Anyone who has experienced it will tell you that Colorado River, which flows through Nevada, Utah, California, Arizona, and of course, Colorado, is one of the earth's most stunning natural wonders. At 1450 miles long, the river has long been a popular destination for whitewater rafting across multiple states. However, the death count is high and you'll be gambling with your life every time you get into that raft.
While many deaths can be put down to inexperience, and stupidly, alcohol consumption, even the most sensible and knowledgeable rafters are susceptible to fatal incidents controlled only by Mother Nature. The Colorado River is known for unpredictable and heavy rains that cause water levels to rise suddenly. Add melting snow from the nearby mountain ranges to the mix and you've got yourself a recipe for disaster.