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Professional backcountry outfitter & guide service in Colorado

Based in beautiful Silverthorne, Colorado Adventure Guides has been sharing Colorado’s mountains with guests since 1994. As a locally owned, four-season outfitter and backcountry education provider, we are committed to safety, learning, and unforgettable experiences in every season.

From rafting three of Colorado’s iconic rivers to hikingclimbingskiing, and peak ascents, our passionate team creates adventures for all ages and experience levels. As Colorado’s leading avalanche education provider, we combine expert training with personal service, treating every client like family and investing in the resources and development of our guides.

A love of the outdoors and dedication to high-quality experiences has shaped Colorado Adventure Guides into what it is today. It is an honor to share our backyard with guests and act as stewards of our mountain environment. Adventure is calling- let’s go!

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Guided Adventures in Colorado

Colorado Adventure Guides offers a wide variety of guided summer adventures in the Central Colorado region. Paddle down one of the most scenic stretches of the Colorado River, turn some dirt up on a mountain bike trail, top out on a local climbing rock crag, enjoy a hike to one of our many alpine lakes, or summit a mountain on one of our guided peak ascents.

Choose more than one adventure outing and get 15% off the second! Our experienced and friendly guides are standing by to show you a great time in the Rocky Mountains.

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Colorado Adventure Guides, locally owned for over 20 years, offers year-round guided adventures and backcountry courses. Our passionate, tight-knit team lives and plays here, sharing unforgettable Colorado experiences with everyone from first-timers to seasoned pros.

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AIARE Level 1,2, & Rescue Courses

Colorado Adventure Guides delivers a full range of avalanche safety courses and backcountry education programs in Summit County, CO. Our certified instructors create an approachable, engaging learning environment for every level—whether you’re taking your AIARE 1, AIARE 2, AIARE Rescue or an AIARE Avalanche Refresher course.

If you’re new to the Colorado backcountry, we’ve got you covered. Start with our 1-day Intro to Backcountry Skiing or Splitboarding courses, then explore our full lineup of offerings on the Backcountry Education page.

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Winter Backcountry Trips

Guided Backcountry Adventures in Colorado

Colorado Adventure Guides are the premier outfitter for winter backcountry adventures in Colorado. Winter in Colorado is a magical time and we want to show you how to experience it the right way, outside of the ski resort! Live life beyond the resort and join us for an unforgettable backcountry ski or splitboarding adventure.

We offer activities that fit the whole family from mellow snowshoeing to winter peak ascents. Our team of knowledgeable and friendly backcountry guides are here to show your group a true Colorado backcountry experience.

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Winter and Summer Gear Rentals

Colorado Adventure Guides offers top of the line backcountry gear for year round adventures. We have established relationships with premier backcountry partners to bring you the best rental gear for your adventure including backcountry ski/splitboard rentals, ice and rock climbing gear, and river gear including stand up paddleboards. We are your one-stop shop for adventure in Colorado.

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Karmen Wilkinson
9 September 2026
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We went rafting on the lower gorge on September 2nd. Our guide was Tanner. He was very informative and entertaining.
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Amanda
9 September 2026
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Ryan taught our two children how to rock climb. Both children said they had a great time. Ryan was a clear communicator, patient and encouraging. We all had a great time and hope to return in the future!
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Ryan Kelly
8 September 2026
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We had a great time with our two daughters. Tanner did a great job of making us feel safe like he was in control the whole time but also thrilling throwing in spins and moves that made our girls laugh. Highly recommend.
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Pam Jones
7 September 2026
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Climbed Mt. Baldy in Breck with Chase Duckworth and had a great time! Chase researched in preparation for another hike we are doing and compared and contrasted.
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Gordie Beittenmiller
30 August 2026
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As a 60-something looking to do Quandary Peak, CO Adventure Guides provided me with a wealth of prep and guidance. As a result I was well prepared and equipped for climb. Guide Ethan Cain was excellent. Knowledgeable, steady, patient with my pace, friendly, very positive. I will look for Ethan on future outings with CO Adventure Guides. Thanks !
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James B
30 August 2026
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Great Guided Climb on Quandary Peak in Colorado As a 60-something looking to do Quandary Peak, CO Adventure Guides provided me with a wealth of prep and guidance. As a result I was well prepared and equipped for climb. Guide Ethan Cain was excellent. Knowledgeable, steady, patient with my pace, friendly, very positive. I will look for Ethan on future outings with CO Adventure Guides. Thanks !
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Becky Resch
29 August 2026
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Keith was an incredible guide and trooper! He encouraged us throughout our Grays and Torreys 10 mile hike with 4800 ft. of elevation gain. He was never without a smile through it all. I would highly recommend him and Colorado Adventure Guides for your next outdoor adventure!
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matt fine
27 August 2026
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Tanner Bronson chase were awesome and we had a blast and will definitely go back for more! Thanks guys
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Dave Long
24 August 2026
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Fantastic ride with Justin! Weather was perfect. Justin was very focused on our safety balanced with a few challenges. He was very encouraging and knowledgeable. Cool to learn that he leads water adventures and backcountry skiing as well . Good guy great adventure
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Rainer Wünstel
23 August 2026
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Jarred and the team were awesome and took care of everyone in our group. Did some fun Team-building exercises as well. Highly recommended.
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Laurie Jellison
22 August 2026
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Tanner and Brandon were a lot of fun today on rafting! They made sure everyone had a great time, very professional and very good jokes. Great for all ages!
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Ann
22 August 2026
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We went rafting with Tanner today and he was awesome !!! Super knowledgeable and had a great demeanor. Would love to come back and do another trip. Also Tanners jokes were HILARIOUS. Our trip had some great views and even greater times.
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Ronnie Delgado
21 August 2026
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Had a great experience. Tanner was great guide, big fan of his duck jokes.
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Liam Sabot
21 August 2026
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Had an awesome rafting trip with Tanner. Would highly recommend!
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William Mehle
21 August 2026
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Tanner did an incredible job as a river guide. The whole experience was super fun !
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lorena morris
21 August 2026
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We had a wonderful time rock climbing. Perry was AMAZING! was a fantastic day. My Kids can't wait to come back
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Bob Eulberg
15 August 2026
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Perry was an excellent guide! He was patient and encouraging with my 9 year old son, and answered all my questions. He showed us both the basic knots, and me the belay technique. All while explaining the safety protocols and supplying the necessary equipment. Would definitely recommend and use again.
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Amy LaDow
13 August 2026
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We had an amazing rock climbing tour with Colorado Adventure Guides and Perry, our guide. They checked in the day before the tour to ask questions that helped them determine our abilities to match the best climbing location. Perry was a great guide! His knowledge of the area and the climb features made for a great day for our family. I wouldn’t hesitate to book another climbing tour or any of the activities that are offered!
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Trevor Flanigan
9 August 2026
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Our tour guide Tails was great, the rafting down the Colorado river at Rio Del Rancho was amazing!
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Amy Donahue
7 August 2026
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Perry was our guide. He was fantastic with our kids. We were a group of 4 beginner climbers and he took us to a great spot that was challenging but we were all able to climb successfully. Perry was patient and also really great at teaching us techniques to use as we climbed. We will definitely be back and hope to have him as our guide again.
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Chris Rourk
7 August 2026
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Great rafting experience for people with not much rafting experience. The guides were all knowledgeable and friendly, and our guide Chase was the best of them. He deserves a pay raise!
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Amy D
7 August 2026
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Highlight of our vacation. We booked a half day climb with Perry. He was fantastic. We are a family of 4, 2 adults and 2 kids (10 & 13 yo). We are beginner climbers and we had a great time. The routes were challenging but not too hard that we weren’t all able to get to the top. Perry as a guide and instructor was great. He was very patient with all of us. He gave us great tips and kept us all safe and comfortable. The views were great of Lake Dillon. This was a highlight of our trip. THANKS!!
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Ethan Kaseff
1 August 2026
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I took my stepdaughter rafting today launching out of Rancho del Rio. Landon was our guide and made the trip just as memorable as it was fun to sit in the back and chitchat the whole time. I would highly recommend this company and definitely request Landon. I have also done an avalanche course and a single day avalanche guided backcountry tour with this company before and it was all great. Good people.
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Michael E
30 July 2026
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Great experiences with Colorado Adventure Guides (CAG We had the opportunity recently to go on a half-day hike and on a summit attempt hike with Colorado Adventure Guides. Ethan was the guide for our half-day hike and was wonderful. He worked with us to select a great hike, was knowledgeable of the area and helped set a nice pace. Really enjoyed the experience. Aaron was our guide for the summit attempt. Again, Aaron worked with us to select a mountain based on how we were feeling and the forecast, set a great pace and was very knowledgeable of teh area. At all times we felt safe and supported on the hikes and enjoyed that it was just us. Would definitely book with CAG again.
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Jennifer Hanford
29 July 2026
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Colorado rafting company was extremely helpful and easy to work with. We had a great trip down the Colorado River despite some rain. Our family reunion decided to go rafting as a group- we had 21 people (including kiddos!) to accommodate- and there were no issues! When the water level was too low to go on our original trip, the company reached out and got us rescheduled to a different trip at no charge. The guides were awesome and knowledgeable- it was a wonderful experience. Highly recommend.
 
 
 

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