Whitewater Park
Vail, Colorado has always been renowned for it’s excellent white-water rafting but since 2002 annual competitions were made possible within Vail Village with a new design allowing for in town competitions, transforming Vail into a white-water haven.
- Vail Whitewater Park is a haven for whitewater enthusiasts and offers world class rafting.
- Local trips are offered, from rafting extreme rapids to relaxing boat trips there is something for both beginners and experts to enjoy.
- Many competitions are held in Vail Village since the Water Park has been established and are great fun to watch
Overview
Vail, Colorado has had whitewater events for many years and is renowned for it's excellent conditions, however, large events such as the Teva Mountain Games took place just outside of town on the Eagle River. Since 2002 the Vail Valley Chamber and Bureau has become amenable to freestyle paddling so whitewater rafting can take place in Vail Village. This has transformed the area into a popular whitewater haven and is the host of the annual freestyle competition.
Locations/Directions
Vail's Whitewater Park is located at the Gore Creek Promenade at the International Bridge in Vail Village.
Seasons
Whitewater rafting can potentially be enjoyed all year round but weather and safety are always a consideration.
Activities
You can join one of the amazing local raft trips that Vail has to offer. You can go for a relaxing float down the river or enjoy rafting down the rapids as you paddle your way through boulders, flumes and raging waters. From first-timers to experienced rafters there is something for everyone to enjoy at the Water Park. There are also lots of competitions and events to watch in Vail Village and see the white knuckle thrills at the annual freestyle competition and others.