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Independent Whitewater

10830 CR 165, Salida, CO 8120
(719) 539-7737
Ranked #3 of 12 attractions in Salida
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Other
Most recent review
- May 8, 2012
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Denver
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

Rafting for the first time of my life last summer was an amazing experience with Independent Whitewater: this was a very exciting adventure down the Arkansas river. I felt very safe with the professionalism and experience of our guide. I'm definitely looking forward to doing it again this summer! More

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Denver, Colorado, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Rafting the Brown with Independent Whitewater has became a traditional journey for me and my family for the last 15 years. We love the IW team for their knowledge on the site. They can call almost each rock or pick you'll see during the 2-3 hour trip (Indian Chief peak, Pink Panter bolder, Charlie Brown tree, Jayhawk rock, etc). Safety... More

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Denver, Colorado
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

I've been going rafting at Independent Whitewater for about ten years because we have such a great time every year. The guides are awesome, the rapids are thrilling and the service is stellar. More

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Denver, Colorado, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

Looking to do a repeat of what we did last year -- an awesome rafting trip with Independent Whitewater. The night before the big day, we camped out by the water and host Mikey joined us for 'smores and to tell us about how me made it to Salida. Next day, we got fitted with wet suites, hopped on the... More

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Nathrop, Colorado
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

Thank you for a safe and professional rafting experience from Mike and his team at Independent Whitewater More

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Canon City
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012

We went rafting with Independent whitewater rafting back in July, Mike the owner was very friendly, the staff was amazing, our guide Keir, was just about the most entertaining guide there can be. The attention to detail is immaculate, very accomodating...we had an 85 year old in our raft, she had a blast! Brown's Canyon is teh way to go...love... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2012

My wife wanted to go white water rafting so I surprised her for a birthday weekend that started at Independent Whitewater. Our trip was fantastic! we both enjoyed the trip and the guide. We will be back again! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 10, 2011

We did the half day trip through Browns canyon and had a wonderful time. Our guide was excellent. He was very knowledgeable of the area and ensured we hit the rapids in just the right place. I would highly reccommend this trip! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 6, 2011

River guides are great and knowledgeable. Doug's the best of all!! I had him last year and had to come back again. No need to consider anotherr company. More

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Denver, Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 3, 2011

Went for 1/2 day raft trip with our two sons, 21 and 23. We all enjoyed the afternoon and the excitement. More

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