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Upper Colorado River: Half-Day Float Trip
4.9
50 Ratings
Kremmling
Experience the thrill of the Upper Colorado River on a half-day float trip. Navigate class I-II rapids and one exhilarating class III rapid while enjoying the stunning backdrop of the Colorado Rockies.
Experience the thrill of the Upper Colorado River on a half-day float trip. Navigate class I-II rapids and one exhilarating class III rapid while enjoying the stunning backdrop of the Colorado Rockies.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pumphouse Recreation Area - Embark on a journey along the Headwaters of the Colorado River, the vital artery of the American West. This grand adventure is suitable for ages 3 and up. Visitors will be treated to stunning canyon vistas and class II rapids as the Colorado River carves its path through the Rocky Mountains en route to the Grand Canyon….
- Pumphouse Recreation Area - Embark on a journey along the Headwaters of the Colorado River, the vital artery of the American West. This grand adventure is suitable for ages 3 and up. Visitors will be treated to stunning canyon vistas and class II rapids as the Colorado River carves its path through the Rocky Mountains en route to the Grand Canyon. Fortunate travelers might catch glimpses of Bald Eagles, Elk, Deer, Bighorn Sheep, or Bear as they navigate downstream through this powerful watershed.
What's Included
- All essential rafting equipment included
- All essential rafting equipment included
Additional Information
Venture off the common trails and explore the gifts of Colorado. This journey kicks off at Pumphouse campgrounds, extending 5.5 miles downstream, encountering several class I-II rapids and one thrilling class III rapid along the way. This route creates a singular setting and is popular with both commercial and private boaters. The “Upper-C” is a genuine treasure of the Colorado Rockies.
Venture off the common trails and explore the gifts of Colorado. This journey kicks off at Pumphouse campgrounds, extending 5.5 miles downstream, encountering several class I-II rapids and one thrilling class III rapid along the way. This route creates a singular setting and is popular with both commercial and private boaters. The “Upper-C” is a genuine treasure of the Colorado Rockies.
Location
200 Park Ave
Park Avenue
We ask that our guests arrive no later than 15-30 minutes prior to trip time in order to check in and sign waivers.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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Scott_b
Jul 7, 2026
Enjoyable River float on the Upper Colorado kid friendly - Knowledgeable, friendly crew….route was perfect for our family of 10…..2 grown kids, spouses & 4 grandkids (ages 3 to 10)
Our guide/owner Ryan was outstanding ….kept things safe but the kids lived the “fast” water ….very scenic route…
Would highly recommend tour….especially perfect
For your members of our group …..
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George_s
Jul 6, 2026
Great Family Experience - This is a very easy class 1 & 2 rafting trip. This is perfect for beginners or family that doesn’t want anything too rough.
Kaelin, our guide, was sweet, informative and engaged with all the kids. She was knowledgeable and don’t let her size fool you, she can do her job.
I would definitely do it again.
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Denise_g
Jun 16, 2026
What a way to start the day - What a fabulous way to spend a morning. Was our first time rafting and our tour guide Kahlee (?) was excellent!!! Was sorry to see this tour end. The other guide (I'm so bad at names) was awesome too, and he shared informative stories with the entire group. Would recommend this for anyone. Thanks for the beautiful morning rafting trip in such beautiful country!!! Is definitely a must do if in the area.
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Friesian27
Sep 27, 2025
Great rafting experience - My son and I had SO MUCH FUN on this rafting trip. We stopped at a natural hot spring and went cliff jumping (optional of course!). Our guide Johnny was awesome. We would absolutely book with this company again!
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Ijr103
Sep 16, 2025
Senior citizen enjoys float trip! - Downstream Adventures has a couple engaging, professional, entertaining guides. We went on a pretty calm float trip with a few rapids. We did stop near a cliff where we were invited to climb and then jump into the river. Watching was fun.
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Laura
Aug 30, 2025
Wonderful day on the river with Ody! - Earlier this month my family went on the 1/2 day Upper Colorado rafting trip. We had a large group, 11 people, ranging in age from 5 to 77. Everyone had a blast! Our guide Ody was phenomenal, helping make sure we all had a good time and made it safely down the river. Because we had some kids in our group they were able to fit us all in one boat, although we didn't all have paddles. The scenery was top notch, and it was just the right level of excitement. For those ready for a little more thrill, there is an optional cliff jump! Everyone was ready to go back another time and try the full day trip. If you're looking for a rafting experience, I'd highly encourage you to book with this family run business, and ask for Ody! (Another highlight from our trip, on the drive back to the shop, the driver spotted a black bear close to the road in the trees. We pulled over for a few minutes and everyone had a chance to spot the bear and watch it run through a meadow.)
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Kelly_r
Aug 25, 2025
Upper Colorado - Fun trip down river. Pretty calm water most of the way except for a couple small rapids. Would recommend if in area.
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Blairc349
Aug 20, 2025
Perfect Family Rafting Trip! - This was great trip for family! Ody’s an incredible guide who was knowledgeable, kept us safe, and made sure we had a ton of fun!
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S2kredhead
Aug 17, 2025
Scenic, fun raft trip - Our group did the afternoon Upper Colorado, which combines chill floating through gorgeous scenery and a handful of low-level Class III rapids. Dez was friendly and efficient checking us in, and our guide Ody was very knowledgeable about the wildlife, history, and surroundings of the river. We stopped at a cliff jumping spot and many people had a blast jumping off! Highly recommend for a relaxing but fun raft trip.
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899jerryd
Jul 16, 2026
Enjoyed the trip - Our guide was great (only female but I unfortunately forget her name) and really enjoyed the trip. The reason I gave a 4 instead of 5 was because from the meeting time until we were back at our cars was 3.5 hours but only about 1.5 hours was actual rafting time. The rest was getting equipment, 20 minute ride to drop off, safety talk and then 30 minute ride back to our cars. Understand the equipment piece and safety talk are necessary, but 50 minutes of transportation time was not apparent in the writeup.
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