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Rafting · Placerville, CO

Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours - Telluride Rafting Meet Location

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Live · nearest station Telluride, 17 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:12 pm.

60°

Smoky

Feels like 60°

Trailhead temp

66° est. at 7,156 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

2.2 low

Sun window

6:22 am to 8:12 pm

San Miguel River near Placerville is running 55 cfs.

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

7,156ft

Season

May - Seppeak now

About

Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours operates a meet location in Placerville, Colorado, serving as the departure point for guided rafting trips on the San Miguel River. The facility sits at an elevation of 7,156 feet and offers on-site parking that accommodates pets. The primary activity is whitewater rafting, characterized by a moderate difficulty level with Class II and Class III rapids. Trips typically last about two hours, positioning them as half-day excursions suitable for participants with prior experience or moderate physical fitness. The operational season runs from May through September, covering the period when river levels support these specific rapid classifications. The company has operated in the region for over 20 years, offering a range of trip options that extend beyond standard rafting to include inflatable kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding. The location is situated near Telluride and Ouray, providing access to the river’s red rock walls and pine-covered surroundings.

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High point

7,156 ft

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Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

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