How long does it take to run Browns Canyon?
You can certainly run Browns Canyon as a day run—even as a half-day run, as the commercial outfitters do zillions of times each summer (when not stymied by pandemic restrictions). But adding an overnight stay on Browns elevates this already stellar whitewater experience to a solid 11.
What river goes through Browns Canyon?
The Arkansas River
Browns Canyon National Monument is located between the mountain towns of Salida and Buena Vista in Chaffee County Colorado. The Arkansas River winds through this rugged canyon with remnants of a historic railroad, steep cliffs, beautiful mountain views and lots of rapids.
Where is numbers section of Arkansas River?
Buena Vista
The Numbers full day trip is 13 action packed miles of continuous class IV+ whitewater! Located in Buena Vista, this section of the Arkansas River is known for it’s steep drops and big thrills. This is a physically demanding trip is designed for experienced rafters or adventurous first timers.
Where is Big Horn Sheep Canyon?
Bighorn Sheep Canyon extends just east of Salida to Parkdale, a killer fishing spot 12 miles east of Cañon City on Highway 50. Millions of years of erosive power have sculpted the canyon into sheer, towing cliffs easy visible from the road and the river.
How do you get to Browns Canyon National Monument?
All access to Browns Canyon National Monument is via unpaved roads that have blind corners and other hazards. One of the main trailheads into the Monument is located adjacent to the Ruby Mountain Recreation Site (AHRA), which features a campground with restrooms, changing facilities, a boat ramp and picnic sites.
What is the CFS of the Arkansas River?
40,520 ft³/s
Arkansas River/Discharge
What class Rapids is the Arkansas River?
The Arkansas River through Browns Canyon National Monument is one of the premiere class III whitewater rafting trips in the world. Challenge numerous rapids, while immersed in a wealth of natural beauty and historic landmarks.
What is the deepest part of the Arkansas River?
The River that flows through the 10-mile long Royal Gorge is comprised of Precambrian gneiss, schist, granite, and other material at a depth of about 1,200′. The Royal Gorge is a deep, geologically young, and unusually narrow canyon.