The Colorado Trail
The Colorado trail is 483 miles of outdoor adventure ground spanning from just southwest of Denver in Waterton Canyon to the Durango area. Traversing this trail will take you through 7 different national forests and across 5 different rivers. Currently the trail is broken down into 28 different segments, each with their own access point. […]
7 Fun Facts about the Stanley Hotel
The Stanley Hotel is located in Estes Park and is one of the most haunted hotels in the United States. With four hundred and twenty rooms, there is plenty of room for some awesome facts. It is mostly known for being the inspiration for the film The Shining. It is highly reported to have multiple hauntings and it […]
Kremmling Days
Kremmling Days is a family friendly event that is an annual get together of fun and games that celebrate tradition and culture. This host of festivities is currently celebrating “100 Years of Pioneers” June 17th through June 19th. It rejoices the heritage of Kremmling and its community. This long standing tradition includes the Fireman Games, home baked goods, live music, contests and even a […]
History of Rafting
Whitewater rafting has a pretty exciting history. As far as historians know, rafting began when the Nez Perce and other Native American tribes built rafts in Oregon and Idaho. Flowing through Oregon is the Columbia River. This river and its tributaries provided abundant fishing for the many tribes living along the water. Along Columbia’s largest […]
Best RV Parks in Colorado
Best RV Parks in Colorado Colorado is known for its stunning beauty and plethora of outdoor activities. One of the best ways to enjoy these activities in the summer is to take a trip throughout the state. RVs are a favorite way for many people to get the adventurous spirit of living on the road, […]
Best Hot Springs in Colorado
Natural hot springs are quite a luxury. Everybody like hot springs, especially after you’ve had a long day of whitewater rafting; hot, soothing waters are a nice change as opposed to cold river water. There is nothing bad about a natural hot tub formed into the ground that has natural healing properties derived from the ancient diffused minerals in the […]
Bachelor Party Ideas on the River
Bachelor Party Ideas on the River Rafting trips are an excellent idea for bachelor parties. If you are planning a bachelor party on the river, you will want to have a few other activities planned to fill in the space and put a bachelor party spin on the trip. Here are a few bachelor party […]
5 Signs You Should Quit Your Job and Become a River Guide
Believe it or not, the “Daily Grind” doesn’t have to mean going to work in a stressful and unhappy environment. If work is a daily commitment that is affecting your happiness, it may be time to reevaluate. Maybe you’re making more money than you know what to do with, but if you’re still unhappy and […]
How We’re Preparing for Opening Day
Spring and summer activities are just around the corner! Who loves the sunshine and playing in water? I know I sure do. Here at Colorado River Rentals, we just can’t wait for it. In preparation for the warm weather ahead we have been making all the preparation we possibly can to go from wild to […]
10 Best Outdoor Books for Kids
“Get em’ while they’re young” they always say. If you want your kids to love nature the same way you do, the best way of doing so is by immersing them in the joys of nature. This can go beyond personal experience for the kid and tales of your past adventures. Books are a great […]