A great introduction for first-time rafters with a sense of adventure! The Lower Eagle (Class III) offers ten miles of rafting fun. Lively rapids throughout this section keep the adventure exciting. This is a great family rafting trip; no previous experience required.

This is it, a pure class IV+ whitewater adventure, and an early-season favorite of our guides! If you’re looking for whitewater because you crave a challenge, this is your trip. Dowd Chute on the high-altitude, alpine Eagle River features continuous rapids and lots of paddling! The narrow Dowd Chute Rapid extends nearly a quarter of a mile and offers a thrilling elevation drop, so get ready to be splashed.

Make the most of Colorado’s fleeting spring flows with a Private Lower Eagle River Adventure — a Class III ride that combines splashy rapids, narrow canyon walls, and non-stop smiles. With your own raft and guide, your group sets the tone: stop for a swim, push the pace, or take in the canyon scenery without distraction. This stretch is perfect for adventurous families and small groups who want just the right amount of thrill with the flexibility of a private trip. Available only for a limited time each year, this is your chance to own one of the Vail Valley’s most exciting early-season runs — no waiting, no crowds, just pure river time on your schedule.

Take on Colorado’s most electrifying whitewater in full-send mode with our Private Dowd Chute Adventure, available only during peak spring runoff. This short but fierce Class IV+ section near Vail delivers fast drops, crashing waves, and nonstop intensity and with a private raft, it’s all about you and the rapids. Your personal guide will lead your crew through this fast-flowing alpine gauntlet with precision, letting you hit every line hard while dialing in on technique and teamwork. No crowds, no compromises just raw, untamed river and a full-on whitewater experience that’s as exclusive as it is extreme. This is elite spring rafting at its finest.