Interactive Museum.
Headwaters River Journey, a water and wildlife museum, invites visitors to discover the wonder of Colorado’s rivers, to become more aware of the critical role the headwaters play in our environment, and to explore ways each of us can help conserve our greatest resource – water.
Our Mission
Our mission is to raise awareness about the critical role the Colorado River headwaters play in our environment, economy, and lifestyle. We educate about the vital actions we must take to conserve and protect our rivers and water supply.
Environmentally Friendly.
With an eye for sustainability, Headwaters Center was designed with materials from the past incorporating the energy of the future. The building derives the majority of its energy from the sun.
More Than 30 Engaging Exhibits.
Using state-of-the-art interactive technology, Headwaters River Journey takes visitors on an informative, insightful, and introspective exploration of the wonders of nature, the importance of water, and our direct impact on them both.
We’re In This Together.
Education is the first step in water conservation and river preservation. Learn together on a field trip or group tour.
Water Guests Learning?
Guests share their experiences, insights, and ideas from their inspiring journeys through our water and wildlife museum.
Dive In.
Stay up to date with what’s going on in the realm of water conservation.
Get Back To Nature.
With our unique location along the Fraser River, you can end your visit to Headwaters River Journey with a hike or picnic along the Fraser River Trail.
What Visitors Are Saying.
- Callie Phelps6/10/2022 - Google
Well worth the visit, this little museum is informative and fun for adults and children. Lots of interactive features to... read moreWell worth the visit, this little museum is informative and fun for adults and children. Lots of interactive features to learn all about the Colorado River, why water is so important, where our water goes, and what we can do as individuals to help with water conservation! Takes about an hour to make it through if you want to interact with everything. The building itself is also really beautiful! read less
Jonathan Baker12/06/2021 - GoogleFantastic and enjoyable journey through the creeks and rivers of Colorado. Front range Colorado owes it's existence to western water.... read moreFantastic and enjoyable journey through the creeks and rivers of Colorado. Front range Colorado owes it's existence to western water. Educational and thorough, a must see for anyone vacationing in the state. My whole family talks and thinks about the issues brought up in the displays. Really cool!!! read less
Get Your Feet Wet.
Interested in volunteer work? We’re always looking for a helping hand!