- Whether you're interested in whitewater rafting, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice or rock climbing, snowmobiling, mountain biking hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding we've got just the right thing for you. Fort Carson Adventure Programs is staffed with outdoor professionals and trip guides that provide personal instruction to individuals or groups looking for adventure in the Colorado wilderness.
- Equipment rental Services
- Ski & Snowboard Tuning
- RV Storage
- Shop tax-free at Mountain Post Outfitters for name-brand outdoor gear and equipment
- Indoor rock climbing wall (28' tall and 43' wide)
- Disc golf course
- Outdoor Recreation Specials
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ODR Summer Bike Challenge:
Bike Challenge runs from May 1 to August 31. Do you have what it takes to bike 500 km or do you have what it takes to ride 1,000 km? If so, Outdoor Recreation has a challenge for you!
Sign up at ODR. Cost is $50 and includes a bike jersey.
Medals given out for reaching 500 and/or 1,000 km.
- Ski & Snowboard Trips
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Program Date Price Get on the Bus to Monarch Trip returns in December Get on the Bus to Breck 4/12 Transportation & Gear $60
Transportation Only $40
Trip does not include lift ticket.
- Rock Climbing & Ice Climbing
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Program Date Price Info Climbing Wall Orientation
4/10, 4/24, 5/8, 6/12, 6/26, 7/10, 8/7, 8/21, 9/4, 10/9, 10/23 $25
Intro class into climbing. This class is for 14 and older and includes a climbing pass good for the on post walls for a year.
6-8pm
Class held at IVY Gym in April
Class held at ODR starting in May
Lead Climbing Clinics
5/22, 9/25 $35
6-8pm
Class held at ODR
Crack Climbing Clinics 7/24, 11/20 $35 6-8pm
Class held at ODR
Spring in the Garden 4/19 $75 8am-1pm
It's Spring! Lets get outside & rock climb at Garden of the Gods.
Garden of the Gods Rock Climbing 5/23, 9/20, 10/10 $75
8am-1pm
We will be climbing on the picturesque rocks in Garden of the Gods.
Intro to Climbing Kid's Edition (Indoor) 5/3 $25 or $90 (combo) Kids just wanna climb!
930-1130am
This class is geared to kids ages 5-13. Class can be taken separately or as a combo with the Outdoor Class.
Intro to Climbing Kid's Edition (Outside) 5/23 $75 or $90 (combo) Kids just wanna climb!
8am-12pm
This class is geared to kids ages 5-13. Class can be taken separately or as a combo with the Indoor Class.
Sunrise in the Garden 6/13, 7/25 $50 6-9am
As the morning rays hit the red rocks of Colorado you could see it while climbing.
Full Moon Rock Climbing 7/10 $65 630-1030pm
Rock climb in Red Rock Open Space under the full moon.
Multi Pitch Climbing 8/15, 10/10 $100 Do you want a bigger challenge, come learn multi pitch climbing! Nights & Lights Ice Climbing Trip returns in 2026 Ice Climbing Trip returns in 2026
Ice Climbing Getaway Weekend in Ouray, CO Trip returns in 2026 - Adventures
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Program Date Price Info Yappy Hour
Happy Hour for you & your furry friend
5/16, 6/20, 7/18, 8/15, 9/19, 10/17
Third Friday May-October
FREE
Outdoor Recreation is hosting a monthly Yappy Hour from 4-6pm. At softball field in Iron Horse Park.
Back to School Bark in the Park 8/15 $5 Wristbands now. $10 Day of Event 4-7pm
Softball Field at Iron Horse Park
Bounce Castles and Yappy Hour!
Go See the Leaves Change Color 9/27 $35 Take an Adventure with us up into the mountains to see the red and gold aspen leaves. Pajama Jump Night 9/20 $5 Wristbands now. $10 Day of Event 4-7pm
Softball Field at Iron Horse Park
Hike & Soak 10/4 More info to come on this Adventure! - Mountain Biking
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Program Date Price Info Full Moon Mountain Bike 6/11 $55 630-1030pm
Mountain bike under the full moon in Red Rock Open Space. Bike & Helmet included.
Family Bike Ride 9/6, 10/11 $40 8am-12pm
- Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP)
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Program Date Price Info Stand Up Paddleboarding 5/17 $45 8am-12pm
Learn how to SUP on this adventure at Quail Lake.
Must be able to swim well!
Hike & SUP 9/6 This adventure will take us to Cheesman Lake!
Must be able to swim well!
- Whitewater Rafting
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Program Date Price Info Whitewater Rafting
5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 7/5, 7/12, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9, 8/16
$115 per Person
Groups of 5 or more $100 per person
7am-3pm
Outdoor Recreation is its own raft company! Come raft and have an Adventure with us!
Must be able to swim well!
Must weigh at least 60lbs & must be at least 8 years old.
Subject to change based on river water levels!
Rock & Raft 6/20-6/21 $300 Trip includes rafting, rock climbing, food & camping!
Must be able to swim well!
Overnight Rafting 7/19-7/20 $300 Trip includes TWO days of rafting, food & camping!
Must be able to swim well!
Rocky Ducky 8/29-8/30 More info to come on this Adventure! Float Trip 8/23 More info to come on this Adventure! - Winter Rentals
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ITEM DAY RATE WEEKEND RATE WEEK RATE SEASONAL Adult Ski or Snowboard Package
(Boots, Poles, Helmet, Ski or SB)$25 $45 $125 $230 JR (12 & Younger) Ski or Snowboard Package
(Boots, Poles, Helmet, Ski or SB)$20 $30 $100 $175 Cross Country Ski Package $20 $30 $100 $190
Ski or Snowboard Adult $20 $30 $100 $190 Ski or Snowboard JR $15 $22 $75 $135 Ski or Snowboard Adult Boots $15 $22 $75 $135 Ski or Snowboard JR Boots $10 $15 $50 $100 Snowshoes $15 $22 $75
$175 Helmet $5 $8 $25 $50 - Camping Rentals
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ITEM DAY RATE WEEKEND RATE WEEK RATE Cooler - 30, 40, 55 Quart $8 $16 $40 Cooler - 75, 85 Quart $10 $20 $50 Cooler - 125 Quart $15 $23 $75 Water Jugs $5 $10 $25 Stove - 2 Burner Propane $10 $16 $50 Stove - Backpack Ultra Lite $12 $18 $60 Folding Cots $8 $13 $40 Sleeping Pads $5 $8 $25 Sleeping Bags $10 $16 $50
Tent - 2 Person $15 $23 $75 Tent - 3 Person $20 $35 $100 Tent - 4 Person $25 $38 $125 Tent - 6 Person $35 $53 $175 Backpack $10 $16 $50 Generator - 2000 Watts $60 $90 $300 Generator - 3000 Watts $80 $120 $400 Generator 150- Goal Zero $20 $30 $100 Generator 400 - Goal Zero $40 $60 $200 Lantern $5 $8 $25 Bear Box $8 $13 $40 Camping Utensils $5 $8 $20 Dutch Oven - Large $8 $12 $40 Dutch Oven - Medium $5 $8 $25 Camping Dish Set - 16 Piece $10 $15 $50 - Fishing Equipment
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ITEM DAY RATE WEEKEND RATE Fishing Pole - Adult $5 $8 Fishing Pole - Child $5 $8 Fly Fishing Rod $5 $8 Waders - Men $10 $15 Waders - Women $10 $15 - Travel Trailer Rentals May 15 - October 15
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Travel Trailers Day Rate Weekend Rate Weekly Rate Active Duty Deposit NON AD Deposit 14' Tear Drop (2019)
queen size bed inside & exterior kitchen, solar lighting, water tank, No heater, No A/C, requires 1800 lbs. towing package.
$150 $250 $900 $250 $500 18' Forest River R-Pod (2017)
kitchen, bathroom, shower, queen size bed, 1 table turns into a 42"x 74" size bed, heater, AC, TV, requires 3500 lbs. towing package
$180 $360 $900 $250 $500 19' KZ Escape Travel Trailer (2018)
kitchen, bathroom, shower, queen size bed, twin bunk beds, table converts to a small bed, refrigerator, freezer, heater & AC, 12' electric awning, requires 4000 lbs. towing package
$200 $400 $1000 $250 $500 23' KZ Escape Travel Trailer (2018)
kitchen, bathroom, shower, queen size bed, twin bunk beds, table converts to a small bed, sofa converts to a full sized bed, refrigerator, freezer, heater & AC, 14' electric awning, requires 5000 lbs. towing package
$225 $450 $1125
$250 $500 NEW!!
21' NOBO (2024)
kitchen, bathroom, shower, queen size bed, 2 bunk beds 48"x72", heater, AC, 14' electric awning, requires 5000 lbs. towing package
$225 $450 $1125 $250 $500 NEW!!
23' NOBO (2024)
kitchen, bathroom, shower, queen size bed, 2 bunk beds 26"x72" w/flip up storage, heater, AC, 11' electric awning, requires 4000 lbs. towing package
$250 $500 $1250 $250 $500 NEW!!
24' NOBO (2024)
kitchen, bathroom, shower, queen size bed, sofa converts to single bed, heater, AC, 16' electric awning, requires 5000 lbs. towing package
$275 $550 $1375 $250 $500 - Safety Video is required every 3 years.
- Vehicle inspection is required every year per vehicle.
- Travel Trailers must stay in Colorado.
- While towing travel trailer, speed must not exceed 55 MPH.
- ODR team will send an email with a link for the safety class and requirements prior to pick up of the travel trailer rental.
- Customers cancelling reservations within 72 hours of pick up, will be charged a 1 day rental fee.
- Customers cancelling reservations will be charged 10% of the deposit.
Vehicle Inspection Requirements
Trailer Electrical Connection Hitch Ball Height Electrical Break Controller Hitch Ball Size Tear Drop 4 Way Flat 17" - 20" Ground to Top of Ball Not Needed 2" R-Pod 7 Way Round 17" - 20" Ground to Top of Ball Need 2"
KZ Escape 7 Way Round 21" - 25" Ground to Top of Ball Need 2" NOBO 7 Way Round 21" - 25" Ground to Top of Ball Need 2 5/6" - Boating Equipment
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- Kayaks & Canoes require 2 people to load and unload off the vehicle. Customers are responsible for securing the rental to their vehicle. Padding or tie downs will not be provided.
- Kayaks & Canoes are not allowed on any river
- Vehicles must come equipped at time of inspection with:
- 2” ball
- Flat 4 electrical connection
- Top of hitch ball must be between 17’’ - 20’’ from the ground
- All SUPs, kayaks, & canoe rentals include required safety equipment
Item Day Rate Weekend Rate Active Duty Deposit NON AD Deposit 17' Canoe $50 $100 $100 $200 Inflatable Fishing Kayak $50 $100 $100 $200 Inflatable Lake Kayak (1 Person) $50 $100 $100 $200 Inflatable Lake Kayak (2 Person) $65 $130 $100 $200 Hard Shell Lake Kayak (1 Person) $40 $80 $100 $200 Hard Shell Lake Kayak (2 Person) $50 $100 $100 $200 Canoe/Kayak Trailer $40 $80 $100 $200 Stand Up Paddleboard
Includes Board, Paddle, PFD & Leash
$40 $80 $100 $200 Paddles $5 $10 Personal Flotation Device $5 $10 - Sports Equipment
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All prices are subject to change.
Item Day Rate Weekend Rate Week Rate Active Duty Deposit NON AD Deposit KHS Fat Tire Mountain Bike $35 $70 $350 $100 $200 Hardtail Mountain Bike $45 $90 $225 $100 $200 Full Suspension Mountain Bike $55 $110 $275 $100 $200 Bicycle Rack Hitch
Holds up to 4 Bikes
$20 $30 Basketball, Soccer Ball, Volleyball $3 $5 Frisbees
Set of 3
$3 $5 Disc Golf Set
Set of 3
$5 $8 Bean Bag Toss
2 Boards & 8 Bags
$10 $15 Beach Badminton $5 $8 Horse Shoe Set
2 Spikes & 6 Shoes
$5 $8 Spike Ball $10 $15 Kickball $3 $5 Large Connect 4 $15 $20 Lawn Chess or Checkers $15 $20 Croquet $5 $8 Yard Tic Tac Toe $5 $8 Pickleball $5 $8 Bocce Ball Set $5 $8 Tennis Set $5 $8 Potato Sacks
Set of 5
$5 $8 Softball Set
9 Gloves, 2 Balls, 2 Bats
$15 $23 Tug of War Rope $5 $8 Flag Football Set
14 Belts, 6 Cones, 1 Football
$15 $23 Large Jenga $5 $8 Yardzee $5 $8 Hand Wash Station $80 $120 $100 $200 - Event & Party Equipment
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All prices are subject to change.
- Entertainment and Party Equipment are available for rent year round
- Inflatables require a minimum of 3 Adults able to lift, load & unload
- If the inflatable is dirty or wet upon return, deposit will not be refunded
Item Day Rate Weekend Rate Active Duty Deposit NON AD Deposit Rectangle Tables (6', 8') $8 $12 Round Tables (60" x 29") $8 $12 Chairs (Folding) $2 $3 Fire Tables $112 $180 $100 $200 Stand Up Heaters $112 $180 $100 $200 Santa, Elf & Bunny Suits $65 $100 $100 $200 Cotton Candy Machine $85 $150 $100 $200 Snow Cone Machine $85 $150 $100 $200 Popcorn Machine $85 $150 $100 $200 Standard Jump Castle
(18' x 18' x 23')
Western, Blue Knight, Prince, Multi Color
$150 $225 $100 $200 Wacky Obstacle Course (10' x 9' x30')
$150 $225 $100 $200 Wacky Bouncer
(8' x 13' x 16")
$150 $225 $100 $200 Inflatable Soccer Dart Board $95 $145 $100 $200 Wacky Arched Bouncer $150 $225 $100 $200 Wacky 5 in 1 Combo
(13' x 16" x 20')
$175 $250 $100 $200 Sumo Suits
(2 Suits, 1 Mat)
$65 $95 $100 $200 Standard Castle Slide Combo
(24' x 15' x 16')
$200 $300 $100 $200 Bouncing Buds
(25' x 22' x 17')
$175 $250 $100 $200 Candy Playland
(10' x 19' x 19')
$175 $250 $100 $200 Pumpkin
(17' x 15' x 17')
$175 $250 $100 $200 Princess Carousel
(16' x 15' x 18')
$175 $250 $100 $200 Scary Bouncer
(17' x 15' x 16')
$175 $250 $100 $200 Axe Throwing $150 $225 $100 $200 Royal Chair $50 $100 $100 $200 Tiger $175 $250 $100 $200 Dalmatian $175 $250 $100 $200 Unicorn $175 $250 $100 $200 Corn Maze $200 $275 $100 $200 Haunted Maze $200 $275 $100 $200 Surf & Slide $175 $250 $100 $200 Canopy Tents 20' x 20' (Only to be used on Grass) $200 $300 Canopy Tents 20' x 30' (Only to be used on Grass) $250 $350 Canopy Tents 20' x 40' (Only to be used on Grass) $300 $350 Pop Up Canopy Tent
10' x 10'
$100 $150 - Trailers, Dunk Tanks & Grills
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All prices are subject to change.
Rentals are available year round.
- Local rentals only, not to exceed 55 MPH
- Vehicles must come equipped at time of inspection with:
- 2” ball
- Flat 4 electrical connection or 7 way round connection
- Top of hitch ball must be between 17’’ - 20’’ from the ground
- Pigs must not exceed 150 lbs.
- Grills must be returned clean & free of grease, food, & ash or deposit will not be refunded
Utility Trailers
Item Day Rate Weekend Rate Weekly Rate Active Duty Deposit NON AD Deposit 5' x 8' Enclosed Trailer
holds up to 2000 lbs.
$50 $100 $275 $100 $200 5' x 10' Open Flat Bed $50 $100 $275 $100 $200 7' x 18' Car Hauler
holds up to 3500 lbs. requires a 7 way round electric connection
$75 $150 $375 $100 $200 Car Dolly $60 $120 $300 $100 $200 Dunk Tank
Holds up to 500 Gallons
$100 $175 $500 $100 $200 Grills & Roasters
Item Day Rate Weekend Rate Weekly Rate Active Duty Deposit NON AD Deposit Charcoal BBQ Grill $40 $80 $200 $100 $200 Gas Grill
Does not come with propane
$50 $100 $250 $100 $200 - Specialty Inflatables
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Item Rental Rate UFO
$450 Tree House $525 Polar Plunge
$525 Dragon $450 Princess Carriage
$525 T-Rex $450 Big Wave $525
Shark $525 Spidey & Friends $525 Monster Truck $450 Pirate Kid Zone $450 T-Rex Obstacle $650 Dino Kid Zone $450 Wild Rapids $650 Candy Chaos $650 Zorb Racetrack $850 Delivery, Setup & Operational options available!
- Iron Horse Park
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Iron Horse Park is officially open daily at sunrise and closed daily at sunset/last light.
Hourly Day Pavilion $20 $100 Large Field $200 $100 Volleyball Court $5 $30 Basketball Court $5 $30 Softball Fields are free, but require a reservation
- $50 refundable deposit is required at time of reservation and will be returned if area is cleaned and there is no damage.
- The use of glass containers is prohibited. Beer, bounce houses, party tents, petting zoos, external grills, signage and food trucks require permitting.
- Patrons organizing events with more than 50 guests are required to rent more than one pavilion or a whole section of the park to accommodate their guests.
- Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance.
- There is no overnight or day camping allowed at the park.
Park Features:
- 5 pavilions
- 3 playgrounds
- 2 ball fields
- 2 horseshoe pits
- 1 sand volleyball court
- Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ)
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The Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ) is a reintegration program to help Soldiers respond to stress and excitement following a major training or deployment.
Promoting positive adrenaline responses, improving morale and communication, and developing trust and teamwork through adventure-based activities.
This program is fully funded by the Department of the Army and MWR.
Activity
Availability
Description
Max # of attendees
Trap & Skeet Year round Shoot clay pigeons at Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex's brand new course. 30 Ski & Snowboard December - April Hit the powdery slopes of Monarch 60 Zorb Bowling April - November Get strapped in to a massive Zorb ball and roll down a 20' ramp to hit the bowling pins at the bottom of the hill 30 Ice Climbing January - March Climb up a frozen waterfall. 30 Mountain Biking Year round Mountain bike around the rock formation for Red Rock Open Space 20 Whitewater Rafting May - August Raft Bighorn Sheep Canyon
Must be able to swim well
30 Inflatable Kayaking August-September Control your own boat down the river. 10 Stand Up Paddleboarding Year Round Glide on the lake on your own board.
Must be able to swim well
30 Rock Climbing Year round Ascend rock formations around Colorado Springs 20 Rock Climbing/Mountain Bike Combo Year Round Combine the best of both worlds 30 Eligibility
- Available only for soldiers and their platoons.
- Conducted at platoon level
- Every Unit is allowed one WAQ trip per fiscal year.
- Must be conducted during a duty day
- Full-day adventure program followed with a Leader-Led After Action Debrief (L-LAAD)
- Completion of mandatory post activity survey
CONTACT ERIN JOHNSON AT
ERIN.A.JOHNSON36.NAF@ARMY.MIL
TO SET UP YOUR ADVENTURE TODAY!
- RV Storage
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Fort Carson RV Storage Facilities offer a safe and secure location for privately owned vehicles, recreational vehicles, travel trailers, or utility trailers of all kinds. Spaces are available to authorized patrons. All lots are accessible 24/7.
Lots are located:
Storage spaces are available to Active-Duty Military, Retirees, DOD Civilians with CAC card and Veterans. Active-Duty Military deploying or living on Fort Carson have priority placement.
All items stored in the RV Storage lots must have comprehensive insurance on the item to include theft, fire, wind and hail storm damage. If storage space is not available at the time of your inquiry, you may request to be added to the waitlist.
Monthly storage rates are based on the size of the space and are subject to change:
Space Monthly Rate Up to 10' $40 11'-19' $45 20'-29' $60 30'-39' $65
The Fort Carson Outdoor Recreation Complex is a multi-use recreation facility with a multitude of amenities and services. Discover your adventurous side with Army Outdoor Recreation (ODR) programs. Learn new skills, enjoy guided tours, or get the gear you need to explore the great outdoors on your own.
All prices subject to change at any time.
