Scenic Float Full Day

Experience the natural beauty of the Colorado River on our Full Day Upper Colorado Full Day Scenic Float trip! You’ll paddle a gently flowing section of the Colorado River that is inviting to all ages, encountering a few small class II rapids, as you wind through the Gore Range and mountain ranch land.

Our Full Day Scenic Float departs from the small town of Kremmling and quickly immerses you in Colorado’s wilderness! With time to swim and sunbathe, our float trip provides a fun and relaxing adventure experience, perfect for families and kids ages 2 and up.

Trip Highlights

What to Expect

• Full-day scenic float trip on 11-14 miles of the beautiful Upper Colorado River
• The chance to relax amidst stunning scenery
• Paddle smaller class II rapids
• Breaks to sunbathe or swim
• Deli-style lunch provided by your guides
• The opportunity to individualize your trip- members of your group are able to choose from a raft, stand-up paddleboard, or inflatable kayak

Trip Itinerary

• Meet with your guide at our Kremmling outpost
• Gear up for your float trip
• Shuttle to the start of your float trip
• Spend the morning on the water, relaxing and paddle
• Break for a deli style riverside lunch
• Hit the water for more floaty fun in the afternoon
• Return to our Kremmling outpost

Who will love this trip?

• Families with kids as young as 2
• Groups looking for a relaxing full-day adventure
• Nature lovers hoping to enjoy some of Colorado’s most majestic scenery

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