Pinnacle Rock to Pink House River Run
This stretch of river is one of the most exhilarating and popular whitewater runs in Colorado. It includes both Bighorn Sheep Canyon (class II-III) and the Royal Gorge (class III-IV).
Pinnacle Rock
A common put-in for Bighorn Sheep Canyon
Three Rocks
An impressive class III-IV rapid that should be scouted at higher flows.
Five Points
Wave to folks on the viewing deck! There are also restrooms and camping at this location, accessible from Highway 50.
Spikebuck
At higher water flows, avoid the large rock in the center of the river and the curling standing wave just after it. Spikebuck rock is left of center toward the bottom.
Parkdale
This is a great spot to eat lunch at the picnic tables. Restrooms are located here.
Sunshine Falls
A difficult class IV rapid that bears scouting (via river right). Watch out for the big hole in the middle of the river, commonly called “El Gigante”.
Narrows
Pass underneath the majestic Royal Gorge Bridge and the historic Hanging Bridge, but watch for rebar on the river left.
Boateater
This fun rapid features a large rock/hole in the middle of the river.
Pipeline
Noted for the water delivery pipeline up above, this rapid signals the end of the notable rapids in the Gorge. Enjoy the float out!
Pinkhouse
Recently developed into a public AHRA takeout.
Rafters of all experience levels will enjoy the Pinnacle Rock to Pink House run, do it and be sure to Care for Colorado and Leave No Trace!