Location: Idaho Springs
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Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Idaho Springs, Colorado (CO)
The City of Idaho Springs is a Statutory City in the western United States, the most populous municipality in Clear Creek County, Colorado. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 1,717. Idaho Springs is located in Clear Creek Canyon, in the mountains upstream from Golden, some thirty miles (50 km) west of Denver. Local legend is that the name of the city derived from annual visits to the radium hot springs made by a Native American chief and his tribe who journeyed there each year from Idaho to bathe in the magic healing waters.
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1. Rocky Mountain Whitewater Rafting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 393 reviews
Offering whitewater rafting trips on Clear Creek, Colorado and Arkansas Rivers. With the most experienced guides showing you a great time.
2. Liquid Descent Whitewater Rafting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 257 reviews
Liquid Descent provides premium rafting trips on Colorado's most exciting river, Clear Creek! Located just 30 minutes from Denver, Clear Creek offers whitewater rafting for all levels. Whether you are a first time rafter or a seasoned adrenaline junkie, Liquid Descent has the rafting adventure for you!
3. Colorado Adventure Center
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5.0 based on 1,046 reviews
Colorado Adventure Center is your one stop basecamp for adventure activities. Specializing in Whitewater Rafting and Zipline Tours. Take your vacation to the next level with a raft trip down one of Colorado's beautiful rivers. Experience the breathtaking mountain views as your zip over the tree tops.
4. AVA Rafting & Zipline
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5.0 based on 670 reviews
We're currently operating incredible adventures at our Buena Vista and Kremmling outposts and hope to open in Idaho Springs very soon! In the mean time enjoy fishing, rafting, zip lining, via ferratas, off roading, SUPing, Kayaking and more at our other locations! World-class rafting trips on Clear Creek from beginner to advanced. Only 30 minutes from Denver! Come see our spectacular new 4,000 square-foot Outpost, offering the best in amenities. Free wetsuits and jackets, trips discounts available daily on our website. Trips on Clear Creek are close to Denver, Boulder, Winter Park and Summit County.
5. Clear Creek Rafting Company
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5.0 based on 793 reviews
Clear Creek Rafting Company offers guided whitewater rafting trips for all ages and abilities on two of Colorado's most popular rivers for over 25 years. Check out Clear Creek just 30 minutes from Denver or the Arkansas River near Colorado Springs. With a free digital photos of your trip included, and free wetsuit and splash Jacket use on all trips, Clear Creek Rafting Company provides the best value in rafting.
6. Downstream Adventures
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5.0 based on 487 reviews
Downstream Adventures is a family owned and operated business, and our family loves whitewater. We offer exciting rafting trips on Clear Creek in Idaho Springs, Colorado. Clear Creek, a top rafting destination, offers more rapids per mile than nearly any other run in the country. There are rafting options for first timers and veterans river runners alike at Downstream Adventures.
7. Bouck Brothers Distilling
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Bouck Brothers Distillery is Closed Thanks for the Support over the years! Our products are still available in some stores but when they are gone that is it! There is a good supply of Colorado Coffee Whiskey at Grape Expectations Wine & Spirits in Denver. Call ahead to check inventory.
8. Echo Mountain
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4.5 based on 89 reviews
The Closest Skiing, Snowboarding and Tubing to Denver and Colorado's Front Range. Just 50 minutes, or 35 miles, from downtown Denver, Echo offers an authentic Colorado ski and snowboard experience just outside the city.
Reviewed By monicafA7205YJ
Had a great time tubing went with 2 children ages 4 and 11 and it was a blast for both All the staff was very patient and friendly and helpful thank you echo mountain ???? for such a great tubing experience we did the hour and it was just enough
9. St. Mary's Glacier
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4.5 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By Embee925
Don’t miss this short side trip just outside of Idaho Springs. Worth the drive and hike!! Wear your hiking shoes and a rocky trail.
10. Heritage Visitor Center
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By RICART75 - Peru, United States
This is a wonderful Visitors Center; offering a wealth of information, and an excellent way to orient oneself to Idaho Springs. The museum area is well conceived; providing an engaging overview of the early inhabitants (the Ute), and the mining operations to follow. The exhibits are interesting and nicely designed. The Visitor's Center staff were friendly and informative. There is a decent amount of written materials from which to choose; as well as postcards, souvenirs, etc. The facility is well maintained, and the restrooms are clean. This is a great place to begin ones visit to the area.
