- Whether you're interested in skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice or rock climbing, snowmobiling, mountain biking hiking, rafting, 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
- Fort Carson Trail Map
- Whitewater Rafting
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Program Date Price Info about Trip Whitewater Rafting Big Horn Sheep Canyon 7/27, 8/3 $125
Enjoy a fun and wild ride through Bighorn Sheep Canyon on the mighty Arkansas River. You will be a key element as your guide calls out commands and steers you through some of Colorado’s most classic rapids. Class II-III Rapids over 10 miles
7am-3pm, must be at least 8 years old and weigh at least 60lbs. Must know how to swim well.
Raft & Rock Overnight Weekend 8/3-8/4 $200
Raft and Rock is a program designed to bring customers on a two-activity overnight trip that allows them to whitewater raft and rock climb along the Arkansas river.
Must be at least 8 years old and weigh at least 60lbs. Must know how to swim well.
Overnight Rafting Weekend 8/10-8/11 $225 We will be rafting Brown's Canyon & Big Horn Sheep Canyon Float & Soak 8/24 $175 Enjoy a relaxing ride on the Arkansas River. You will be floating on a calm section of the river. Class I-II rapids. Afterwards, we will be doing some more relaxing at the Mount Princeton Hot Springs before heading back home.
Must be at least 8 years old and weigh at least 60lbs. Must know how to swim well.
- Full Moon Adventures
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Program Date Price Info Mountain Bike Under the Blue Moon 8/19 $25 7-10pm Red Rock Open Space Climb Under the Harvest Moon 9/17 $45 6-9pm - Rock Climbing & Ice Climbing
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Program Date Price Info Climbing Wall Orientation
7/25, 8/8, 8/29, 9/12 $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
Lead Climbing Clinics
9/26 $35
6-8pm Garden of the Gods Rock Climbing 8/30 $75
We will be climbing on the picturesque rocks in Garden of the Gods.
8am-1pm
Red Rock Open Space Climbing 9/28 $75 8am-1pm 11 Mile Canyon Climbing 9/29 $115 7am-5pm Intro to Multi Pitch Climbing 8/17 $100 We would like to introduce climbers to a higher summit. This program would introduce concepts such as intermediate belays, anchor cleaning and rappelling to name just a few.
8am-1pm
Gym to Crag Series September 9/12 Climbing Wall Orientation
9/26 Lead Climbing
9/28 Red Rock Open Space
9/29 11 Mile Canyon
$240 This series will introduce new climbers to the outdoor realm. This will include learning skills from basic indoor top roping to sport lead climbing, anchor construction, and cleaning. Via Ferrata in Ouray, CO 9/14-9/15 $350 Enjoy an adventure as we camp and climb in the Uncompahgre National Forest. You will experience the deep gorges and high mountains near Ouray, CO as we climb the cliff sides using Via Ferrate techniques.
Must be able to move consistently throughout the day and be at least 12 years old.
Devils Tower WY Getaway Weekend 10/4-10/6 More info to come soon! Ouray Ice Climbing Weekend Returns in 2025 Ice Climbing Returns 2025 - Adventures
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Program Date Price Info Yappy Hour
Happy Hour for you & your furry friend
8/16, 9/20, 10/18 FREE
Outdoor Recreation is hosting a monthly Yappy Hour from 4-6pm. On the ODR Lawn.
Get on the Bus to Elitch Gardens 8/17, 8/31 $65 Trip includes transportation and ticket into Elitch's.
This is in partnership with Leisure Travel Services.
Get on the Bus to Breck 7/27 $30 There are a significant number of options for activities to do in Breckenridge during the summer months. Explore shops and restaurants along the historic main street and ride the free trolley. There is a winery, a distillery and several breweries. Find the Troll (Isak Heartstone). Epic Discovery Center at peak 8 has a variety of fun adventure activities.
Get on the Bus to see the Leaves Change 9/21, 10/5 $25 Customers will hop on the bus and head to Cripple Creek, CO.
The Town has a variety of casinos, souvenir shops and museums to checkout while you are here. We should be able to check out Rita the troll as well.
On 10/5 the Fall festival will be running with live music. will be happening this weekend.
Back to School Bounce 8/10 $15 Jump on specialty bouncers before school starts! On the Iron Horse Park Lawn, 3-7pm Pajama Jump Night 9/7 $15 Jump on specialty bouncers in your PJ's! On the Iron Horse Park Lawn, 5-9pm Sledding Will return Winter 2025! Ice Skating Will return Winter 2025! - Mountain Biking
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Program Date Price Info Cheyenne Canyon Bike Shuttle 8/30 $45 Ditch the climb and dig the downhill. Our shuttle will take you to the
best parts of mountain biking, the downhill plunge. Cruise through a variety of trails in Cheyenne
Canyon including the Chutes and Captain Jacks. Experienced riders only.Phantom Canyon Bike Ride 9/7 $85 Take in the views as you ride downhill 20 miles of the
beautiful scenic Phantom Canyon Road. No hill climbing necessary! Phantom Canyon Road is
an old converted railroad track now a dirt road where the downhill ride will begin. - Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP)
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Program Date Price Trip Info Twin Lakes SUP 9/21 $120 7am-7pm
This trip will introduce customers to the sport of paddle boarding. Beginners and
experts will love this trip; even to see the leaves change color on a beautiful Colorado lake. - Ski & Snowboard Trips
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Program Date Get on the Bus to Monarch Returns December 2024 Get on the Bus to Breck Returns November 2024 - 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 $40 $125 $230 JR (12 & Younger) Ski or Snowboard Package
(Boots, Poles, Helmet, Ski or SB)$20 $30 $100 $190 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 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 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
$200 $350 $950 $250 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
$225 $400 $1,250 $250 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
$250 $450 $1,500
$250 - 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" - 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 Deposit 17' Canoe $50 $75 $100 Inflatable Fishing Kayak $50 $75 $100 Inflatable Lake Kayak $50 $75 $100 Lake Kayak (1 Person) $40 $60 $100 Lake Kayak (2 Person) $50 $75 $100 Canoe/Kayak Trailer $40 $60 $100 Stand Up Paddleboard
Includes Board, Paddle, PFD & Leash
$40 $60 $100 Paddles $5 $8 Personal Flotation Device $5 $8 - Sports Equipment
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All prices are subject to change.
$100 damage & cleaning deposit required for Mountain & Fat Tire Bikes.
Item Day Rate Weekend Rate Deposit Fat Tire Mountain Bike $50 $75 $100 Mountain Bike $50 $75 $100 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 & 4 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 Traffic Cones $2 $4 - 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 Deposit Rectangle Tables (6', 7', 8') $8 $12 Round Tables (60" x 29") $8 $12 Chairs (Folding or Stackable) $2 $3 Fire Tables $112 $180 $100 Stand Up Heaters $112 $180 $100 Santa, Elf & Bunny Suits $65 $100 $50 Cotton Candy Machine $85 $150 $100 Snow Cone Machine $85 $150 $100 Popcorn Machine $85 $150 $100 Standard Jump Castle
(18' x 18' x 23')
$150 $225 $100 Wacky Obstacle Course (10' x 9' x30')
$150 $225 $100 Wacky Bouncer
(8' x 13' x 16")
$150 $225 $100 Inflatable Soccer Dart Board $95 $145 $100 Wacky 5 in 1 Combo
(13' x 16" x 20')
$175 $250 $100 Sumo Suits
(2 Suits, 1 Mat)
$65 $95 $100 Standard Castle Slide Combo
(24' x 15' x 16')
$200 $275 $100 Bouncin' Buds
(25' x 22' x 17')
$175 $250 $100 Candy Playland
(10' x 19' x 19')
$175 $250 $100 Pumpkin
(17' x 15' x 17')
$175 $250 $100 Princess Carousel
(16' x 15' x 18')
$175 $250 $100 Scary Bouncer
(17' x 15' x 16')
$175 $250 $100 Axe Throwing $65 $95 $100 Standard Obstacle Course $150 $225 $100 Tiger $175 $250 $100 Dalmatian $175 $250 $100 Corn Maze $200 $275 $100 Haunted Maze $200 $275 $100 Inflatable Slip N' Slide $175 $250 $100 Canopy Tents 20' x 20' (Only to be used on Grass) $200 $300 $100 Canopy Tents 20' x 30' (Only to be used on Grass) $250 $300 $100 Canopy Tents 20' x 40' (Only to be used on Grass) $300 $350 $100 Pop Up Canopy Tent
10' x 10'
$100 $150 $100 - 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 Deposit 5' x 8' Enclosed Trailer
holds up to 2000 lbs.
$50 $80 $275 $100 5' x 10' Open Flat Bed $50 $80 $275 $100 7' x 18' Car Hauler
holds up to 3500 lbs. requires a 7 way round electric connection
$75 $125 $375 $100 Car Dolly $60 $100 $300 $100 Dunk Tank
Holds up to 500 Gallons
$100 $150 $500 $100 Grills & Roasters
Item Day Rate Weekend Rate Weekly Rate Deposit Charcoal BBQ Grill $40 $60 $200 $100 Gas Grill
Does not come with propane
$50 $80 $250 $100 Smoker $75 $115 $375 $100 - 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 Indoor Snow Globe $25/per Hour, 2Hr Min Monster Truck $450 Pirate Kid Zone $450 T-Rex Obstacle $650 Dino Kid Zone $450 Wild Rapids $650 Candy Chaos $650 Zorb Bowling $850 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 $15 $100 Large Field $15 $75 Softball Field $10 $50 Volleyball Court $5 $30 Basketball Court $5 $30 - $50 refundable deposit is required at time of reservation and will be returned if area is cleaned and there is no damage.
- Softball Fields can be lined for tournament play for an additional $20 a day with at least 1 week notice.
- The use of glass containers is prohibited. Alcohol, bounce houses, party tents, petting zoos, external grills, signage and food trucks require permitting.
- Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance.
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 Woods Ball Paintball Year round Employ tactical maneuvers in this natural outdoor area 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 Go Kart Year Round Race everyone in your platoon around this indoor track 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 Rock Climbing Year round Ascend rock formations around Colorado Springs 20 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
- Every Soldier participating must watch a "Soldier Training Video" https://www.imcomacademy.com/ima/?page_id=15169
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. We are only adding 20’ and above to the Active-Duty waitlists due to the huge demand. There is no time frame when spots will become available.
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' $50 30'-39' $55 40' or larger $80, based on availability
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.
