About Your Adventure
One of our most popular stand up paddleboard & kayak trips! This half day Island Tour is perfect for families, corporate outings, or the beginner to get their feet wet. This tour takes you on a paddle adventure around the many lake islands on Dillon Reservoir and is protected within the Frisco Bay area. Escape the crowds! With stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, small islands, and a protected shoreline, you can’t ask for a better area to paddle. These tours depart daily. We recommend selecting the earliest available time because afternoon weather is more variable. Group and private tours available. All equipment provided, just bring your swimsuit, a towel, sunscreen, and hydration.
Itinerary
- Meet at our Silverthorne Headquarters
- Trips morning or afternoon
- Gear up & meet your guide(s)
- Shuttle ride to nearby Dillon Reservoir
- Lake time touring with guides/instructors
- Return to HQ
Trip Package Includes
- Colorado Rafting Company professional SUP & Kayak guides
- All safety, kayaking & SUPing equipment
- Transportation from designated meeting place to the put-in
- A safe, fun, and educational experience.
- Length: Half-Day
Trip Package Does Not Include
- Lodging
- Clothing (See recommended gear below)
- Insurance (Trip or Rescue)
- Instructor gratuity
Area Info
Lake Dillon
Lakes around Summit County are stunning places to how to use a stand up paddleboard or to enjoy by kayak. Float and paddle below dramatic mountains and pristine shores filled with pines, wildflowers, and wildlife.
About Your Guides
Colorado Adventure Guides and Colorado Rafting Company, based in Silverthorne, CO, deliver four seasons of outdoor adventure and education. With operations in seven USFS and BLM ranger districts, we serve a dynamic and growing population of outdoor enthusiasts. Our all-season, guided operations include:
- Rock Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Hiking/Peak Accents
- Mountain Biking
- Whitewater Rafting/SUPing/Kayaking
- Backcountry Skiing
- Backcountry Splitboarding
- Snowshoeing
- Ice Climbing
- AIARE Snow Safety
We have been providing incredible experiences to visitors of Summit County and surrounding areas for over 20 years. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned expert, let us take you on your next unforgettable outdoor adventure!
FAQs
Do I need any prior training to participate in this course?
No prior training or experience is necessary to sign up for this trip.
Is there a minimum age?
We typically accept participants 12 years old an up on a SUP, and 6 years or older in a kayak if they are accompanied by a legal guardian. You must be 18 years or older to attend a trip on your own.
When Can I Learn to SUP in Colorado?
May through September, weather-dependent early and late season. Weather is very unpredictable, so book a date that best suits the group and be prepared for the unexpected. There really is no bad time to kayak or SUP in Colorado.
What To Wear Rafting/SUPing/Kayaking in Colorado?
Avoid cotton clothing, as it tends to get wet and stay wet – not to mention taking valuable warmth from your body’s surface. For kayaking or SUPing, bathing suits and shorts are recommended with comfortable, secure footwear. Towels are best kept in your vehicles and don’t do you much good on the lake because there is no way to keep them dry. Your best bets are wool, polypro, fleece, micro fleece, polyester, waterproof jackets, and any other outdoor material that dries fast. Space is very limited on your kayak or SUP, so bring to what you can wear. Personal flotation devices (PFDs) are included. If you have any questions please call us so that you know what to expect and can plan accordingly.
What Should We Bring on a Rafting/SUPing/Kayaking Trip?
Please see our equipment lists for activity specific gear. For kayaking or SUPing you will want to bring a few towels to leave in your car; you’ll be happy to have something to dry off with after your adventure. Bring a change of dry clothes to leave in your car. Our basecamps offer changing rooms so you can be comfortable after your lesson. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, sunglasses straps, and hats that protect from the sun. Bring water. Remember, you’re in the Colorado Rockies, and it’s important to stay hydrated!
Should We Tip Our Guide?
Your guide/instructors work hard before, during, and after your course to provide you with a great experience, and while not expected, gratuities are always highly appreciated. If you had a safe, educational, and fun experience, gratuities typically range from 15-20%.