My time as a trainee in 2008 at WAO was really the time of my life. During training we had all kinds of adventures, from learning to read water and swim in the river, to the great overnight adventures with the trainers. Training was not all fun, there were times it was difficult and very demanding, but in the end I have never had so much fun in a summer thanks to Tony, Kathy and the guides at WAO.

Trent Braddy

It has been a pleasure rafting at WAO each year for 15+ years. It's the people that makes your company special. Everyone at WAO needs to be proud of all the memories that will last a lifetime for your customers.

Leroy and Skippy

Iowa Park, TX

Lodging Options

Canon City EconoLodge

Located in easy walking distance to downtown shops, restaurants and bars. Indoor pool and hot tub, across the road from the Royal Gorge train. 1 mile to WAO rafting company. Info or reservations 719.276.6900

Colorado Inn

Great little place, very affordable and clean. Close to downtown. Friendly staff. Info or reservations – 719.275.9601

Parkview Inn

As the name states, right a cross the road from a beautiful Canon City park. Very close to the Royal Gorge train and WAO rafting company. Owners work very hard to continue the remodeling of this very affordable lodging option. Info or reservations – 719.275.0624

 

Quality Inns and Suites

 

Formerly  the "Canon Inn" this property is one of the few full service hotels in the Royal Gorge area. Complete with bar and grill, billiard room, swimming pool and several hot tubs in the "Garden room". East end of town.

Info or reservations - 719.275.8676

 

Holy Cross Abbey

 

This is a great option for youth groups, scout troops or any large group involving "kids on a budget".

Options at "the Abbey" include Dorm style lodging, camping and full meal plans. Our advice is to book early if this is something that appeals to your group.

For more info contact Brenda - 719.275.8631 or email at lodging@theabbeycc.com

Website - www.theabbeycc.com


Barrymore Inn

East end of Canon City and you will need to cross town to get to any activities or attractions. Canon City is a small town…10 minutes to anything, tops. Clean and fairly new.

Info or reservations – 719.275.2400

Canon City Super 8

It’s a Super 8 so it is what it is. Very affordable. Info or reservations – 719.275.8687

Canon City Travel Inn

Next to the local Bowling Alley. Close to Wal-Mart. Across the road from the Holy Cross Abbey. Again, it is what it is. Very Affordable. Info or reservations - 719.275.9125