Lunch is provided on all full-day float trips. If you have food or beverages that you would like to bring, you are welcome to store them on the boat. Please notify us of any allergies.

FAQs Archive - Southern Roots Outfitters

Q: Colorado Float Trip Rates

Float trips: Full day Float (7/8) hours: $750 3/4 day float (5/6) hours: $650 Half-Day Float (3/4) hours: $550

Q: What are the age limits?

Seniors are welcome! Have a sore knee or a tricky back? No problem! We've got you. Please let your guide know in advance and we will take extra care to get you to and from the boat. Children are welcome; however, they must be at least 7 years old. Occasionally we hit some rough water so you need to be big enough to hold on!

Q: What is the cancellation policy?

A 50% deposit is required to book a trip with us. You will be fully refunded 3 days prior to your trip if you need to cancel. Within the 3 day period before your trip, we will not refund your deposit unless there is an emergency or weather-related issue. Guided trips are a go in rain or shine! Our guides will not take a trip out in weather that is considered dangerous but remember the weather changes quickly on the Colorado River. It may be sunny when we leave and snowing by the time we get to the take-out. We will refund your deposit if the weather is too dangerous to take the trip. We require a 48-hour notice if your plans change. We even fish at night!

Q: How do I get to the river?

Prior to your trip, your guide will email you a convenient meeting location where you can leave your vehicle. We do not provide transportation to Denver, Eagle, Aspen, or Grand Junction. It is up to you to meet us on the river at the arranged meeting location. After the trip, our guide trucks will take you back to your car.

Q: Can I take pictures with the fish?

Your guide will help you get a good picture. There are a few rules about how to handle a fish properly that every good angler should practice. Fish don't breathe air! We follow the 15-second rule. If you don't get the picture in a few seconds, we need to put the fish back in the water and try again on the next one. Don't squeeze the fish. We know they are slippery, but squeezing can really damage these delicate creatures. Be kind and hold them gently. Wet your hands. Trout have a protective slimy coat that can be easily damaged if you pick them up with dry hands. We also recommend washing your hands to prevent putting hand lotion, sunscreen, or bug repellent on the fish. Don't toss the fish. They are really good at swimming right out of your hands. Just lower them back in the water and they will know what to do. Don't LIP your fish. Lipping is common practice with bass but not great for trout. You can easily dislocate their jaw. Wet hands under tail and belly. 15-seconds out of the water only!

Q: Can we keep, or eat, the fish we catch?

A resounding no! Colorado trout have mercury in them. It is not recommended that you eat more than two per year. Our guides have never eaten any of the trout they catch in the rivers where we guide. These are trophy trout that, if cared for properly, will live long lives in the wild. See our FAQ on how to handle a fish properly.