Upper Colorado River Half-Day Float Trip near Kremmling

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

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Step away from the beaten path and check out what Colorado has to offer. This trip begins at Pumphouse campgrounds and flows downstream 5.5 miles through several class I-II rapids and one exciting class III rapid. This run casts a unique backdrop and is a favorite among commercial and private boaters alike. The “Upper-C” is a true gem of the Colorado Rockies.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All necessary rafting equipment

What To Expect

Take a ride on the Headwaters of the Colorado River, the life-blood of the American West. This is an epic adventure for ages 3 and up. Guests here will experience majestic canyon views and class II rapids as the Colorado River cuts through the Rocky Mountains on its way to the Grand Canyon. Lucky visitors may spot Bald Eagles, Elk, Deer, Bighorn Sheep, or Bear as they journey downstream through this mighty watershed.

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Upper Colorado River Half-Day Float Trip near Kremmling

Reviews

4.93

46 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great rafting experience
friesian27,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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!
Senior citizen enjoys float trip!
ijr103,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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.
Wonderful day on the river with Ody!
Laura D,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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.)
Upper Colorado
Kelly R,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fun trip down river. Pretty calm water most of the way except for a couple small rapids. Would recommend if in area.
Perfect Family Rafting Trip!
blairc349,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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!
Scenic, fun raft trip
s2kredhead,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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.
10/10
Theresa P,
Aug 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great first time rafting a river trip! The Colorado River is beautiful! The guide was fun, lots of stories, was very good at being a guide! We loved this adventure! Can’t wait to do intermediate next time!
Rafting Trip - Top Notch
Tammy T,
Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing experience! The crew was top notch, the scenery gorgeous. Great experience for all ages. We will be back!!
Fantastic Time!
Debbie V,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had so much fun on this whitewater rafting adventure! Dez was our guide and she made the experience really fun and also informative. She was so helpful when we decided to jump off the small cliff. (We are seniors) A truly great time!
Great rafting down the Colorado river - you know, the one that formed the Grand Canyon!
garycH6178BB,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic rafting trip with Downstream Adventures in Kremmling, CO, close to Breckenridge, Frisco and Silverthorne. Our guide, Dez, was superb! She not only navigated the raft perfectly, she was an encyclopedia of knowledge about the section of the Colorado river that we were on. She was constantly telling us about the river and the mountains we were rafting through, including the Lower Gore Canyon, which was indescribable in its beauty. Dez even pointed out 2 bald eagles sitting in a tall pine tree for us. This rafting trip was an easy float. Anyone from about 10-70 can do it. This part of the Colorado had just enough Class 2 and 3 rapids to make it tremendously fun, otherwise the trip had an easy float down relatively smooth water which was just fine - it allowed us to soak in the beauty of the place. Downstream Adventure’s office/store is understated and in the small town of Kremmling. It’s a family run business. Don’t be misled by its demure appearance, it’s a first class operation that provides fun and memorable rafting trips.