Great family paddle on Lake Dillon! We did the Island Tour (9-11:30am) with 2x 2-seaters & 1 solo (15 yr old) to cover the 3 kids and had an incredible time thanks to our guide Brittany. We made it 5.65 miles in the 2.5 hrs, saw a beaver, ospreys, blue herons, & the bald eagles nest. Will definitely do again! read more

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We had the BEST time on this kayaking trip with Adventure Paddle Tours. We learned so much and the views were epic!

Incredible. The tour we took was almost 5 miles. It's definitely not for the weak. Brittany is a great tour guide and tells the best stories. If you have chronic pain, please sit out on this, i really should've. Still a great experience and definitely a huge teamwork exercise. read more

Adventure Paddle Tours - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Frisco, Colorado

The trip was run well. The staff was helpful and kind. I felt the your was a little long but fun. Overall it was great. Being sunscreen wear long sleeves read more

Great morning activity! Our guide was knowledgeable and made the tour interesting making sure to point out wildlife (Lots of blue herons and ospreys) as well as facts about the area. Amazing views of the mountains the entire time. Would highly recommend! read more

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We had a great time. This was suggested to us by the Colorado Adventure Bucket List (which you can find on Amazon, among other places). We pulled a card for Frisco and the scratch off revealed a QR code for this paddling experience. We took the whole family (three adults and two children) and had a really good time. Our guide, Norris, was incredibly knowledgeable about the reservoir and surrounding mountains. The pace was excellent for the whole group. This was a very sedate experience, which was perfect for our mixed group of people. Equipment was all in great shape and the tour was well run. Definitely recommend! read more

My family had so much fun kayaking. We loved the entire experience. You can't beat the beautiful mountain views and perfect temperatures. Our guide Brittany was amazing. She was great teaching us the basics of kayaking since it was our first time. She was very knowledgeable about the terrain, history and other exciting places in Summit County. This excursion is a must if you're in the area! read more

Adventure Paddle Tours - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Frisco, Colorado

Great activity if you are staying in Breckenridge. It was a 2 1/2 hours of kayaking along the Dillon Reservoir in Frisco. Britney was our tour guide and she was very attentive,friendly and knowledgeable as all along the tour she was sharing some history and fun facts. She takes very seriously safety first including proper alignment for better and safe kayaking performance. It was a very well paced tour so any level of expertise can join such adventure. Definitely the earlier thr better. We did a noon expedition and weather was great on that specific day. The following day I drove bye and water was choppy around thr same time. The tour guide also takes a pictures of you and you get free upload! We didn't take our phones so this was priceless! Thanks Britney for an amazing tour! We'll see you in the near future for another adventure. read more

Adventure Paddle Tours - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Frisco, Colorado

We paddled with Norris on July 6. He is a brilliant dude with great knowledge and a laid back style (he's a paddle guide, right?). A veritable font of information, he knew the lake, its history, the locations of birds nesting, etc. He took some good pics of the fam and passed them along. All and all a great paddle. Thanks Norris! read more

Very knowledgeable ( a lot of interesting facts) and gorgeous area. Pictures taken by tour guide were not as expected and advertised by him but I'm sure they can do better. The pictures on this review are the ones I took, even though he insisted he would take good pictures of us. We only got 3 and 2 of them were not on the water or of the amazing view. read more

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We did our kayak tour in June while visiting CO and it was probably the best thing I booked for our trip. Our guide (Britney!!) was awesome at instructing us as first-time kayakers and was very friendly and welcoming. She gave us plenty of information about local wildlife and landmarks we saw along the way. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone considering visiting the area! read more

Adventure Paddle Tours - Kayaking - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Frisco, Colorado

We had a fun time doing the morning island paddle tour led by Norris. My wide and daughter took a tandem kayak and I was in a single. We got a nice, long tour of Dillon Reservoir, and saw many Osprey flying around, entering nests with food, and guarding their young. Norris knew a lot about the history of the reservoir and surrounding communities, and the local geography and wildlife. The kayaks were in good condition and it was a fun paddling around for a couple hours. Definitely a great activity to do in summer visits to the mountains. read more

Must do! We took our teen daughters out for the sunset paddle. Extremely professional, all gear was ready for us. Instruction was given prior to getting in kayak. All levels can participate. Those of us that can kayak well we're allowed to lead the pack. read more

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Our family had a wonderful introduction to kayaking and a beautiful tour of Dillon Lake. Our guide Brittney was informative, engaging, and enjoyable. We had a few issues, I scheduled a wrong time for my 6 year old and my older son left his hat in the kayak, and both issues were kindly supported and resolved. I highly recommend going here if looking for a kayak tour. read more

We have done kayak tours on Lake Dillon with Adventure Paddle Tours every year for over a decade, and we keep coming back. The guided tours are great for a family and are an amazing way to see Summit County from the surface of the lake. Depending on the tour, you can see much of both the Gore Range and the Tenmile Range. Our tour guides are very knowledgeable and can teach you a lot about the ecology and history of the area on your tour. On one tour, for instance, we learned all about the history of the Gore range and the man for whom it is named (a pretty terrible aristocrat who claimed to have slaughtered over 2,000 bison in the 1850's). The tours themselves are not too strenuous, with the 90 minute family tour providing a nice way to see the lake with younger children, and the 2 1/2 hour island tour giving a more comprehensive trip around the lake. I would highly recommend you make a kayak tour part of your visit to Summit County. read more

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Ryan was great! The experience overall was fantastic! Be prepared to get wet from the paddles and dress appropriately. Late July...could easily be done in shorts and t-shirt. If you have done the bikes and the whitewater and the horses and the ATV's near Breckenridge I strongly suggest you give the kayaks a try! read more

Had a great time. Our guide was super knowledgeable and he made sure we were all safe and happy. He knew when to warn us when boats were coming and what we should do and communicated well. I highly recommend going out on a kayaking trip with this outfitter. Many people had never kayaked before and our guide was very patient and professional. read more

This was the best kayaking experience I've ever had! We took a wonderful tour with a tour guide named Kyle. He kept the speed at a medium pace which everyone easily kept up with. I suggest wearing a lot of sunscreen and bring a hat. Also, it's cold in the mornings, but after you're out on the lake, you start to warm up. So a tank top and jacket would be perfect wear! It was about 3 miles total and was a piece of cake! Overall I would HIGHLY recommend this awesome kayak rental! read more

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We had such an amazing trip! Neither of us have ever went kayaking and had great teachers! They taught us a lot of the area and were a lot of fun to hang out with!! You can really tell they love their job!! read more

This was a great tour! We spent about 2.5 hours or 7 miles on the water. Ryan is very knowledgeable, not only about kayaking, but also about the wildlife & geography! I highly recommend checking this tour out if you're in the area! read more

Adventure Paddle Tours - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Frisco, Colorado

This was such a great tour and a favorite for many in our group. Kyle is an excellent guide. He is very knowledgable about the land and area wildlife. Our group was able to see two bald eagles and a baby eagle! He also joked right along with our group. We had a group of eight adults. Many in our group had never kayaked before and enjoyed the trip. Our group would highly recommend this tour and would definitely go again! read more

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My 16 year old daughter and I had a great time. Brittany was a great guide, and Kyle was a fantastic host. We did the 'boat supported' tour - which is not what the title suggests. The boat support refers to a return to the marina via pontoon boat, so that the kayak tour is not a roundtrip. This makes it possible to explore further away from the marina. Tip: Best to wear waterproof shoes. read more

We took our two nieces on the 2.5 hour tour. Kyle did a great job of keeping the tour fun and informative. His enthusiasm for being out on the water and seeing the local wildlife, including bald eagles, was contagious. Kayakers who have little or no experience will find the experience unintimidating since the point to point tour allots plenty of time for slower kayakers to catch up to the more experienced under Kyle's light-handed coaching. Experienced kayakers will enjoy a relaxed paddle and learn some hidden parts of the lake. Lastly, the equipment we used was of high quality and well maintained. The kayaks are very stable, which generally promises barge-like performance, but these gain speed adequately and are maneuverable. I recommend this tour. read more

Wow! Ryan and his team provided OUTSTANDING and above and beyond service for my whole family. His expertise and knowledgeable guidance made all of us felt safe throughout the whole trip and accommodated to our needs. There were 13 of us and he was able to make the experience fun and memorable! I loved how his priorities were safety and making sure it was FUN! I would recommend this company and especially RYAN any day!!!! read more

Our guide was Norris he was excellent. The day was perfect we saw lots of wild life including eagles, hawks and moose. It was a great experience! read more

Ryan hosted my boys, myself and 4 other tourists on a scenic and relaxed tour of the lake. He even took us into the island that is located inside the lake. Very impressed with his knowledge and professionalism. Keep up the excellent work Ryan!!! read more

Add to your bucket list. Kyle sets a new standard for watching fireworks. Kayak in daylight and during the night, then watch 4th of July fireworks from the kayaks. Extraordinary experience even if it cost a bit more. read more

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We took an afternoon kayak tour (2.5 hours) on Lake Dillion and loved it. Our guide gave us great information, both factual and fun. Both beginners and those more proficient felt at ease whether crossing a congested area or navigating narrow inlets. We would highly recommend Adventure Paddle Tours and will book again next time we are in the area. read more

Kayak Lake Dillon provided an exceptional adventure for my friends & I. We actually participated in both kayaking and stand up paddleboarding over our visit to the Frisco Marina. Kyle & Jared are both very knowledgeable and made everyone feel comfortable with the gear and education we needed to enjoy ourselves out on the water. The unbelievable weather certainly didn't hurt, and we saw plenty of wildlife! I'd recommend a morning tour since the water is so calm. A great activity for beginners and advanced parties alike, with an owner who is clearly passionate about sharing his love of Summit County and Lake Dillon. A+! read more

We booked the tour where you paddle out and the boat comes to get you at the end. Kyle got us all set up and Brittney was our guide. She was very knowledgeable and easy for us to keep up with. The weather got a bit windy towards the end so Kyle came to pick us up and took us on a tour around the area we were unable to kayak in. They were both very good and well worth the time and money. I would recommend them for all ages as our family of 7 has ages ranging from 8 to 68. read more

Kyle was amazing. We went there last year. Not only did he tell great stories but made the trip fun.

We took a kayaking tour with Kyle in September 2013, and it was fantastic! The scenery is incredible, and getting the chance to kayak across the lake was terrific. It was definitely worth it to go with Kyle as opposed to simply renting kayaks on our own-- he pointed out two bald eagles to us that I completely would have missed otherwise. Plus, he directed us into a little channel where were able to kayak in calm water for a bit, and it had the most breathtaking view of the mountains that we saw all day. Just an awesome experience-- absolutely one of the highlights of our trip to Breckenridge. Highly recommend. read more

We've done ocean shore and lake kayaking many times before and did a 2.5 hr paddle with Kyle, def recommend! Personable, knowledgeable, professional. Good equipment, covers technique, safety, area history, wildlife. It' s a big lake with some sail & motor traffic on it. All in all a nice paddle. Worth the money. read more

Wow! What an awesome time! My boyfriend and I did the 1.5 hour tour and it was fantastic. The scenery was beautiful, and Kyle the tour guide was so friendly and knowledgable. He did a great job guiding the group and keeping a good pace for everyone. This is a great activity families with kids, couples, even couch potatoes with no kayak experience! read more

I was visiting Breck with a few out of town friends, and we ended up trying out Kayak Lake Dillon. I could not have been more impressed with how seamless the board rental process is! EASY and FUN. The boards are right on the dock, so super quick and easy access to the lake. So fun and Kyle is very professional and offered great tips. Highly recommend. read more

There were 8 of us in our group - 4 adults and 4 kids (10 - 16 years old). Two other adult couples were in the group as well as our guide (a really helpful and informative girl from Ireland). We went out for 2.5 hours and had a blast. She said that it can be more difficult on really windy days, such as the day before ours, but ours was perfect. Just a bit of wind in some spots (enough to create a few white caps) but it wasn't bad. We saw a bald eagle, blue herons, and spotted a few beaver dams. It was super fun and although it was work at times it wasn't bad. All did well and would love to do it again! read more

I had SO much fun on this trip! I didn't know what exactly I was getting myself into but I couldn't have asked for anything better! The pace of the trip was perfect, definitely a workout for someone who is very inactive like myself but nothing unmanageable whatsoever. Kyle is a great guide and very knowledgeable about the lake, surroundings, and kayaking. I am so happy that I found this little place and I will be sure to come back whenever I'm in the area! read more

We did the SUP boarding with Kyle. It was an amazing experience. No better way to beat the heat and crowds than heading out onto the lake. Lake Dillon has some amazing scenery. Kyle really knows how to run a business, everything was quick and easy, clean and comfortable. If you are ever looking for something to do in Summit county this should be at the top of your list. read more