Paddling in Steamboat Springs

Kayak, raft, and SUP — club paddles, pool sessions, and the whitewater fest.

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Whitewater Kayak & SUP Lessons

Mountain Sports Kayak School

Daily in season · lessons, tours & rentals

Mountain Sports Kayak School, 800 S Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs

Beginner-friendlyPaidSummer

Beginner-focused whitewater-kayak and SUP lessons on the Yampa, plus tours and 24-hour rentals.

Paddling⚠ Needs verification

Kayak & SUP Lessons

Bucking Rainbow Outfitters

Seasonal lessons, guided trips & rentals

Yampa River, Steamboat Springs

Beginner-friendlyPaidSummer

Lessons, guided trips, kids’ summer camps, and rentals on the Yampa and beyond.

Paddling⚠ Needs verification

Yampa River Festival Races

Friends of the Yampa

Annual · downriver & slalom kayak/SUP races, spring

Yampa River, downtown Steamboat Springs

Cost variesShoulder season

A community celebration of the Yampa with kayak and SUP races, downriver and slalom events.