Canoeing · Colorado
Canoeing in Colorado
1 outfitter across Colorado. Ratings, hours, contact details and a map for each, all in one place.
Named lakes and reservoirs
4,606
Rated 4.5+ on Google
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Best season
Jun to Sep
Operators
Canoeing operators
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Lakes
Lakes to canoe in Colorado
- Named lakes in Colorado
- 1,462
- Reservoirs
- 3,144
Largest by area
- Navajo Reservoir15,363 acres
- Blue Mesa Reservoir8,944 acres
- Ruedi Reservoir1,031 acres
- Steamboat Lake968 acres
- Cheesman Lake885 acres
Source: USGS Geographic Names Information System.
Resources
More to explore in Canoeing
Hand-picked videos and free guides from the community to help you plan your next trip.
Videos worth watching
Hand-picked clips, sorted by what you do.
How to Canoe | 3 Key Strokes All Paddlers Should Know
PaddleTV
Learning To Paddle: Episode 1 Basic Canoe Paddle Strokes
Old Town
How to Develop Good Technique for Paddling a Canoe
PaddleTV
Golden Rules of Canoeing | How to Stay Safe on the Water
PaddleTV
How to Paddle a Canoe
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Canoe Paddle Strokes with Northern Tier
Northern Tier High Adventure
Guides worth reading
Trip briefs, prep checklists, and how-tos. Free to read.
Canoe Camping Trip Planning: A 5-Step Guide to Multi-Day River Trips
Jul 2026
How to Paddle Moving Water: Ferry, Eddy Turn & Peel Out Safely
Jul 2026
Whitewater Kayaking for Beginners: Class II-III Guide
Jul 2026
Best SUP Paddleboarding Spots: Lakes, Rivers & Coastal Destinations
Jul 2026
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