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Experience the Upper Rio Grande with Mountain Man. Running trips since 1985.

Mountain Man Rafting was established in 1985 in Creede, CO and we are still the only guided rafting company authorized to float the beautiful and fun sections near Wagon Wheel Gap and Creede. Now part of Narrow Ridge, we continue to provide exceptional river trips. Let our highly trained professional guides share with you the wonders and excitement of rafting on the Upper Rio Grande river!

Half Day Guided Rafting

Location -  We guide a few different sections of the Upper Rio Grande throughout the season. Most frequently we float the scenic and fun Wagon Wheel Gap section or run through the pool drop rapids near Creede. All trips meet & end at our headquarters in South Fork.

Duration - Morning trips leave at 8:00 am & return by about 11:30am. Afternoon trips leave at 1:00 pm & return by 4:30pm. We usually float between 8.5 to 10 miles and are on the water for approximately 2 hours.

Cost - ​

  • $75 per adult

  • $65 per child 12 & under

  • Cost includes trip photos and splash gear

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Weekend Half Day Rafting

Enjoy one of the most awe inspiring sections of river in Colorado! You'll launch near the historical Wagon Wheel Gap, float through the historic 4UR Ranch then we'll make a short stop to enjoy ice cream at Cottonwood Cove. Then splash through the Class II+ Rock Garden rapid, Three Rocks, Eye of the Needle, and other rapids before taking out at Palisade Campground. 

Duration - Trip departs at 9 am from South Fork & returns about 1pm.

Cost - ​

  • $75 per adult

  • $65 per child 12 & under

  • Cost includes trip photos and splash gear

  • Cost does not include ice cream or snacks. Please bring some spending money if you'd like to partake in some Blue Bell ice cream!

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Full Day Guided Rafting

Location - Spend the day taking in the fabulous views and running Class II rapids. We typically launch at Deep Creek near Creede, stop at the Wagon Wheel Gap for lunch and then continue down to the Coller State Wildlife Areas. However, we are happy to customize based on your family or group's interests. All trips meet & end at our headquarters in South Fork.

Duration - Full Day trips depart between 8am and 9am. We are usually back between 4:30pm and 5pm. We like to float around 10 to 14 miles and spend about 5 hours on the water for our Full Day trips. 

Cost - One or two rafts per trip​

  • $800 for up to 6 guests

  • $1,600 for 7 to 12 guests

  • Cost includes lunch, photos and splash gear

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Wagon Wheel Gap

Lunch - Gourmet specialty sandwiches. Each lunch includes a sandwich, chips, and a drink.

Groups and Custom Trips

We are happy to work with you to plan a memorable  experience tailored to your group or family. We've organized and outfitted school groups, tour groups, conference groups, and more. If you're looking for a more exclusive experience with a touch of class, we can deliver. We can even outfit overnight trips and enjoy tasty meals and sleeping under the stars!

Working Together on the Rio Grande
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Narrow Ridge, LLC is an equal opportunity service provider. Narrow Ridge, LLC operates under special use permits with the Rio Grande National Forest and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. All or part of this operation is conducted on public lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, San Luis Valley Field Office. Narrow Ridge, LLC is a Licensed Colorado River Outfitter.

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