- Our list of the best things to do in Idaho Springs, Colorado, features the top 261 nearby activities — including 122 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
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2.9 Miles
Liquid Descent Whitewater Rafting offers adventure whitewater rafting trips on the Eagle and Arkansas rivers as well as on Clear Creek.
0.3 Miles
99%
296 votes
1313 Idaho St, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
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Rocky Mountain Whitewater Rafting offers guided adventure rafting trips on the Arkansas River and Clear Creek coupled with horseback rides, fly fishing trips and ATV rentals.
1.8 Miles
Clear Creek Rafting Co. specializes in whitewater rafting adventures on the Arkansas and Clear Creek Rivers passing through natural tourist destinations such as the Royal Gorge, Bighorn Sheep Canyon and Browns Canyon.
0.8 Miles
93%
826 votes
431 Chicago Creek Rd., Idaho Springs, CO 80452
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Arkansas Valley Adventures offers guided whitewater rafting trips, from beginner to advanced levels, on Clear Creek river. Their recently built outpost provides many amenities including wetsuits, jackets and more.
0.8 Miles
The Quad Squad ATV Tours is a local company which offers guided ATV tours on a number of trails around the Rocky Mountains which were used by miners more than a century ago.
8.1 Miles
St. Mary's Glacier is reached through a moderately difficult upward hike which in turn, passes around a scenic lake and progresses forward up to the glacier where one can enjoy the panoramic views of the surroundings and a variety of snow sports.
0.7 Miles
Raft Masters is a local outfitter which offers adventure rafting trips on the Arkansas River at the Royal Gorge and Bighorn Sheep Canyon, as well as on Clear Creek ranging from beginner to more advanced levels.
38.2 Miles
Offering river trips for all levels of experience, Liquid Descent organizes whitewater rafting excursions through Clear Creek and the Colorado River. The company provides all the equipment and instructions needed before taking off on the rapids.
4.1 Miles
Open Tuesday-Friday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm; Saturdays from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm, Sundays from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; and select Mondays for Holidays.
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Argo Gold Mill and Museum offer informative and educational self-guided exploration tours of the Gold Mine and its authentic mining equipment. Visitors also get to try panning for gold with the help of an attendant.