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Advanced Express

The Advanced Express is the ultimate trip for adventurous paddlers looking for fast, technical, and relentless whitewater just outside Denver, Colorado. With very little warm-up, you’ll quickly drop into the continuous Class IV-IV+ rapids of Clear Creek Canyon, where the action starts immediately and doesn’t let up.

Brace yourself as you charge through iconic rapids like Upper Beaver Falls, Lower Beaver Falls, and The Nixons, before catching a brief breath and paddling hard into the heart of the run. The intensity ramps up with Guide Ejector, Double Knife, Hell’s Corner, and the legendary Terminator, delivering steep drops, powerful hydraulics, and demanding lines that reward strong teamwork and precise paddling.

Our professional, certified guides provide a thorough safety briefing and paddling instruction. Along the way, you’ll build confidence, practice teamwork, and enjoy plenty of thrills as you take on Advanced whitewater through Clear Creek Canyon.

This trip is only run at optimal water levels. We reserve the right to refuse participation at our discretion. Good physical condition, an aggressive attitude, prior paddling experience, and the ability to swim confidently are strongly recommended.

We provide and require a personal flotation device, helmet, and wetsuit on all Advanced trips.

Availability

• Normally available late May through mid-July, depending on water conditions.

Advanced Express Trip Important Details

NOTE: Please be aware that water flows and conditions can change affecting rapid conditions and classifications, minimum age requirements, river sections, and prices.

Class IV & IV+ Rapids
Minimum Age:
16
Starting Price:
$115*

*Excluding mandatory 10% river access and use fee.

Gear Included:
Wetsuit, splash jacket, helmet, and personal flotation device.
Distance:
8 miles | ~12 rapids total (5 intermediate rapids)
Group Size:
Up to 6 guests per raft plus guide (depending on water levels)
**Departure Times:
9:30AM, 12:30PM

**Please arrive 30 minutes early for check-in and gear fitting.

Time on River:
Approximately 1.5 hours (can be less during high water)
(Plan up to 2.5 hours total)

Advanced Full Day

If you’re in good physical condition, have an aggressive attitude, and are up for a serious challenge, this is the Colorado rafting trip for you. The Clear Creek Advanced Full Day combines intermediate and advanced sections into one action-packed adventure delivering nonstop adrenaline just minutes from Denver.

The day begins on the intermediate stretch of Clear Creek. After building skills and confidence, you’ll stop at the boathouse to enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch. In the afternoon, the intensity ramps up as you continue with the Advanced Express section, tackling heart-pounding, physically demanding, continuous Class IV-IV+ rapids. Paddle through legendary whitewater such as Double Knife, Hell’s Corner, Terminator, and Corkscrew, guided by our expert professionals.

This full-day experience navigates through 30 rapids on a scenic run that drops an impressive 1,300 vertical feet and is ideal for rafters with prior experience who are ready to push their limits on one of Colorado’s most challenging and rewarding whitewater sections.

This trip is only run at optimal water levels and we reserve the right to refuse participation at our discretion. Good physical condition, an aggressive attitude, prior paddling experience, and the ability to swim confidently are strongly recommended.

We provide and require a personal flotation device, helmet, and wetsuit on all Advanced trips.

Availability

• Normally available late May through mid-July, depending on water conditions.

Advanced Full Day Trip Important Details

NOTE: Please be aware that water flows and conditions can change affecting rapid conditions and classifications, minimum age requirements, river sections, and prices.

Class IV & IV+ Rapids
Minimum Age:
16
Starting Price:
$199*

*Excluding mandatory 10% river access and use fee.

Gear Included:
Wetsuit, splash jacket, helmet, and personal flotation device.
Distance:
Approximately 16 miles and 30 rapids (combination of beginner, intermediate, and advanced sections)
Group Size:
Up to 6 guests per raft plus guide (depending on water levels)
**Departure Time:
9:30AM (Complimentary Lunch Included)

**Please arrive 30 minutes early for check-in and gear fitting.

Time on River:
Approximately 4 hours (can be less during high water)
(Plan up to 6 hours total)

The Clear Creek Difference

One of Clear Creek’s original, largest, and most experienced whitewater rafting outfitters.

Local Proximity

We are one of the closest companies to Denver and the Rocky Mountains.

Trusted & Established

One of Clear Creek's original outfitters providing rafting trips for over 30 years.

Free Photos

All of our trip packages include FREE digital photos from the adventure.

Wetsuit Included

All of our trips include a complimentary Wetsuit and Splash Jacket use.