Paddling Colorado Guidebook

(Boulder, Colorado). The sun is shining strong and the runoff has just begun in the Rocky Mountains! Just in time with the ample runoff is a brand new book release of Paddling Colorado - A Beginner/Intermediate Guide to the Best Paddling Routes. This guide is published by well-known publisher Falcon Guidebooks, and features 120+ paddling routes from flatwater lake touring to class I - III+ whitewater for kayakers, rafters, and canoeists. Specific details include brief descriptions, as well as an easy-to-read info box including mileage, difficulty, and directions, as well detailed maps with all access points clearly marked. The book is also packed with great photographs capturing the variety of scenery and paddling crafts suitable for Colorado's waters.

Colorado truly is a beautiful seasonal paddling destination. It is home to tranquil lakes and mellow river touring, as well as mild to raging whitewater. Many of these paddling options are set beneath towering snow-capped mountain peaks and pristine wilderness. Other paddling routes are set within urban settings allowing paddlers to play close to home and work. Whether you are a flatwater paddler, a whitewater enthusiast or looking for friendlier family-oriented routes, Colorado has a paddling option for you and Paddling Colorado will assist in getting you onto the water.

Author, Dunbar Hardy, is a well-known expedition paddler/guide with first descents and paddling experience literally all from over the world. He is also a long-time freelance photographer and writer with publications in numerous outdoor/paddling magazines. He is currently a lead instructor for Tarkio Kayak Adventures. He has also held the Senior Editor position for Kayak Session and Paddle World magazines and has been a past Board Member for American Whitewater. After literally traveling the world to paddle, Dunbar is proud to call Colorado home.



Paddling Colorado is available in fine outdoor/paddling stores and bookstores. For ordering and additional information, go to www.falcon.com.