Colorado River Guides

White water rafting on the the Colorado River offers something for everyone, as a fun, splashy, and beautiful beginner whitewater rafting experience close to both Steamboat Springs and Vail. The Colorado River is perfect for the whole family. Depending on water levels, this section of the Colorado River is more of a wilderness float trip, with a few splashy class II rapids, just enough to make everyone laugh and squeal.

About this Rafting Trip

The Half Day rafting trip on the Colorado River is 5 miles and approximately 3 hours. The Full Day trip is 11 miles and approximately 6 hours.  We will provide lunch typically consisting of different types of fresh fruits, fresh veggies, tomatoes), fresh meats (ham, chicken, turkey), cheeses, dips, crackers, pita, or naan and cookies. Think of a picnic style grazing board. We will also bring extra water to refill your water bottles & sparkling water.

There are usually less crowds and better weather on Morning 1/2 day trips. (Afternoon thunderstorms & windstorms are a common occurrence in Colorado during the summer months). Guests typically see more wildlife on our AM trips.

If you have some adventurous folks in your group, we offer two-man inflatable kayaks (duckies) at no extra charge. Duckies can really make things more interesting and challenging. They follow the larger guided rafts down river, we all stay in a group, and there will be opportunities to switch between the larger raft and the ducky. Duckies are limited depending on river flows and availability. We try our best to have at least one available for every reservation. (You can look at the river and decide if you’d like to take an inflatable kayak once you arrive).
Come experience a scenic tour through the headwaters of the Colorado River today!

Check Availability & Book this Rafting Trip

Half Day Float | Beginner, Class I – II ages 3+

Full Day Float | Beginner, Class I – II ages 3+

Once booked, we will send you a separate email with very detailed driving directions & arrival time. If you do not receive a second email from us, or have any questions regarding directions please do not hesitate to give us a call. We will meet our guests right on the river.

Additional Information

Check In: Once booked, we will send you a separate email with very detailed driving directions & arrival time. If you do not receive a second email from us, or have any questions regarding directions please do not hesitate to give us a call. We meet all of our guests right on the river. We will drive you up river in our vehicles – about 10 minutes, and then we will raft right back down to your car.

What to Wear / Bring

• Shorts, T-shirt and bathing suit
• Shoes that stay on your feet (not flip flops as they float away
• Hat and Sunscreen
• Water and Snacks
• Camera (we have dry storage available on most boats)

Cancellation Policy

We understand things happen, we will do our best to work with every group and we will do everything we can to maintain flexibility. We have a 24 hour cancellation policy, please call us 24 hours before your trip if you cannot make it. If anything changes please give us a call. All refunds will be charged a 10% transaction fee. If you cancel your trip within 24 hours of your scheduled arrival time, your reservation is subject to refund forfeiture.

About Colorado River Guides

We are a small family owned and operated rafting company with over 40 years of experience rafting rivers throughout Steamboat Springs and Vail. We take great pride in your safety and enjoyment of our rafting trips. We specialize in families, groups, teams, and other customized rafting from Steamboat Springs, Vail, & surrounding areas. Our company values are just two of the reasons guests return and refer us to their friends and family.