All of the staff were warm, Welcoming and made us feel like they were genuinely excited for our adventures and plans. Not only for the water sports we came to them for, but also going out of their ways to help ensure we had good solid recommendations form other activities we came to the area for. Sam, especially ... wow, I feel like we're leaving a family member behind when we leave Durango. Such a gem. Always smiling and always checking to make sure we understand all we need to know to make the best decision read more

Morgan helped us in our time of need! We needed hiking shoes before going to Mesa Verde (realized we were missing a pair as we were about to leave!) and Morgan showed us all our options QUICKLY! She was so genuinely kind and friendly. We will be back and we will be shopping at 4Corners Riversports from here on out! Stop in if you're in the area, their service is great! read more

I had a very frustrating experience. I paid $1,300 for a kayak three weeks before picking it up. I called several times leading up to my 10-hour trip to ensure the kayak would be ready, but when I arrived, it was not. The kayak was still hanging from the ceiling and covered in layers of filth. I decided to get over this and drove home. Within two days, I realized the oar attachment was missing. I called and was assured by Adam that it would be sent out that day. A week later, I called again and found out it was never sent. Now, I have an upcoming trip and still don't have the attachment that should have been included from the start. This company has done a terrible job supporting a customer, especially one who had to drive several hours to pick up the kayak and made follow-up calls to ensure everything would be ready. Very disappointing. read more

Planned visit with friends who live here so they booked a river raft tour. I've done these in the past but in Idaho. We had a beginner style tour and with a lack of rain the river was low and running 500cfs. We got there at opening signed some waivers got fitted for life vests and a safety speech.. Boarded a bus for a 10min ride to the Put in spot.. We had a great trip, the guide moved us around to set up the small Rapids for some splash. Told us about the local area, things to do and more. Had a snack at a break spot of cheese, salami, apples, oranges and peanut butter.. Back on the raft for almost an hour to the take out spot.. The rapids were weak which we knew but Jonathan our guide kept us having fun, informed and entertained.. A+ trip would do it again!! What makes this trips is the river and staff! They have awesome team which makes trip safe and entertained! read more

4Corners Riversports - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Durango, Colorado

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Our ride down the river was so much fun. We took the half day it was more like 2 hours on the water and half where we stipped for a snack. Our guide Ryan was great very interactive and knowledgable. Will be back. You can also purchase pics from your ride at an additional cost but worth it. read more

4Corners Riversports - White water rafting - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Durango, Colorado

4C Riversports is a great shop to buy / rent water sport equipment. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. We walked in while visiting Durango and wanted to rent a raft to head down the Animas. They were great at talking through the positives and negatives of different rafts/kayaks. They even helped us figure out the best place to put in and take out of the Animas. For folks that want to get used to kayaking safety (i.e. rolls) in a more mellow spot than river rapids, they have a pool out back and will let you practice righting your canoe while underwater. read more

I had signed up for a two day advanced kayak clinic with 4CRS about 6 weeks in advance for $440. A couple of days before the clinic, I was informed the clinic was cancelled due to another group bailing. I had already been in the area for the week and had packed my camping and kayaking gear so I was pretty bummed about the change in plans. I didn't want to squander the opportunity of being in the area (and having access to the Animas) so I booked a private tour on the Upper Animas for $350. Drew and Matt were both very accommodating and very knowledgeable. The water levels ended up being a little low so the rapids were not as challenging as I was expecting but were still good. I got a long, great day of paddling. I was hesitant to drop so much money on the trip but I really enjoyed the Animas and 4CRS was a big part of it. If you're kayaking and new to the area, you need to stop by the shop. And at the same time, you can run the Smelter whitewater park across from the shop. read more

My mother, sister, kids (6 & 8 yrs), and I booked the Durango Express rafting down lower Animas River. We had a FANTASTIC time!!!! Our river guide, Ryan, was so fun and great with my kids. You do get wet, so be prepared for the refreshing 45 degree water in early summer and ready with a change of clothes for afterward. The entire team at 4 CRS are super friendly and ready to help create the perfect experience for your adventure!! read more

Our party of two adults and two teen/tween boys took the Lower Animas 4-Hour (1/2 Day) Trip and had a great time. At least a good part of the rating is due to how well the river was flowing in mid-June and the excellent new Class III rapids in the whitewater park as you raft through Durango, but we wouldn't have had a successful run through those rapids if it hadn't been for our excellent guide, who got us prepared and paddling in unison. We pulled hard through the rapids, and though we took on the gnarliest route, came through upright. It was a fun, wild ride! I also really like that the 4-hour trip includes a stop midway for snacks. The outfitters provide chips and salsa, cheese, salami and crackers, fruit and peanut butter, lemonade and iced tea. It was the perfect snack for re-engergizing mid-trip, and gave us the chance to visit and get friendly with the folks in the other raft. 4 corners has a staffer take pictures of you from the bank as you take on the toughest stretch of the river, so you will have the opportunity to buy a DVD with some great action photos at the end of your trip if you like. Even if you don't buy, you'll enjoy watching the slideshow at the end of your trip. read more

The family fun 1/2 day rafting down the lower Animas was more than enough for this aging dad and his adult son. We were on the river on 7/3 and the water was quite refreshing. Our guide Annie was the best floating us safely down the river providing more than enough adventure. Loved the humor. My only "complaint" is that someone forgot to buy the USB with all of the photos as we went through the rapids. I'll have to check back in with them after the holidays to see if it's too late. read more

We have always stopped in to support them especially since they give us a guide discount and they have always been so helpful and nice when we inquired about gear or river beta, so We were disappointed when we were charged $60 full price for a boat we returned two hours later that also came with a broken pump. We shopped around and found cheaper rentals which is where we will be doing our rental business from now on. Too bad. read more

My family and I had a great time with Theron as our river guide. He kept us laughing the whole time on the lower Animus River. It was our furSt time to Colorado and we had a fantastic time white water rafting! The photos are amazing! Thanks for an amazing time! read more

We took a mellow family rafting trip down the Animas through town with 4 Corners. We had a great time. Quality equipment and fantastic guides. I decided after our family float to sign up for an overnight trip on the Upper Animas later in the week. That portion of the river is pretty intense so it was just me this time, no family. These trips have a different vibe: the Upper Animas is serious whitewater and there is a physical fitness requirement for good reason. My Upper Animas trip was quite challenging and a humbling experience but I had a great time. The guides really stood out: the folks that 4 Corners sends to the Upper river are the very best. Super experienced folks who know how to lead when things get tough (and they will up there). I'm grateful for their professionalism, which got our crew down the river safely. Special shout-out to my guide, Dana. He was awesome. read more

Love these guys! Ben has been super helpful and fun to deal with as I work through all the SUP brands to see what I actually want to buy. Highly recommend this place! read more

A great experience for all ages. There were 9 rafts on our adventure today and everyone had smiling faces after the 1/2 day float. The Animas was sporting class 2+ rapids & the crews here helped navigate them flawlessly. There were passengers ranging from 4 to 70+ years old. Highly recommend this company. read more

Our group of 6 had a great time rafting with our guide, J.D. Ages ranged from 9-42. We took the half day trip and were sad to see it end. At one point J.D. asked us if we wanted to surf to which we all said a resounding Yes! We rode a wave for a few minutes and had a blast! read more

I took an adult level 1 ww kayak class. We got a very in depth intro that included classroom time, roll practice in the pool, and lots of time on the river. I learned an enormous amount and rediscovered my love of ww kayaking. Instructor Jordan was awesome and made me feel safe on the river. Thank you very much for an awesome class. read more

We had a great two day class with Seniors Outdoors. I have kayaked before but no one ever showed me how to do it correctly. Thanks to Hollie for the instruction and Mark for the patience (& lunch)! Both great teachers. read more

Great place!!! Guides were friendly and knew what they were doing. And it was a lot of fun. It was really cold but still incredible.

Awesome trip. Took two boats with 10 people ages 4 - 68. From check in to drop off, first class operation. We will be back!! Guides Kristen and JD were terrific. Thanks for a great trip!! read more

We had an awesome rafting experience. My husband and I took our kids ages 7 & 11 rafting for the first time. They were a little nervous, so they only wanted to do the 1 hr trip. We had so much fun, our guide was awesome and the kids were bummed they didn't chose a longer trip. Can't wait to take another trip with 4 Corners!!! read more

While the the initial check in process on location was a little bit unorganized, our son absolutely LOVED the river skills camp. If he wasn't going to an overnight camp, he'd be doing this again. read more