My family of five went on the beginner trip on Clear Creek! The entire process was very organized…read moreand all equipment was clean and in good condition! The trip was timely and our guide, Angie, made it a very fun and memorable day for our family!

Great staff and guides on our trip. Made the whole experience a good time and we will definitely…read moreuse them again.

We were staying nearby and rented a pontoon boat for 3 hours one morning. It was a wonderful…read moreouting. The lake is gorgeous! We saw a few eagles during our tour of the lake. We loved just relaxing and taking in the views. Highly recommended!

Indian Peaks Marina is like an oasis in the Mountains. It is well run by a hard-working crew that…read moreaims to please. The boats are in great shape, & the whole site is immaculate. The huge lake was pristine & the 80-degree day perfect. It was obvious that no one wanted to leave the lake. But a fabulous Sunset was forming over the mountains.

It was my husband's birthday so we rented a pontoon boat. The boat was fantastic, the weather was…read moreokay, we had a blast. If we had any issues we called and within 10 minutes we had service. We definitely will be renting from Beacon again. Love Love these guys and their service. Thank You, FISHPIG and Family

We just went on a short Guide trip with Andrew. It was the best experience we have had in years. I…read morehave lived in Grand Lake for over 10 years, and I highly recommend a fishing trip with Andrew!!!

This is our go-to for kayak rentals when we are in Grand Lake for the weekend…read more They have all the water craft options and generally sell out so book in advance or go early. This year we went down at 10am to beat the crowds and all the kayaks were rented. By 10:30 we were on the water but it can be busy. People are nice taking your money. 3hrs in a single kayak costs around $75 plus tax. Not cheap but worth it. They offer life jackets and surly service on the dock. Located right off the beach on the east end of town and next to the marina coffee shop. Easy access and not much parking at the marina. Use the public lots.

Easy online booking, easy check in! The staff was friendly and helpful. We rented a pontoon boat…read moreand had a lot of fun. The boat was easy to drive and having a covered area was nice for those who didn't want to sit in the sun the whole time.

Been going since I was 12.Ot is a amazing place to go fishing. So if you are debating going or not…read moredecide to go fs

I wish I had more time to stop here and go for a swim…read more The lake backed by the mountains topped in snow were just so breathtaking...it's been a week and I can't stop thinking of this place. I did get to put my feet in for a moment. I hope I get to go back.

This trip was definitely one for the books! In the midst of…read moreCOVID, the entire Mad staff did an amazing job ensuring all protocols were in order to keep everyone safe which is very important during these times. We had a party of 10: 7 adults & 3 kids and we all had such a great time. Quick heads up for those planning to make a trip here - our check in time was 8:30am and we didn't get on the water until about 10-10:30am. During that time, the staff gears you up with equipment and very important information before heading out to the water. After that, the bus drive over to the water is about 25 mins. You're out on the water for about 1.5 hours - and we got back around 12:30-12:45pm. This is really important for anyone planning time wise! All staff members were incredibly kind and helpful! Our guide on the bus was Emily and was such a joy to have, not to mention, absolutely hilarious! Our boat guide was Joe, who we absolutely adored! He had such high spirit and also had a bunch of great facts throughout the ride. Every single one of us thoroughly enjoyed our time and we hope to do this again next time we are in CO, and especially under better circumstances. Highly recommended!

I had a blast white water rafting down the Colorado River with Mad Adventures. When you arrive to…read moretheir store location it's about 30 minutes of admin stuff before you load the buses to head for the launch point. You fill out the wavier paperwork, get a speech from one of the workers, and go through the line to your life jacket and paddle. They also have shoes for rent if you need them. The bus ride to the launch point is about 30 minutes. The staff do their best to keep everyone entertained while your on the bus; telling jokes, telling you facts about landmarks, and the local area. When you get to the launch point it's about another 15 minutes before you get on your raft. They go through another 5-7 minute speech about the water, how to maneuver, and all the safety stuff (just in case crap goes wrong). Then they split you up into groups and you load the raft. We truly had a blast on the raft and I never felt like I was at risk of injury, or unsafe through the entire ride. From start to finish it was about a 2 hour trip; but it went by really fast. I could have rode the river for at least another 1-2 hours. It was super chill and some of the rough waters (class II and III) didn't last long but made the ride very exciting. We did stop for about 30 minutes at a point where you can jump off a cliff. There is a 25 foot cliff as well as a small jump spot for kids (my 4 year old jumped from the small spot). I did go up to the 25 foot jump (along with about 30 other people). Jumping was not a problem at all because you walk up to the edge and simply walk off for the jump. They don't give you anytime to look around, think, or get scared. 30 people jumped off in less than 7-8 minutes. It felt great!! The ride back to the main store was much shorter; about 15 minutes. Overall we had a great time and it was well worth it.

Big Ben and trainee Keith provided an amazing half day trip down the Colorado for my family. Lots…read moreof laughs and great conversation. A definite recommendation.

This was my very first time white water rafting and it was an unforgettable experience! From start…read moreto finish, it was nothing but fun and excitement. Our guides kept the energy high with jokes, games, and tons of interesting information along the way--there truly wasn't a dull moment. We even got to stop at the hot springs, see some wildlife, and learn all about the area with very detailed but lighthearted explanations. The views were absolutely stunning, and the whole adventure felt scenic and refreshing. Jumping off the cliff was such a thrill too! I couldn't have asked for a better first rafting trip. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an adventure filled with fun, knowledge, and beautiful nature! Btw ask for Big Ben aka ginger grizz

As first-time rafters with two skeptical teenage girls in tow, we weren't sure if we were about to…read morebond... or just bounce off some rocks. But Austin was our fearless rafting guide and part-time therapist--who calmed nerves, cracked jokes, and got us paddling in no time. From the very first splash, Austin made us feel safe and slightly more athletic than we actually are. He coached us through the twists and turns of the creek, and somehow convinced our teens that getting absolutely drenched and paddling for their lives was the best day ever. Miracles do exist. We glided through hidden stretches of the creek like pros (or at least like enthusiastic amateurs with great lighting), hollering with joy and soaking up every second of the adventure. Even the "hold on tight!" moments felt like a ride at a theme park--but with better views and less screaming. 10/10 would paddle again. If you're looking for an unforgettable family outing full of laughter, nature, and just the right amount of "we might flip but only if you don't do what Austin says", he's your guide. He's part guide, part hype man, and all-around river legend. Bring snacks or a picnic lunch for after an early morning trip, bring sunscreen (and put it on BEFORE you get a wetsuit. Rent shoes when you check-in ($5/person). Your family will thank you for this adventure (once they stop laughing and wringing out their socks).

Would not recommend this business to anyone. Came on a girls trip to do a day of ziplining that we…read morebooked two hours before (thus they had to staff no one in addition). Our car broke down on the side of the road and a group of girls were stranded with no help and thus we missed our zipline reservation. The manager would issue no refund or even partial refund to our almost $1000 booking. The manager was a coward and refused to speak to me on the phone or even email me back after multiple days. She forced her employees to have conversations that she as a business owner should have. To those reading, there are much better places nearby to zip line, don't bother with this one.

I dont know why this place only has 3 stars! The views alone are worth 5. I gave it 4 because the…read morewater system is down and there are porta potties instead for the bathrooms. And from the looks of the maintenance documentation inside of them, its been months and they havent resolved the issue. The camp sites are clean and the bear boxes are super useful and spacious. The picnic tables at the sites are all wood and of varying conditions. There are a multitude of options for types of sites and if sites havent been rented they say open and you can claim them, however, you have to pay cash or check in the moment. There are tent only sites, day use, and rv sites with electrical hookup. Water currently unavailable. Definitely would come back and hopefully for longer!

Stillwater is one of my favorite car camping sites. It is a short drive to Lake Grandby and about…read more25 minutes to Winter Park. The camp sites are always well maintained as are the bathrooms. The bathrooms have running water, full stocked with toilet paper but no soap so be sure you bring some. The sites contain bear boxes, picnic tables, fire pit and pad for your tent. You can always park your car close to any of the sites. There are designated paths that lead to the water and very small beach area. A ton of paddle boarders, a few boats and jet skis but, mostly people just enjoying the water close to the beach area.