Santa Rita Whitewater Park is an artificially designed whitewater area on the Animas River featuring intentionally engineered rapids, waves, and a permanent slalom course best suited for experienced kayakers and rafters.

The park includes ADA-accessible restrooms, changing facilities, handicap parking, a paved walking trail with river views, and picnic areas, though river access varies depending on water levels.

Scout conditions beforehand and bring proper safety equipment, as the cold snowmelt water and challenging rapids require advanced paddling skills.