Downstream Adventures: Rafting Clear Creek
Experience thrilling whitewater rafting adventures for all skill levels on Clear Creek, just minutes from Denver!
Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting with Downstream Adventures on Clear Creek, near Empire, Colorado. Offering beginner to advanced trips, it's a perfect family-friendly adventure steeped in Colorado's gold rush history.
A brief summary to Downstream Adventures Rafting - Clear Creek
- 409 Park Ave, Empire, Colorado, 80438, US
- +1303-848-4595
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-6 pm
- Thursday 8 am-6 pm
- Friday 8 am-6 pm
- Saturday 8 am-6 pm
- Sunday 8 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Book your rafting trip in advance, especially during peak season (mid-June to August), to ensure availability.
- Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled trip time for check-in and to receive necessary equipment and safety instructions.
- Wear appropriate footwear (no flip-flops or Crocs) and be prepared to get wet.
- Check real-time river flow data to understand the current conditions and difficulty level.
Getting There
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Driving
Downstream Adventures is located at 409 Park Ave, Empire, CO 80438. From Denver, take I-70 west to exit 232 for Empire. Follow US-40 W/Park Ave into Empire. The drive is approximately 45 minutes from Denver. Be aware that I-70 has Express Lanes which are tolled during peak hours. Check overhead signage for current toll prices. Parking is available near the location.
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Public Transport
From Denver, you can take the Bustang West Line bus from Union Station to Idaho Springs. From Idaho Springs, transfer to the Clear Creek County Roundabout, a free public transportation service, to reach Empire. The Roundabout serves Silver Plume, Georgetown, Empire, Lawson, Dumont and Idaho Springs. The Bustang from Denver to Idaho Springs costs approximately $6-10.
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Ride Share
Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are available in Empire, but availability can be limited. A ride from Denver to Empire will cost approximately $180 - $230 and take about 48 minutes. It is advisable to coordinate a return service in advance.
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