Overview
This section of the Upper Colorado river is a great place to safely learn the basics of SUPing as you challenge yourself on rapids or choose to skirt certain ones. Beginning as snowmelt high in Rocky Mountain National Park, the Rockies give birth to the legendary Colorado River.
Downstream of the National Park, the river intensifies through the famed Class 5 “Gore Canyon”, but below, the river gentles where our Colorado River SUP trips begin.
Fire up with adrenaline on river rapids atop your SUP. Land on beaches and stretch. Stop at a riverside hot spring and warm up! You will paddle past scenic areas including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands, and steep canyon walls. This varied landscape is home to all kinds of wildlife, including bald eagles, deer, beaver, and big horn sheep.
We are proudly a smaller operation offering intimate Colorado adventures. Our stand up paddle board guides are highly trained, experienced, and state certified.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Splash jacket
Colorado Rafting Company guide, all safety gear, & stand up paddleboard are included
food, snacks, water, guide gratuity, insurance (trip, rescue, medical)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
**IMPORTANT MEETING LOCATION NOTE** DON'T GO TO SILVERTHORNE. Meet at our boathouse, Colorado Rafting Company, at Rancho Del Rio, 4199 Trough Road, Bond, CO 80423. Call a day before for detailed meetup instructions.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
DON'T GO TO SILVERTHORNE. Meet at Colorado Rafting Company's boathouse at Rancho del Rio, 4199 Trough Road, Bond, Colorado.
What to expect
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Rancho Del Rio
Take on the beautiful and pristine Upper Colorado River on this fully-guided SUP adventure. Paddle boarding on flat water is a blast, but add some current and whitewater and take it to a new level of fun. We start out in a calm river section to improve our balance and then progress down river with many learning opportunities on the way. Beginners welcome. All SUP trips depart with our 1/2 Day Rafting Trips.
Conveniently located to Winter Park and Breckenridge, Silverthorne, and Dillon, Upper Colorado River Rafting provides mild Class I-II rapids and occasional Class III rapids at higher water flow for a bigger challenge. Participants must be at least 12 years old.
Mid-June to early July is traditionally the high-water season. When the river runs at its peak, it can be a big ride. Most people enjoy normal runs in May, then mid-July through all September.
Itinerary
Meet at our Rancho Del Rio boathouse at 4199 Trough Rd, Bond, CO 80423
Trips leave 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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Denver).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
FAQs about Stand Up Paddle Board Colorado River Adventure: Guided Half Day
Can I cancel Stand Up Paddle Board Colorado River Adventure: Guided Half Day for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
**IMPORTANT MEETING LOCATION NOTE** DON'T GO TO SILVERTHORNE. Meet at our boathouse, Colorado Rafting Company, at Rancho Del Rio, 4199 Trough Road, Bond, CO 80423.
What's included?
- Splash jacket
- Colorado Rafting Company guide, all safety gear, & stand up paddleboard are included
What's not included?
- food, snacks, water, guide gratuity, insurance (trip, rescue, medical)
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Operated by Colorado Adventure Guides
