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$50+Guided whitewater rafting trips through Bighorn Sheep Canyon and the Royal Gorge on the Arkansas River.
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Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
4218 CO Rd 3A · Canon City, CO
Why you should go…
Royal Gorge Bridge & Park sits above the Arkansas River near Canon City, Colorado, anchored by the Royal Gorge Bridge, a suspension bridge rising about 955 feet above the river. The park also has a gondola, a zip line, the Royal Gorge Via Ferrata climbing route and the Royal Rush Skycoaster. It is owned by the city of Canon City and is open daily year-round, weather permitting.
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Good to know
General attractions guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
Book the time slot, not just the ticket
Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.
Grab the daily schedule on arrival
Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.
The first hour is the quietest
Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.
Budget past the ticket price
Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.
What's around here?
The closest stops to Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, ordered by straight-line distance.
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Royal Gorge Route Railroad
$50+A scenic train ride from Canon City along the Arkansas River beneath the Royal Gorge suspension bridge.
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Raft Masters
$50+Whitewater rafting outfitter running guided Arkansas River trips out of Canon City, Colorado.
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