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Upper Colorado River Little Gore Canyon -
Pre-Trip Information
Here's How to Find US!
Here's What You Need to Know
Please share with everyone in your group. If you have any
questions or need additional information call us at 1-800-462-7238.
DEPARTURE and RETURN TIMES
Please arrive 30-45
minutes before your trip departure time -
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Trip |
Departs |
Returns |
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2 Day |
9:30 am |
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
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Full-Day |
9:30 am |
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
WHERE TO MEET
Pumphouse Recreation Area - From
the West, take I-70 to Exit #157 on to Hwy 131 toward Wolcott/Steamboat
Springs. Take the first right turn after crossing the river. Take this road
13.9 miles to the Pumphouse Recreation Area. You will see our vehicle in the
parking lot. From the East, Take I-70 to Exit #205 on to Hwy. 9 at
Silverthorne. Go 34.1 miles north toward Kremmling. Watch for the Pumphouse
Recreation Site sign and turn left onto the dirt road. This turn is just before
Hwy. 9 cuts through a ridge of rock and begins to drop down to the Colorado
River. Go 10.5 miles on this dirt road to the Pumphouse turnoff. Turn right and
go 1.3 miles to the end of the road.
We suggest you use a Colorado state map and plan for delays.
Directions to your meeting point at Pumphouse Recreation
Area
Check the raod map link above. (Road Map- Upper Colorado
River Area)
WHAT TO BRING
- Swimming Suit and/or Shorts - Do Not Wear Cotton on the
River (no jeans or sweats)
- Wetsuit (available to rent)
- Splash Jacket (available to rent)
- Booties (available to rent) Tennis Shoes or Sandals (no
flip-flops or Crocs)
- Sunglasses with Securing Strap
- Hat or Visor
- Fleece Jacket or Synthetic Insulating Layer
- Waterproof Sunscreen
- Waterproof Camera (available for sale)
- Cash for Souvenirs and Tipping Your Guide
- Water Bottle (If you don't want to share)
CAMP GEAR
- Warm Sleeping Bag / Ground Pad (available to rent)
- Nylon Tent (available to rent)
- Warm Jacket
- Rain Jacket or Poncho
- Lightweight Boots or Tennis Shoes
- Change of Clothes and Small Towel
- Toiletries
- Headlamp or Flashlight
- Plastic Bag for Wet Clothes
- Favorite Beverage (Beer or Soda)
- Favorite Book or Toy
WE PROVIDE
- Meals from Lunch on the First Day Through Lunch on the
Last Day
- Lemonade and Water with Meals and Hot Drinks in Camp
- Personal Waterproof Storage Bags
- All Kitchen & Group Camping Equipment
- Transportation Back to Your Car at the End of the Trip
- Professional Guides
- Rafting and Safety Equipment
- Portable Chemical Toilets
- Lots of Fun!
AVAILABLE RENTALS
- Wetsuit - $10/day (booties free with 2-day rental)
- Splash Jacket - $5/day
- Wetsuit Booties - $5/day
- 2-Man Tent - $17/trip
- Sleeping Bag w/ Ground Pad - $15/trip
- Self-Inflating Ground Pad Only - $4/trip
ORIENTATION: Prior to boarding
your raft, you will receive a complete safety orientation.
WATERPROOF
BAG: We will issue you a backpack style waterproof bag to pack your
personal gear in. The bag is 3.2 cubic feet (about the size of a duffel bag).
You will carry your own waterproof bags and personal liquor / drinks down a
trail to the put-in, which is approximately one mile. Please let us know in
advance if you have physical limitations to carrying your own bag. Group
camping gear and boats are carried to the river on horses the day before your
trip.
LIABILITY RELEASE: Everyone will be required to sign a
liability release form prior to trip departure. Youths not riding with their
parents will need to provide a copy of our youth liability release signed by
one or both parents. You can download a copy of our liability release
downloaded
here.
RIVER TIME: The first day of the trip we are usually on the
water by 10:30-11:00 am. The following days we are usually ready to be on the
water by 9 am. We pull into camp between 3:30 and 5 pm, depending on water
levels and amount of playtime. During the day we will pull over to scout
rapids, eat lunch, and explore points of interest.
MEALS: We provide
fresh hearty meals starting with lunch on the first day through lunch on the
last day. Special diets can be accommodated upon request. Remember we provide
only lemonade and water. If you would like to bring your own drinks in metal or
plastic containers, please feel free. We will provide a place to carry them.
CAMPING CONDITIONS:All campsites are primitive-no plumbing or
electricity. We provide a portable chemical toilet for use in camp. You may
wash in the river.
TIPPING: Tipping is appropriate, particularly if
you have received exceptional customer service. If you believe that a tip is
appropriate we recommend an average tip of 10%-20% of your trip cost. We always
appreciate hearing from you so that we can recognize extraordinarily customer
service and we also appreciate hearing from you if you feel that there are
areas that we can improve upon. We strive to exceed your
expectations!
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: We do not provide alcohol on our
trips, and alcohol is not permitted while on the river. On multi-day trips you
may bring alcohol for consumption in camp but it must be in plastic or metal
containers (no glass).Guests that have been drinking prior to their trip will
not go on the river and will not receive a refund.
NON-SWIMMERS:
Many of our participants cannot swim. We provide U.S. Coast Guard approved
personal floatation devices designed to float you face-up in whitewater.
Personal floatation devices are required to be worn at all times.
DAY
GEAR: Each raft will carry a waterproof bag for your rain gear and small
items that you may need during the day.
DRINKING WATER: We carry
drinking water on each raft. If you don't wish to share with others, feel free
to bring your own water bottle.
SOUVENIR T-SHIRTS AND HATS: These
items will be available for sale at the conclusion of your trip.
ALTITUDE: You will be rafting at altitudes between 5000 and 6000
feet. Most people don't have serious problems here, but shortness of breath and
dehydration are possible. Come a day or two early to acclimatize yourself if
you can. We recommend that you drink plenty of water during your
stay.
FISHING: Feel free to bring fishing gear! If there is space on
an oar boat, you may fish from the raft even if you aren't on a "fishing only"
trip. You may also fish at lunchtime and in camp. A lightweight rod is best for
these 6-22 inch trout. 4-6 lb. test line is best. Bring several lures, as they
tend to snag out of reach occasionally. Old standby lures include silver and
brass colored #1, #2, or 1/6 oz. "Blue Foxes" and "Mepps" brands. You will need
a Colorado fishing license, available at sporting goods and hardware stores.
Licenses can be purchased for terms of 2 days or more.
LITTER: Please
keep in mind that on our trip we will carry out all of our trash and whatever
other trash we may find as we travel down the river. We appreciate your
assistance in keeping the river clean and beautiful.
PREGNANCY: We
cannot take you rafting if you are pregnant. This is for your own safety and
that of your unborn child.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel more
than 10 days prior to trip departure, we will refund all of your deposit less a
$50/person cancellation fee; if you cancel less than 10 days prior to trip
departure, there is no refund. We reserve the right to reschedule, move or
cancel any trip due to insufficient reservations or poor water
levels.
TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE: Allows you to cancel all or part
of your trip up to 48 hours prior to departure without penalty. The cost is
$9.00/person/day. If you must cancel with less than 48 hours notice, but more
than 24 hours before departure, we can issue a gift certificate good for next
year's season. Insurance must be purchased for every member of the group at the
time of your deposit.
LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS
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MOTELS |
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BED AND BREAKFASTS |
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Bob's Western Motel |
970-724-3266 |
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Mountain Breeze B & B |
970-724-3861 |
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Cliffside Inn |
877-254-3374 |
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CAMPING/CABINS |
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Elktrout Lodge |
800-722-3343 |
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Alpine RV Park |
970-724-9655 |
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Hotel Eastin |
800-546-0815 |
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Red Mountain RV Park |
877-375-9593 |
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Modern Hotel |
970-724-9341 |
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River of Life Cabins |
866-724-9559 |
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE |
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North Park Chamber of Commerce |
877-573-4260 |
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