We had so much fun on our tour last weekend! Scott was an amazing tour guide, with so much to say…read moreabout the history of the area and especially the geology and fossils. Our jeep was covered with a cloth roof, bit it gets mighty dusty and hot inside, so plan accordingly and bring hats, sunscreen and water. Since it is a 4wd tour, it is very jostling, so be prepared. This was definitely an excellent tour and we will try one of their other options next tine we're in Canon City.

Great staff! Very organized! Great ride . Drivers are…read morewonderful . It's nice to be driven around and enjoy the views.

Great experience! I had an amazing time zip lining and couldn't have asked for a better experience…read more The tour guides, Decklyn, Mattix, and Jackson did a fantastic job explaining everything clearly and made sure we felt safe and confident every step of the way. Their communication was excellent, and they kept the whole group engaged and comfortable throughout the tour. All three of them had awesome personalities and brought such great energy and vibes, which made the entire trip even more enjoyable. I'm already wanting to go back and bring my kids. Highly recommend this experience; it was fun, well-organized, and unforgettable thanks to such a great team!

Royal Gorge rafting was fantastic! Briley was our guide and she did a great job. I would recommend…read morethis outfit. Family friendly. Beautiful area of river.

We booked this last minute and so glad we did! It was a nice little adventure, the staff is…read moreawesome, Rachel was a great guide! She shared many facts about the area we were in and gave fabulous recommendations, the rafting itself was so fun and would highly recommend!

Epic scenery, fun river, exemplary guides! This operation is about the rafting and the memories-…read morefree photos and gear (except booties), experienced and lively instructors, repeated safety instructions, and a perfect amount of time to take it all in! You'll notice the fancy place across the street and in fact we actually ate there for lunch. Clear creek is the real deal. Last but not least, Roberto (our guide) was amazing, instructive, communicative, and a veteran of rafting. Overall it was our favorite part of our trip!

I've been rafting with ART a few times, and will definitely go again! The guides are very well…read moretrained and always made us feel safe. The guides are fun and add to the overall experience. 10/10 would recommend over and over!

Haley was an amazing river guide on our half day rafting trip. It was windy and chilly but she…read moremanaged to guide us safely and we had a great time. The office /base camp facilities were nice and the splash jackets, wetsuits and booties kept us warm despite the 65-70 degree temperatures. We highly recommend renting the neoprene wetsuits in temps below 75 because the water is 55 degrees and you WILL GET SOAKING WET!

First timers- was a bit nervous but it turns out there was no reason for it. The rapids were class…read more3&4 and were very manageable if you listened to the guides. We had Sam and Kelly in our group as guides and they were very knowledgeable and capable and obviously know their stuff on the water. Sam was chill and so funny. Kelly was calm and answered so many questions from the teens in our group. We were on the water about two hours and it was a great day.

River runners was great! My brother and I from mn and a Colorado Springs friend hit the rapids…read morewith our river guide Sam. Sam was awesome!! We did the whole day Royal Gorge trip which I highly recommend! We were beginner rafters and it was great. Sam was Very informative and took us 'surfing', which was something that you need to experience, along with the whole trip. I think we may have stiffed Sam alittle on our tip to him, but we had no idea what to tip, sorry Sam!! We will be back and will be requesting Sam if he's available, and will make up for what we lacked.

Echo Canyon River Expeditions -- JP is the GOAT, the river is wild, and we peaked as a family…read more We did the full-day rafting trip, and honestly? 10/10, no notes -- except to demand JP as your guide because that man is the GOAT. Guide of All Time. Funny, knowledgeable, calm in the chaos, and somehow knew both river facts and dad jokes. He could lead a TED Talk on how to have a good time on water. It was our family of four (two adults, two kids -- 12 and 15, professional eye-rollers) plus another awesome family we met on the raft. Total strangers at first, river besties by lunch. Echo Canyon clearly knows how to pair people up -- no drama, just good vibes and shared paddling trauma bonding. The river itself? Just enough rapids to make us scream-laugh, plus plenty of chill spots where we could float, swim, or yeet ourselves off rocks like majestic river creatures. It was basically summer camp, adrenaline edition. Speaking of lunch: we expected, like, a soggy sandwich and a dream. What we got was a deluxe box lunch -- huge, delicious, and teen-boy approved (which is saying something). Energy fully restored. We were ready to conquer the next round of splashes. By the end of the day, we were soaked, sun-drenched, mildly sore, and so happy. JP made the whole experience feel like a guided nature documentary with more laughs and fewer khakis. Book the trip. Ask for JP. Make friends on the raft. Eat the lunch. Jump in the river. Live your best life.

Had an amazing white water rafting trip with JP! I had never been white water rafting before, and…read moreafter the bus ride to the entry point, I thought for sure I was going overboard, but JP was a great leader who made me feel comfortable AND I did not fall out of the boat. He knew the river well, and kept our crew moving. I had SO MUCH FUN and already want to go back! Highly recommend Echo Canyon for the Royal Gorge!

We did a tour with Ralph this week and absolutely loved it! He is a great guide and was able to…read moreanswer all of our questions, very knowledgeable and kind. His wife works in the gift shop and is a sweet sweet lady. The building is beautiful and full of history, it is a hidden gem in Canon. I would highly recommend it for adults and older children.

We are here for a reunion and staying in the "Sisters house"…read moreSweet, charming place to stay with or without children. Very welcoming. You feel right at home! You cannot beat the price. It has a common kitchen downstairs, 12 rooms that each sleep 1 to 4 guests, three common restrooms with showers or bath. A lovely backyard and patio area that we ate under, from catered food by chefs at the Abbey. The food was fantastic! Brenda was amazing organizing everything we needed. Just the place to stay where you can rest, relax and feel at home. Close to walmart, ect.

So awesome! Guide did a great job and the cocoa station was amazing too. Views were incredible and…read moregot to see dog sledding too! Thank you for amazing memories!

In spite of the lack of snow, the trail was maintained by the workers shoveling snow into the path…read more The Belgian draft horses are very impressive. The staff was well organized and friendly. our sleigh driver entertained us with interesting stories about the history of the area.

I went here many years ago with my ex wife, Voldemort. Voldemort was pure evil, so she was…read moreinstantly infuriated by all things good. She hated Miramont castle. It was gorgeous and peaceful and the staff were very kind. She practically burst into flames upon entrance. Fantastic experience and worth every penny. Also they ward off evil.

It may not be possible to have a more enjoyable Tea than the one we had here on this gorgeous…read moreautumn afternoon when Manitou Springs glistened. We parked, unintentionally, in the back lower level, so entered through the "dungeon," where we met Kelly, the friendly, tiaraed Duchess of the Dungeon. We were early for our seating, so she regaled us with stories of her childhood adventures in the Castle, where she met "residents" (of the spiritual kind). I use a walker, and there is a back staircase equipped with a chair lift--a new experience for me, and much appreciated. The Queen's Parlor Tea Room was tastefully decorated for Halloween. My friend and I donned slightly outrageous hats before we were seated. The china is lovely, small arrangements of fresh flowers are scattered about, and the afternoon light was heavenly. Our server, Kayla, was delightful, dressed in Victorian style. We made our tea selection from the extensive menu: Pecan Caramel for my friend, and Chai for me. Both were delicious, and the tea pots hold four cups, so there's plenty to share. Light Victorian Tea is three courses: Scones, Savories, and Sweets. The selections vary day-to-day, but all is fresh and beautifully presented and delectable. The scones were of generous size and served right from the oven. Yum! We happened to have the room to ourselves, but Kayla didn't rush us. Instead, we were made to feel welcomed guests. The tiny powder room has the lowest toilet I've ever encountered anywhere, but luckily there's a grab rail. It was needed! At the end of our time there, I decided to descend the outside stairs rather than use the chair lift again. Another employee, Kate, obligingly carried my lightweight rollator down for me. Really, it's apparent employees are happy here, and love their Castle. And so did we. I can hardly wait to return.

Excellent service. Awesome waterside campsites, fire pits, water views, bathroos, showers (with hot…read morewater), trees everywhere, small cabins available as well..... A MUST if you're a fan life peraon, car camper, or RV no d of peraon. This place is LOVELY.

My fiancé and I had a wonderful time camping here over Labor Day weekend. The tent sites are first…read morecome first serve and we got in a little late so we had to camp across the river. Definitely takes some work to get camp set up over the bridge but definitely worth it for the privacy! We brought our dog and she had a wonderful time. Gavin was an amazing host and even sells firewood for a reasonable price. Bathrooms are average for camping sites. Overall we had a phenomenal experience with an unbeatable price tag!