Raft Masters

Raft Masters takes a different approach than the larger outfitters. As a family-owned operation, they deliberately keep group sizes smaller, which means more paddle time, more personal attention from guides, and a more authentic river experience. If you've ever felt lost in a crowd at a bigger operation, Raft Masters is the antidote. Their specialty is making first-timers feel comfortable while still delivering genuine adventure. The guides have an almost magical ability to read guests—knowing when to dial up the excitement and when to hang back and let the scenery speak for itself. Many families return year after year, watching their kids graduate from the mellow sections to tackling bigger rapids. The half-day Bighorn Sheep Canyon trip is their bread and butter—Class II-III rapids that are accessible but still thrilling. For groups wanting more, the full-day trips include a riverside lunch where guides break out tablecloths, fresh-made sandwiches, and surprisingly good coffee brewed on a camp stove. Raft Masters also offers multi-day camping trips for those who want to truly immerse themselves in river life. These expeditions combine rafting with overnight camping on riverside sandbars, campfire cooking, and stargazing under some of the darkest skies in Colorado. It's an experience that's increasingly hard to find in our connected world.