Meal Planning for your Overnight Rafting Trip
So, planning an overnight rafting trip? There are a lot of important things to pack and plan, including your meals. Here are a few hacks for packing and planning for your riverside meals. Store eggs in a water bottle. Rather than packing whole eggs that could break and, not only run all over everything, but also […]
Day Hikes Near Denver
When arriving into Denver most people on vacation are eager to get out and enjoy nature. One of the best ways to do this is to go out on a day hike. There are numerous areas to be explored with a variety of trail lengths and difficulties. Whether you are a novice hiker or have […]
Tips for Camping in the Rain
It’s finally here—your big end-of-summer camping trip you’ve been looking forward to all year. You’ve prepped all the gear, food, and fun for the next few days. One last weather check and you’ll be ready to go. Then you see it—a big black storm cloud in the forecast. Thunderstorms can put a damper on any […]
Best Seasonal Beers for your Fall Camping Trip
Fall has arrived in the Rocky Mountains. We’re dusting off our big coats, spotting the first snowflakes and packing heavy for our weekend camping trips. If you are looking for a great beer to enjoy by the campfire, here are some of our favorite seasonal beers for fall. Death By Coconut – Oskar Blues Brewery, […]
Colorado’s Best Live Music Venues
The music scene in Colorado is fresh and updated with some of the best venues for a range of ages. Red Rocks is hands down the most amazing venue in the country, but maybe I am biased. The Ogden located in Denver is a unique venue with big names still playing. Located in Boulder, Colorado right […]
How to Prepare for Your First Unguided Raft Trip
There are few Colorado adventures quite as exciting as an unguided river rafting trip. However, making sure that your first time out is an enjoyable experience can often pose concern. For those who have never had the opportunity to take an unguided rafting adventure, here are some tips to properly prepare. 1) Be aware of […]
Reasons You Should Learn Fly Fishing this Fall
Now that the warm summer days are getting shorter and the weather is getting cooler, you know fall is upon us! This means that river levels are dropping fast, rafting is coming to an end and fly fishing is about to heat back up. Fall fly fishing is highly considered the best season for fly […]
The Best Rafting for Fall
Fall in the Rocky Mountains is a truly magical time. The leaves begin to change, temperatures begin to drop and the crisp and cool air starts to smell of winter. If you are like most other outdoor enthusiasts who visit or live here in mountains then it’s likely you will want to squeeze as many outdoor activities in before the snow flies. Luckily here at Colorado River Rentals we […]
The Best Places for Tubing in Colorado
For those looking for a mild yet cool escape from the hot Colorado sun, river tubing or floating can be a great activity. With inexpensive rates and flexible time options, river tubing is often a go to family fun activity for Rocky Mountain tourists and locals alike. Here are some great Colorado locations to rent […]
All About Evergreen, CO
West of Colorado’s state capital and just south of the rich mining town of Idaho Springs lies the beautiful town of Evergreen. Formerly utilized as a hunting ground for Ute and Arapahoe tribes, Evergreen became a homestead in 1860 and has flourished ever since. Today, Evergreen has a rich cultural history and is a gateway […]