{"id":3931,"date":"2012-06-21T14:42:43","date_gmt":"2012-06-21T18:42:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.white-water-raftingonline.com\/?p=454"},"modified":"2019-05-23T08:20:25","modified_gmt":"2019-05-23T12:20:25","slug":"arkansas-bighorn-sheep-canyon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/gccihome.com\/travel\/arkansas-bighorn-sheep-canyon\/","title":{"rendered":"Arkansas Bighorn Sheep Canyon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Along the Arkansas river there is an area called the Bighorn Sheep Canyon <a href=\"http:\/\/gccihome.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/arkansas-bighorn-sheep-canyon-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-455\" title=\"Arkansas - Bighorn Sheep Canyon\" src=\"http:\/\/gccihome.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/arkansas-bighorn-sheep-canyon-1.jpg\" alt=\"Arkansas Bighorn Sheep Canyon\" width=\"281\" height=\"180\" \/><\/a>area. It furnishes a class 3 set of rapids and rafters can enjoy a 38 mile or 61 kilometer trip. The rafting season typically lasts from May though August, however as with all rivers, you should call ahead to make sure that the river is suitable for rafting at the time of year you are planning. Also you might need to make reservations, so always call ahead.<\/p>\n<p>Although this river is called the Arkansas, it is actually located in the state of Colorado in the United States.<\/p>\n<h2>The Best Rapids<\/h2>\n<p>The best rapids along the Arkansas River include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Badger Creek,<\/li>\n<li>Tin Cup,<\/li>\n<li>Spider,<\/li>\n<li>Maytag,<\/li>\n<li>Devils Hole,<\/li>\n<li>Cottonwood,<\/li>\n<li>Texas Creek<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is a long section of river that is 38 miles in length and there are various alternatives for white water rafters, such as day trips, overnight trips and multi day trips that can including camping.<\/p>\n<p>There are also various trips offered by a variety of companies that include all or a portion of this 38 mile river trip.\u00a0 Some trips are as short as 5 miles while other half day trips can be 10 miles in length. Discuss your skill level with your guide and select the right trip for you and your group based on the lowest skill level of the group.<\/p>\n<h3>Arkansas Bighorn Sheep Canyon &#8211; Multi Day Trips<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/gccihome.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/arkansas-bighorn-sheep-canyon-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-456\" title=\"Arkansas - Bighorn Sheep \" src=\"http:\/\/gccihome.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/arkansas-bighorn-sheep-canyon-2.jpg\" alt=\"Arkansas Bighorn Sheep Canyon\" width=\"264\" height=\"191\" \/><\/a>There\u00a0 is the Arkansas Royal Gorge, the Browns Canyon and several multi day trips that can be booked.<\/p>\n<p>This area is also known for the bighorn sheep that abound in the area.\u00a0 It can be very exciting to catch a glimpse of these animals while on a rafting trip.<\/p>\n<p>There is no guarantee that you will actually be able to see any of these sheep that dwell in the area. Keep your eyes peeled for them on the cliffs as you drift down the river.<\/p>\n<p>They are often out in the early morning hours and the late evening hours. You can see them easily along some of the cliffs that border the river. It is always a fantastic site to see these wild animals in the wild. don&#8217;t forget to protect the environment and take everything out with you that you brought along with you on your trip.<\/p>\n<p>Your guides will be responsible for all of your gear and ensure that you are able to maximize opportunities to see these beautiful animals along the Arkansas bighorn sheep canyon white water rafting trip.<\/p>\n<p>Comments are welcome. Let us know what you think about this particular white water rafting opportunity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Along the Arkansas river there is an area called the Bighorn Sheep Canyon area. It furnishes a class 3 set of rapids and rafters can enjoy a 38 mile or 61 kilometer trip. 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