EXPERIENCES
Start Your Adventure at Basecamps
Basecamps is more than a place to stay - it’s your gateway to exploring Buena Vista.
Guests can now add outdoor experiences directly to their stay, including half-day rafting trips through Browns Canyon, mountain bike rentals from our on-site barndo, and a nearby adventure high ropes course. At the best rate possible! Simply add-on to your reservation when booking directly with us here
Back at camp, enjoy simple moments that make a stay memorable - polar plunge and sauna sessions, gold panning along the Arkansas River, treasure hunts for younger explorers, and games inside our activities tent.
Browse the experiences below to start planning your adventure.
Only available when booking direct, bonus points for the best rate!
Whitewater Rafting
Experience one of Colorado’s most iconic river adventures on a half-day rafting trip through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas.
Navigate fun Class III–III+ rapids like Pinball, Zoom Flume, and Raft Ripper, with scenic canyon views along the way. Trips launch from Noah’s Ark’s private boat launch and typically spend 2–3 hours on the water, depending on river levels.
Reserve this adventure when booking your stay at Basecamps.
Adult - $110
Youth - $102
High Ropes Course
Challenge yourself on Colorado’s first aerial adventure course along the banks of the Arkansas River. Located at Browns Canyon Adventure Park, this guided experience features 66 high ropes elements, 7 zip lines, the Leap of Faith obstacle, the Vertical Limit climbing challenge, and the Big Drop Swing.
A fun and memorable way to test your balance, bravery, and teamwork while surrounded by incredible canyon views.
Reserve this adventure when booking your stay at Basecamps.
Adult - $72
Youth - $65
Mountain Bike Rentals
Explore Buena Vista on two wheels with a mountain bike ready and waiting for you at Basecamps.
From mellow rides along the Arkansas River to half-day adventures on BV’s world-class singletrack, our bike rentals make it easy to get out and ride.
Simply reserve your bike with your stay and pick it up at the Basecamps Barndo when you arrive.
Bikes are priced per day - select the number of days when reserving. Quantities are limited, so we recommend booking in advance.
$50 / Day
Polar Plunge + Sauna
Hot, cold, and unforgettable.
Reset your body with a wood-fired sauna session followed by a refreshing plunge — a favorite Basecamp ritual.
Treasure Hunt for the Kids
Adventure for younger explorers.
Let kids roam camp on a playful treasure hunt designed to spark curiosity and outdoor fun.
Gold Panning the Arkansas
Strike gold along the river.
Try your hand at gold panning right from Basecamp and discover a little piece of Colorado history.
Activities Tent
Games, laughter, and friendly competition.
Stop by the activities tent for foosball, board games, and easygoing fun with family or new friends.
Nightly Campfire & S'mores
A Basecamp tradition.
Gather around the fire in the evenings for s’mores, stories, and a chance to meet fellow travelers.
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