Telluride Rafting on the San Miguel River

Join us on a raft trip down the San Miguel River in Telluride, CO. In the spring and early summer this snow- melt fed river plunges from the high peaks of the San Juan Mountains and pulsates through San Miguel and Norwood canyons. The contrast of the lush riparian ecosystem and the brilliant red sandstone canyon is undeniably unique. Starting just 5 miles Northwest of Telluride, the San Miguel River contains 40 miles of uninterrupted class III whitewater. In true Sierra style, our small maneuverable raft offers the most dynamic ride on the San Miguel River. We’ll provide your group with the best equipment and the most experienced guides on a trip down one of the few remaining free flowing rivers in Colorado. You will be inspired by the narrow twisting waterway and towering red-rock walls of this Colorado jewel!

DEPART	RETURN	APR	MAY	JUN	JUL	AUG
9:30 AM	1:00 PM	√	√	√	√	Low
2:00PM	6:00 PM	√	√	√	√	Low

HERE’S A TASTE OF THE MIGUEL

SAMPLE ITINERARY

Meet at Jagged Edge in Telluride for equipment fitting 30 min before departure (see map below)
Depart for Deep Creek put-in (8 miles)
Safety orientation and launch
Let the action begin
Hit the biggest rapids of Three Wise Men and Sawpit
More continuous class III
Take-out and return to Jagged Edge

4 Corners Whitewater Telluride Location

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Trip Photos

Dates

May-July

Specs/Info

CHALLENGE METER

Skill Meter

Rating: Class III (IV)

Distance: 12 miles

Time: ~4 hours

Current Flow: USGS

Avg. Gradient: 65 ft/mi

Put-in: Deep Creek

Take-out: Caddis Flats

Ages: 8 and up

Rates

Half Day:

$89.00 Adults/Child

Full Day:

$200.00 Adults/Child

Please call us to set up a full day trip

All trips will take place on the Saw Pit section ,which is the most exciting, unless water levels dictate for us to go to the lower section

San Miguel FAQs

What do I need to bring?

Please wear street clothes with a swimsuit underneath. You'll change into your river gear at our location in Telluride and put your street clothes into the van, which will stay with the driver. Once we reach the take out you will change back into your street clothes where there are bathroom facilities. Also bring sunglasses with a strap and our own personal water bottle. Your are welcome to bring a water proof camera though we do provide a optional photo service.

What do you provide?

We provide the most experienced and friendly guides, transport from Telluride, and a healthy snack at the take out. We are also the only company that offers free rental equipment on all San Miguel trips, this includes: helmet, life jacket, splash jacket, splash pants, core layers and water shoes.

When and where do we meet?

All trips begin and end at the Jagged Edge building, (223 East Colorado Ave Telluride, 81435). This is located on the east of town on the corner of Colorado Ave at Willow St. Free all-day parking is available to visitors at the Carhenge parking lot on West Pacific Street. The lot is serviced by the regular Galloping Goose transit loop, which has pick ups every 10 min starting on the hour. Please arrive at Jagged Edge at 9:00 am for morning trips and 1:30 pm for afternoon trips.