Slaughterhouse Falls is hands down the best 1/2 day rafting trip in Aspen. If you’re whitewater rafting in Aspen and love excitement, this Class IV run is a must do. Slaughterhouse Falls is the quintessential run for Aspen whitewater rafting and the Roaring Fork Valley. Just a five-minute drive from downtown Aspen, this run is action packed from start to finish.

With infamous rapids such as Entrance Exam, Slaughterhouse Falls, and Hell’s Half Mile stacked one after the other, this is the most exciting way to raft Aspen! Experience recommended but not required. Good physical fitness, a willingness to paddle hard, the ability to take directions and an adventuresome attitude are all necessary for rafting Slaughterhouse Falls.

Whether you are an experienced rafter or Gung ho first timers, if you meet these criteria, you’ll love this section of river.

Whitewater River Scale

CLASS I:
Your bath tub.

CLASS II:
Mild. Predictable, smaller rapids. Great for younger families.

CLASS III:
Moderate. Larger, more irregular rapids. Wet passengers and energetic paddling to be expected. Most clients will take a Class III trip.

CLASS IV:
Wild. Long and unpredictable rapids, following in immediate succession.

CLASS V:
Extreme. This is the edge. Only experienced paddlers.