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Destinations: Dolores River Canoeing

If you are a history buff and adventurer you will love the Dolores. This river section is spiced with Class II-III rapids and colossal red sandstone canyons, steeped in local history: Butch Cassidy used the canyon for a hideout after his bank robberies and a mysterious, abandoned mining flume remains suspended high above the river on the canyon walls. It is truly an engineering marvel! Near Gateway, CO.

Dolores River Canoeing - Advanced Raft Trip June 7-9, 2024

Dolores River Canoeing - Advanced Raft Trip June 7-9, 2024

The Dolores River is a beautiful back-country river tucked away from normal travel in extreme western Colorado, approximately 50 miles southwest of Grand Junction, CO. Beginning at the confluence of the San Miguel and Dolores Rivers and winding up in Gateway, CO, this 30-mile section offers spectacular scenery and western history.

Dolores River Canoeing
River

Intermediate; Ages 15+
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Difficulty
Intermediate: must be 15 years old. Some Class I-II rapids. Average fitness level.

Ages
minimum age 15

When
June

Section & Miles
Confluence of the San Miguel & Dolores Rivers to Gateway, CO; 30 miles

Number of Days
3

Hiking
Limited

Nearest Town
Gateway, CO

Driving Distance from Denver
302 miles; 5 hours

Number of Participants
23 guests

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