Overview
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3 hours
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Liquid Descent's Beginner Rafting Trip provides a unique experience during which participants will get their share of light adrenaline, beautiful river scenery, and a glimpse into the history of Idaho Spring's mining history.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Great for families and apprehensive first timers! Explore the beautiful beginner section, starting with Chicago Creek (where gold was first discovered!), following with fun Class 2 & 3 rapids such as Dizzy Lizzy and Castle Falls. Pass by the stunning Charlie Taylor Water Wheel and learn about the historic Argo Gold Mine. Finish with a splash at our class 3 rapid, Mister Twister!
Options
Raft the Beginner stretch on Clear Creek!
What‘s Included
Helmets, PFDs, Splash Jackets, Wet Suit
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
131 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Happy Mixup
530davidaw,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So I booked this thinking I booked tubing, and it was the best mistake I have ever made. We had so much fun! Isa, our guide, was great. Looking forward to the intermediate next!
Wonderful experience!
IowaKel,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience for our first time rafting. Our group of 4 had helpful instructions and enjoyed chatting with our guide, Hank. He helped us feel at ease and ready to try an intermediate rapid. We can't wait to go again!
First timers
jonif417,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best time ever! Jada is a great instructor and guide
Memories made!
maryhF2598MX,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family of five went on the beginner trip on Clear Creek! The entire process was very organized and all equipment was clean and in good condition! The trip was timely and our guide, Angie, made it a very fun and memorable day for our family!
Best First-time Rafting Experience
santoshkH7704AI,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Liquid Descent provided the best first time rafting experience to me and my daughter. Our guide, Scar was very professional, knowledgeable and funny. You can’t ho wrong with Liquid Descent if you want to raft in Clear Creek.
Awesome staff
kevinrQ6648AX,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mr Yoshi and the team over at Liquid Descent were all awesome! Super friendly and helpful staff and would definitely come back again !
Great Experience!
Q7142HLbenb,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00LiquidDescent whitewater rafting was such a good time. My 11yr old loved it, and even my grumpy 14 yr old teenager going into high school smiled the whole time. Our guide Yoshi did some cool unique things with the raft and it was exciting for our family the whole way. Our favorite parts were “surfing the wave”, the “mountain lion” rapids, and watching my children try out being raft guides. They also took amazing photos just as we went through some big rapids. Even though the water was low this year, we still had a blast. I definitely recommend this in all respects.
Amazing experience
ericaW395GM,Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, Knowledgable and wonderful guide. They make sure we are safe and explain everything in full detail. Will come back again. Worth every penny
Easy Introduction into rafting
dominiquepT409QA,Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rafting at Clear Water Creek was really fun and they had great guides! #ShoutoutAinsley ! Easy introduction into rafting.
The Best!
220laurs,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So fun! We have the best time in our guide Ainslie was so knowledgeable and just the perfect guide for our group of four! Enjoy!
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