Join us for our thrilling full, half and multi-day rafting and kayaking trips on some of the best rivers in the Rocky Mountains including the jewel of Northern Colorado Cache la Poudre River, the scenic North Platte River, action packed Clear Creek, and the family oriented Upper Colorado River.
We also offer instruction, equipment rentals, a store to ensure you have everything you need for your adventure, and information about the Stevens Down Race.
For more information, call us at 800-858-6808 or 970-493-4005, or reach out via email at info@ShopRMA.com. Visit us online at https://shoprma.com/ to plan your next river trip.
Poudre Paddlers is Northern Colorado’s canoe and kayak club, based in the Fort Collins–Loveland–Windsor area and serving paddlers throughout Colorado and beyond.
We enjoy canoeing, kayaking, and rafting on the Poudre, North Platte, and Colorado River as well as area lakes and reservoirs.
We offer local events, paddling trips, flatwater and whitewater training, safety classes, and social activities, while supporting environmental and boating-access issues. We also organize extended trips and participate in events such as the Stevens Down race. Visit our website to learn more.
CONNECT WITH US
For more information about the Canyon Paddlers Association and upcoming Fort Collins events, visit our website at americancanoe.org. You can also check out our Facebook page for updates on the Poudre River and Stevens Down activities. For inquiries, feel free to reach out via email at aca@americancanoe.org or give us a call at 540-907-4460. Don't miss our next whitewater race!

Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee Grassland, located near Fort Collins, CO, offer a variety of outdoor activities, including events organized by the Canyon Paddlers Association. For those interested in exploring the Poudre River, this area is known for its scenic beauty and exciting whitewater race opportunities. For more information, you can contact us at 970-295-6624 or via email at SM.FS.ARPRecSpUses@usda.gov. Our office is located at 2150 Centre Ave., Bldg. E, Fort Collins, CO 80526, where we can provide details about Stevens Down and other Fort Collins events.

Lower Poudre Canyon Association--Community Center
10234 Poudre Canyon Rd, Bellvue, CO, 80512
Contact Marci White for reservations
The LPCA is dedicated to fostering a community hub that serves as a gathering place for residents and a resource for the Poudre Canyon Fire Protection District. In addition to supporting local initiatives, we aim to promote health, social engagement, and wellness across all generations—offering a space for meaningful events, including those hosted by the Canyon Paddlers Association and Fort Collins events that highlight our beautiful Poudre River. Together, we can strengthen community ties through these activities.
BUY A BRICK --- Be Part of the Legacy
We are pleased to offer you the distinguished opportunity to secure a permanent place in the donor area of our newly designed, ADA accessible entrance.
Canyon Paddlers Association
Fort Collins, Colorado