>FAQ: Cherry Creek Rafting Trip
1. I’m not sure if Cherry Creek is for me—what are the most important factors to consider?
2. Why is the All-Outdoors Cherry Creek “guide boat” important?
3. Why are Creek trips more expensive?
4. How “in shape” do I need to be?
5. How much experience does All-Outdoors have on Cherry Creek?
6. What makes Cherry Creek so unique?
7. Why is the meet time the night before the river trip?
8. How much whitewater experience do I need for Cherry Creek?
1. I’m not sure if Cherry Creek is for me—what are the most important factors to consider?
We suggest you think about three things: Do you want to go? Are you reasonably physically fit? Can you follow instructions, be an active part of a team, and concentrate in intense situations? These are the folks we want to take on Cherry Creek trips.
2) Why is the All-Outdoors Cherry Creek “guide boat” important?
We always have a guide boat or cataraft run in the lead position on our Cherry Creek trips for an added measure of safety, and to create a better guest/guide ratio. Our guests appreciate knowing there is a safety net at the bottom of each rapid as well as the extra on and off water assistance provided by the guide boat staff.
3. Why are Creek trips more expensive?
Cherry Creek trips are very resource intensive, requiring our most experienced guides and the extra guide boat or cataraft. The guest/guide ration is often as low as 2 to 1. Wetsuits, paddle jackets, two meals, and snacks are included.
4. How “in shape” do I need to be?
Cherry Creek is intense—you need to be prepared to paddle hard and respond to commands quickly—but you do not need to be a tri-athlete to have a great day on this river. Many of Cherry Creek’s class V rapids are followed by pools or eddies in which we can re-group and rest before tackling the next series.
5. How much experience does All-Outdoors have on Cherry Creek?
AO is one of the most experienced outfitters in California. We have been rafting commercially since 1962, running Cherry Creek since 1988. Our Creek guides have rafted around the United States as well as internationally. They have led first descent expeditions, train our newer staff, and act as company mentors. Owner Scott Armstrong has been rafting for over 30 years and often guides our Creek trips. As a company, AO consistently runs advanced rivers like the Tuolumne at a greater range of flows than other outfitters.
6. What makes Cherry Creek so unique?
Cherry Creek is much more than a day of challenging whitewater. Our guides love this river because of its unique combination of whitewater, natural beauty, and the opportunity to connect with guests, who consistently tell us they appreciate the same things. Our approach to rafting centers on sharing our love of beautiful places and high adventure. And, we’re one of only two companies that commercially guide Cherry Creek, so each trip feels private and unique.
7. Why is the meet time the night before the river trip?
Years of experience tells us that meeting in the morning is just too rushed—we meet at 6 am, get to put-in at 7 am, eat a quick breakfast and get on the river at 8 am. The evening meet time gives both guides and guests the chance to get to know each other and share important information for the next day. We want you to be fully prepared so you have the best possible trip.
8. How much whitewater experience do I need for Cherry Creek?
You should have rafted before or have other whitewater/watersport experience.
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