Towering palisades will engulf you as you paddle through Ruby and Horse Thief Canyons from Loma, CO to Westwater, UT on the Colorado River. You will find some of our most dramatic scenery and hiking in Mee and Knowles Canyons on this canoe trip. Your special treat includes paddling through two billion year-old stands of shiny granite sculpted by Colorado River water through the ages known as Black Rocks. Mostly flat water with possible small waves. No experience necessary; suitable for average fitness level.
May 24 - 25, 2025
Canoeing through Ruby and Horsethief Canyons on the Colorado River is an iconic way to see Western Colorado and Eastern Utah. This 2-day adventure is sure to exceed your expectations.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Jun 7 - 9, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Jun 14 - 16, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Jun 22 - 24, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Jun 28 - 30, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Jul 5 - 7, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Jul 12 - 14, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Jul 19 - 21, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. Come have fun on the river with our guides as you paddle and camp! We'll provide the games, food, and equipment! This is a great trip for families!
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Jul 26 - 28, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Aug 2 - 4, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Aug 9 - 11, 2025
This river section features majestic walls of red sandstone and offers some of the best canoeing in Colorado. You'll be amazed at stands of shiny granite sculpted by water through the ages while paddling or floating in your life jacket past the remnants of ancient metamorphic rock, called Black Rock.
Colorado River Canoeing
River
Beginner; Ages 6+; Kids Prices 6-12 yr.
Rating
Difficulty
Beginner: suitable for kids 6-12. Mostly flat water with possible small waves. No experience necessary and average fitness level required.
Ages
6-90+
When
Apr to mid-May & July - Oct
Section & Miles
Loma to Westwater 26 miles
Number of Days
2-3
Hiking
Yes
Nearest Town
Fruita, CO
Driving Distance from Denver
4 hours/250 miles
Number of Participants
up to 22 guests