River Cruises
For those interested in meeting up with other paddlers, Colorado Whitewater offers free river cruises arranged by volunteers. These trips allow you to step it up and try a new section of river with the support of experienced lead and sweeps who know that section. Or if you have a favorite run, then simply come along and have fun with a group of boaters! The trips are not a teaching or training exercise, and members who participate are responsible for their own conduct and safety.
Learn more about leading or participating on a cruise.
In order to participate in any cruise, you must be a CW member and sign a waiver.
To sign a CW waiver click here.
BECOME A CRUISE LEADER OR SWEEP: We can't do this without you! We are always looking for experienced boaters to lead or sweep a trip. Contact cruises@coloradowhitewater.org to add your River Cruise to the schedule or lead one listed below.
Disclaimer
Participation in Colorado Whitewater cruises, including leading and sweeping cruises, is voluntary, and all participants are responsible for their own safety and equipment. Participation in any CW activity requires a signed annual waiver acknowledging and assuming the risks associated with whitewater paddling, including serious injury or death.
Cruise Leads and Sweeps are fellow volunteers and are not professional guides, instructors, or safety personnel. They coordinate logistics and provide peer guidance as part of a group of self-reliant paddlers.
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2027 Cruise Schedule:
Please check back after the winter for upcoming 2027 river cruises.
In the meantime, join us for open pool sessions or learn about CW Training Camp, our first river major event of the season on May 21-23, 2027.
Past year cruise calendars