About Blue Sky Rafting
Blue Sky Rafting is one of the original whitewater outfitters in Glenwood Springs, running guided river trips since 1975 from its downtown basecamp on West 6th Street. The family-owned and operated company specialises in the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers, including the famous Shoshone section that carves through Glenwood Canyon.
Trips span the full range of ability levels, from mild and scenic half-day floats suitable for families with young children to the adrenaline-charged Double Shoshone run through back-to-back Class III rapids. The menu includes half-day and full-day adventures, private boat charters, the unique Mini-Max combination, and a raft-and-kayak option that pairs paddling with inflatable kayaks. Wetsuits, river shoes, and waterproof cases are available so guests arrive prepared for cold snowmelt water.
With nearly five decades on these rivers, Blue Sky has built a reputation for seasoned guides who know every rapid, eddy, and wildlife viewing spot in the canyon. Their convenient in-town location means visitors can walk from nearby hotels and the hot springs straight to the meeting point, making it a popular pick for first-time rafters and returning paddlers alike.
