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.
- Cooper and Stevie Freeborn-Thompson11/13/2025Headwater was a beautiful to place to have both our ceremony and reception. Due to having an early November wedding, the venue was very accommodating, moving our outdoor ceremony to an indoor one day of when things took a turn weather wise. Also, I highly recommend springing for free guest admission to the river and water museum downstairs. There are great photo ops under the giant plaster trout if nothing else!read moreread less
- Dean9/14/2025Super interesting, with very informative displays. Well laid out. Evie at front desk was very well informed and cheerful. I especially liked that they stick to presenting data and information vs straying into the guilt trip many environmental museums try to instill. With accurate information, we can all decide what we want to do.read moreread less
Get Your Feet Wet.
Interested in volunteer work? We’re always looking for a helping hand!

