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June 17, 2026
The River Is Different This Year. Here’s Why That’s Not a Bad Thing.
For many people, the words “high water” sound exciting when talking about whitewater rafting. Huge waves, powerful currents, and roaring rapids certainly…
Read MoreJune 16, 2026
Best Family Rafting in Colorado
Colorado is one of the best places in the country for a family rafting adventure. Mountain scenery, clear rivers, wildlife, and rapids…
Read MoreJune 9, 2026
The Best Rafting Near Denver Is Just 2 Hours Away
Looking for the best rafting near Denver? While there are a few rafting options closer to the city, many Colorado locals and…
Read MoreJune 6, 2026
Escape the Noise: Why Camping and Rafting Near Salida Is the Perfect Colorado Getaway
Life moves fast. Between work, traffic, screens, notifications, and endless schedules, it can feel like there’s never a chance to truly unplug.…
Read MoreJune 5, 2026
The Best Rapids for Kids on the Arkansas River: A Family Guide to Colorado Rafting
Not all whitewater rafting trips are created equal when it comes to kids. The Arkansas River offers everything from gentle splash-filled floats…
Read MoreJune 4, 2026
Low Water Rafting on the Arkansas River: What You Should Know Before Booking
Low Water on the Arkansas River? Here’s What We’re Running Instead. If you’ve been researching rafting trips in Colorado this summer, you’ve…
Read MoreJune 3, 2026
Which Arkansas River Rafting Trip Is Right For Me?
One of the most common questions we hear at Monumental Expeditions is: “Which rafting trip should I choose?” The good news is…
Read MoreMay 31, 2026
Why Our Arkansas River Rafting Trips Cost Less and Deliver More
When searching for the best Arkansas River rafting company in Colorado, you’ll find plenty of outfitters offering trips through Browns Canyon National…
Read MoreMarch 26, 2026
Low Water, High Adventure: Why Dry Years Are Still Magic on the Arkansas
Every spring, we watch the snowpack reports roll in from the Sawatch and Mosquito ranges with hopeful eyes. Some years the high…
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