The sport of river rafting was practically invented in Colorado. During 1960, Bill Dvorak came late with many safety standards for equipment and many guidelines for good rafting technique. His Dvorak shipping company was first licensed river outfitter recreation in the country. In the decades since, river rafting has become a hugely popular pastime in Colorado and the world. Colorado River rafting is some of the best in the world. Some of the most notable of Colorado’s many rivers are the Arkansas River, Colorado River, and Dolores River. Each one offers rafters a unique and exciting experience.

The Arkansas River begins near Leadville, Colorado and extends through the West, cutting through Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and before emptying into the Mississippi River. There are many beautiful and famous sights on the Arkansas River, including the Royal Gorge and Big Horn Sheep Canyon. The rapids on the Arkansas River varies from category II all the way to class V, according to a part of the river. There are many tours offered on various stretches of the Arkansas River lasting from half a day to several days.

The Colorado River begins in the Rocky Mountains and is almost 1500 miles in length. It is one of the most majestic rivers in the world, stretching through several states and even Mexico before emptying into the Gulf of Mexico. Some attractions along the Colorado River are mentioned Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam. There are countless river rafting trips on the Colorado River, from beginner trips to some of the most intense rapids found anywhere.

The Dolores River is another great spot for Colorado river rafting. Dolores River is a 250-mile long tributary of the Colorado River. It runs through the states of Colorado and Utah. Ponderosa Gorge on the Dolores River offers rafters full of Class III and IV rapids, while Slickrock Kingmax of class II and III rapids. The Dolores River is one of the most Scene parts of the country.