Fisherman's Bridge
To Hecla Junction, Stone Bridge or Big Bend
River Shuttles from Big Bend
From $53 per vehicle
Service
Vehicle shuttle
Put-in
Big Bend
Shuttle window
8 hours
Overview
Big Bend is the last put-in above town. Float into Downtown Salida, past it to Salida East, or on down to Rincon.
Our drivers pick up your vehicle at Big Bend and drive it to your take-out, so it's waiting when you get off the water. Shuttles are for private boaters on the Arkansas River, and pricing is per vehicle.
9am to 5pm daily
Hours
April 15 to September 30
Season
8 hours
Shuttle window
Take-outs and prices
Prices are per vehicle and depend on where you take out.
Downtown Salida
$53
Salida East
$53
Rincon
$79.50
Group discounts for parties of 8 or more. Call (719) 626-1350.
How it works
1
Book online
Pick your take-out and date and book your shuttle.
2
Fill out the release
Complete the release form before your shuttle. Your vehicle needs current insurance.
3
Leave your keys
CONTENT NEEDED: how and where boaters leave their keys.
4
Paddle
Your vehicle is waiting at the take-out when you get off the river.
Shuttle map
Your put-in is highlighted in red.
Shuttle requirements
- A signed release form is required before every shuttle.
- Vehicle owners must carry insurance. Salida River Adventures isn't responsible for damage to or theft of your vehicle.
- Cancel 72 hours or more before for a full refund.
FAQ
Common questions about our river shuttles.
How does the shuttle work?
Our drivers pick up your vehicle at the put-in and drive it to your take-out, so it's waiting for you when you get off the river. Shuttles are for private boaters on the Arkansas River.
When do shuttles run?
Shuttles run April 15 to September 30, 9am to 5pm daily. Each shuttle covers an 8-hour window, so you can put on any time of day.
Do I need to fill anything out?
Yes. A signed liability release is required before every shuttle.
Is my vehicle insured during the shuttle?
Vehicle owners must carry their own insurance. Salida River Adventures isn't responsible for damage to or theft of your vehicle.
What's your cancellation policy?
Cancel 72 hours or more before your shuttle for a full refund.
Do you offer group discounts?
Yes. Call (719) 626-1350 for group discounts on parties of 8 or more.
More put-ins
Other River Shuttles
We shuttle from seven put-ins between Fisherman's Bridge and Salida East.
Ruby Mountain
To Hecla Junction, Stone Bridge or Big Bend
Hecla Junction
To Stone Bridge, Big Bend, Salida East or Rincon
Stone Bridge
To Big Bend, Downtown Salida, Salida East or Rincon
Big Bend
To Downtown Salida, Salida East or Rincon
Downtown Salida
To Salida East or Rincon
Salida East
To Rincon