Milk Run
A perfect introduction to whitewater rafting in the Rockies! This beginner Class II trip has some small splashes, beautiful Rocky Mountain views, and lots of soul-soothing current to avoid boredom. For an efficient experience, this adventure covers nearly 5 miles and is designed to be just one hour on the water, but around 2 hours from check in to check out. With the convenience of launching directly across the river from our riverside facility and the return drive being only 7 minutes, this trip is perfect for both the little ones and adults who want a taste of rafting.
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Details
Difficulty Level:
Beginner
Minimum Age:
2 Years Old
Meeting Place:
Buena Vista, Colorado
TRIP OPTIONS
1/2 Day

This trip meets at our Buena Vista office location, it is a shorter float that lasts about 1 hour on the water and covers 5 miles on the Arkansas River. This trip is perfect for small kids or adults just looking to float and take in the scenery!

Beginner
$79.00/Person
10% Off Kids 12> and Groups +10
11:15am–1:15pm
MILK RUN RAFTING TRIP REVIEWS
- Logan W7/01/2022 - TripadvisorMilk Run ideal for all generation fun Lots of fun with our group of 11 including two toddlers and two grandparents. Shayna and Cortland were lots of fun and the Milk Run... read moreLots of fun with our group of 11 including two toddlers and two grandparents. Shayna and Cortland were lots of fun and the Milk Run route was ideal for group. read lessCarol T6/25/2022 - TripadvisorGreat Rafting Trip! We had a great time rafting the Milk Run with Cortland! Everyone that we worked with was really helpful, and knowledgeable, and the clean bathrooms... read moreWe had a great time rafting the Milk Run with Cortland! Everyone that we worked with was really helpful, and knowledgeable, and the clean bathrooms and changing rooms just behind the office were an unexpected bonus. read lessNichole S.6/18/2022 - TripadvisorGreat For Young Kids We just got off the raft and our 4, 9, and 10 year olds has an amazing trip! Wilson was incredibly knowledgeable and so good... read moreWe just got off the raft and our 4, 9, and 10 year olds has an amazing trip! Wilson was incredibly knowledgeable and so good with the kids. 20/10 would recommend. Fantastic small local company to support. read less
- Richard G6/12/2022 - TripadvisorGreat introduction to white water rafting! A great introduction to class 2 white-water rafting for myself, my wife, and our 9 year old. The Milk run is super easy, but not... read moreA great introduction to class 2 white-water rafting for myself, my wife, and our 9 year old. The Milk run is super easy, but not without some thrills for a first timer. Our kiddo was a little small to be paddling, so he just sat and enjoyed the ride. Our guide Ross was well-experienced, and made the trip fun for everyone. We're already looking to try some class 3 rapids on our next trip! read lessMatt D.8/05/2020 - YelpWe did two different trips with The Adventure Company. I took five of my kids (ages 21 down to 11) on the half day... read moreWe did two different trips with The Adventure Company. I took five of my kids (ages 21 down to 11) on the half day Browns Canyon trip while my wife took our two youngest daughters (ages 5 & 2) on the Milk Run. The Browns Canyon run was good for some of us beginners as it starts off in calmer waters but also get variety of different rapids later. The Milk Run was perfect for the little girls as it was calmer and just fun for them! Everyone had a GREAT time! Our guides (Ross & Paige) were AWESOME! Thank you to them and the rest of The Adventure Company crew for a great time and for the memories made. read lessSanjay B7/19/2020 - TripadvisorGreat fun and a great guide named Peter We came from Dallas and it was my wife and I and our five year old and nine year old. We did the Milk run... read moreWe came from Dallas and it was my wife and I and our five year old and nine year old. We did the Milk run and Peter was our guide jas he has a ton of experience and was very knowledgeable about the scenery and navigated through all types of currents. It was a fun ride and we chose it since we have a five year old. He went over all safety precautions and we really enjoyed it. The company is first class and Petra is very helpful with setting up your trip. I strongly recommend this company and can’t thank a Peter enough!!! read less
- C3550WLharrym6/29/2020 - TripAdvisorBest-Day-Ever! What an awesome experience we had. We had a group of 14 so we split into two groups (one with the younger grandkids and... read moreWhat an awesome experience we had. We had a group of 14 so we split into two groups (one with the younger grandkids and one with the older). The younger group took the Milk Run and loved it. The older group took the Browns Canyon Intermediate and had a BLAST! The only disagreement between the two groups was which one had the best guide - Sunnie or Swannie... read lessX9740AAerinr6/19/2020 - TripAdvisorPerfect hour float for young families; very pandemic proactive We did the milk run in mid-June, so it was more of a “milkshake run,” but it was a perfectly acceptable flow for a 4yo... read moreWe did the milk run in mid-June, so it was more of a “milkshake run,” but it was a perfectly acceptable flow for a 4yo and 7yo’s first whitewater trip. We got outfitted with PFDs and hopped in the van for a 5 minute trip to the drop-in point. Our guide, Swany, provided a very thorough safety overview before we got in. He and the rest of the folks we met were lovely, had a great sense of humor, and shared expansive knowledge of the natural history of the area. The kids had a blast. Most importantly to the times we live in, this outfitter took every precaution to prevent COVID19 spread, including providing gator masks and regularly disinfecting the vans, boats, and equipment. Two thumbs way up. A must-do on a trip to BV/Salida. read lessmichellebcramer8/23/2019 - TripAdvisorPerfect Family Rafting Trip We had a great time with our guide Swany on the Milk Run rafting trip. This was a great adventure for our family to enjoy... read moreWe had a great time with our guide Swany on the Milk Run rafting trip. This was a great adventure for our family to enjoy together. The Adventure Company made booking the trip easy, and our guide made the rafting trip full of laughter while ensuring our safety. Highly recommend! read less
- M F8/19/2019 - TripAdvisorFantastic Family-friendly Rafting Trip! We decided to book a last minute rafting trip after our trip to Salida and went solely off of the rating on TripAdvisor. We... read moreWe decided to book a last minute rafting trip after our trip to Salida and went solely off of the rating on TripAdvisor. We were not disappointed in the slightest! The company as a whole was very professional and provided an email with detailed instructions as to what to bring and where they were located a few days in advance. They provide most everything that is needed, but a word of advice - bring your own towels. The check-in process was easy and the service was very friendly and professional. Our guide, Josh, was easy-going, super knowledgeable and a lot of fun to chat with! He put the 2 of us who had not gone out before on a rafting trip completely at ease (one of which was a 9.5 y.o.). We will be making this a part of our annual vacation plans and will definitely be back. Can't wait for next year and trying out the Class III! read lessArizonatraveler678/05/2019 - TripAdvisorPerfect Rafting for Kids! We have taken several rafting trips with The Adventure Company in the past - Most have been half day on Browns Canyon (which is an... read moreWe have taken several rafting trips with The Adventure Company in the past - Most have been half day on Browns Canyon (which is an amazing adventure). This year we had two younger children so decided to do the Milk Run so we could all go together. It was all we wanted and just a great day on the river. Our guide, Drew, made it so much fun for all of us. Everyone got to paddle and we all got wet enough for it to be special. Highly recommend this for younger children and families read less