenny)! My husband and I brought our 17 year old daughter and her 2 friends. We were a little anxious, but felt so safe and confident with our guide. They were so much fun and professional. We will definitely come back again!read moreread lessNatalie P9/03/2023
- Charles was an amazing guide! He is super knowledgeable about the wild life and surrounding area. A rafting tour with Aspen Whitewater is the way to see this area of Colorado. Absolutely gorgeous and a ton of fun! The rest of the staff was also very friendly and helpful. We had a huge group (8 boats) and every single one of us had a fantastic time. 10/10 would recommend Aspen Whitewater Rafting – just watch out for Charles’ corny jokes, you may find yourself laughing.read moreread lessKirsty Wallace8/22/2023Kyle was our guide and he was the best!! We had a blast on our first whitewater rafting trip as a family. Our kids are ages 14 and 11 and they loved it! We chose the upper roaring forks trip and it was very fun. I highly recommend this group to guide you down the river. They were wonderful!!read moreread lessJaycie Mirabella1/18/2023Faboulous exprierence rafting the Colorado River under the guidance of Sam. Level 3 rapids for beginners was perfect under Sam’s coaching and navigating the big stuff in the river. His great knowledge of the surrounding town’s history was a huge plus as you make your way down the river, and loved his sense of humor. 5 out of 5 stars for Sam and AWR Company. Aug 28, 2022read moreread lessElle R.8/28/2022