Discover the thrill of whitewater rafting in Colorado with our guide to the top eight river stretches, including the Animas, Cache La Poudre, Green and Yampa rivers.

Yet for a truly rugged red rock canyon experience in a less-visited area, look no further than the western edge of Colorado and the quiet majesty of the Gates of Lodore.

For a more relaxed adventure, explore the nearby Colorado National Monument, just three miles from Fruita on Highway 340. The scenic Rim Rock Drive offers 23 miles of red rock canyons that make up ...