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Family-run whitewater rafting on Colorado's Arkansas River near Buena Vista and Salida.

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EASYGOING Salida Valley Mellow rafting, mountain scenery and an easygoing Arkansas River adventure.
Ages 5+Class I-IISCENIC
 Featured FAMILY WHITEWATER Bear Creek Splashy Class II–III rafting that’s especially good for families and younger rafters.
Ages 6+Class II-IIIFAMILY FUN
 CLASSIC COLORADO Browns Canyon Our most popular Class III adventure through Browns Canyon National Monument.
Ages 7+Class IIIMOST POPULAR
 ADVANCED The Numbers Continuous Class IV whitewater for adventurous guests ready for a challenge.
Ages 16+Class IVADRENALINE
Small Group TripsMore personal. More fun.
Local ExperienceDecades on this river.
All Gear IncludedWe've got you covered.
No Hidden FeesHonest all-in pricing.
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Set along Chalk Creek in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley, the campground makes an ideal basecamp for rafting, hot springs, hiking, fishing, and exploring Buena Vista, Nathrop, and Salida.

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Campground Overview Your basecamp on Chalk Creek, centrally located in the Arkansas River Valley. › Amenities Everything you need for a comfortable and convenient stay. › Tent Sites Camp along Chalk Creek with shady sites and easy access to adventures throughout the valley. › RV sites Convenient RV camping in a central Arkansas River Valley location near rafting, hot springs, and mountain towns. › Cabins Stay in one of the cozy campground cabins for a simple and comfortable mountain getaway. › Local Area Explore rafting, hot springs, hiking, fishing, dining, and mountain towns throughout the Arkansas River Valley. ›
CENTRAL VALLEY LOCATIONEasy access to rafting, hot springs, hiking, and more.
COMFORTABLE BASECAMPA convenient place to settle in and explore.
ON CHALK CREEKRelax beside the creek after a day of adventure.
ADVENTURE NEARBYBuena Vista, Salida, Browns Canyon, and more are close by.

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