The Colorado River Outfitters Association

Welcome to the online headquarters of the Colorado River Outfitters Association (CROA), your premier resource for information about
commercial river rafting in the state of Colorado.

CROA is a trade association representing approximately 50 licensed professional river rafting outfitters who specialize in providing outstanding outdoor adventures for families and individuals of all tastes and capabilities. The organization’s mission is to promote rafting in Colorado and provide a reasoned voice on legislative, regulatory and other developments that affect the commercial rafting industry, the health of local rivers and Colorado’s tourism economy as a whole.

Use this website to find an outfitter and plan a vacation, to explore the advantages of CROA membership or to simply get better educated about the exceptional natural wonders that make Colorado America’s #1 rafting destination.

Activities Offered By CROA Members

In addition to rafting and float fishing, many outfitters offer other activities as indicated below. When you book your outing be sure to ask what else is available to you.