Experience the thrill of SUP on the Upper Colorado River. Navigate rapids, relax in hot springs, and spot wildlife on this half-day adventure.
Experience the thrill of SUP on the Upper Colorado River. Navigate rapids, relax in hot springs, and spot wildlife on this half-day adventure.
- Rancho Del Rio - Embark on a fully-guided SUP adventure on the stunning and untouched Upper Colorado River. While paddle boarding on flat water is enjoyable, introducing some current and whitewater elevates the excitement. The journey begins in a tranquil river section to enhance balance, then continues downstream, offering numerous learning…
- Rancho Del Rio - Embark on a fully-guided SUP adventure on the stunning and untouched Upper Colorado River. While paddle boarding on flat water is enjoyable, introducing some current and whitewater elevates the excitement. The journey begins in a tranquil river section to enhance balance, then continues downstream, offering numerous learning experiences along the way. Beginners are welcome. All SUP excursions depart alongside our 1/2 Day Rafting Trips.
Conveniently situated near Winter Park, Breckenridge, Silverthorne, and Dillon, Upper Colorado River Rafting features gentle Class I-II rapids and occasionally Class III rapids during higher water flow for an added challenge. Participants must be at least 12 years old.
The high-water season typically spans from mid-June to early July. When the river is at its peak, it offers an exhilarating ride. Most visitors enjoy regular runs in May, and from mid-July through September.
Itinerary
Meet at our Rancho Del Rio boathouse at 4199 Trough Rd, Bond, CO 80423
Trips depart twice daily at 9 AM or 1 PM
Gear up & meet your guide(s)
Shuttle ride to Pumphouse on the Upper Colorado River
River time with hikes, rapids, warm springs, & swimming
Float on and take out at Radium
Shuttle back to the boathouse
- Splash jackets
- Life vest
- Paddle board
- Colorado Rafting Company guide
- Splash jackets
- Life vest
- Paddle board
- Colorado Rafting Company guide
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- insurance
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- insurance
This section of the Upper Colorado River is an excellent spot to safely learn the fundamentals of stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) while tackling rapids or opting to bypass some. Originating as snowmelt in the high altitudes of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Rockies give rise to the renowned Colorado River. Downstream from the National Park, the river…
This section of the Upper Colorado River is an excellent spot to safely learn the fundamentals of stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) while tackling rapids or opting to bypass some. Originating as snowmelt in the high altitudes of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Rockies give rise to the renowned Colorado River. Downstream from the National Park, the river becomes more intense through the famous Class 5 “Gore Canyon,” but further down, it calms where our Colorado River SUP excursions commence.
Experience the thrill of river rapids on your SUP. Take breaks on beaches to stretch. Visit a riverside hot spring to warm up! Paddle through picturesque areas featuring meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands, and steep canyon walls. This diverse landscape is home to a variety of wildlife, including bald eagles, deer, beavers, and bighorn sheep.
We take pride in being a smaller operation that offers personalized Colorado adventures. Our stand-up paddleboard guides are highly trained, experienced, and state-certified.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
