4 Corners Riversports

On-site SUP Rentals at Lake Nighthorse! 

Less than 15 minutes from downtown Durango, Lake Nighthorse offers an escape in the heart of the San Juan wilderness. 4Corners Riversports offers on-site boat rentals, including:

• Paddle Boards/SUPs
• Solo Kayaks
• Tandem Kayaks
• Solo Pedal Drive Kayaks
• Party Barge Paddle Board (Up to 8)

Rentals will be on a first-come, first-served basis at our Nighthorse location. Our rental tent is located lakeside across from the overflow parking lot. Weather-dependent, our tent is open 9 am-3 pm daily (5 pm when conditions allow). See below for rates. For more info, see our Rentals Page or call our Lake Nighthorse phone at 970-946-6410.

4Corners Riversports On-Site Lake Nighthorse Rentals

Rental Pricing

Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals - Durango, CO

Rent a Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) and enjoy the water from a different perspective. Perfect for all ages and abilities, anyone can hop on a paddleboard and have a good time! It's a great full-body workout that engages your core, upper body, hip flexors, and lower body all at once! Try some SUP Yoga, or flatwater tricks! Or just sit there and float or lie down and sunbathe! That's the nice thing about SUPs, there's something for everyone!

We have a large variety of boards (over 40 different models) available for rent, both inflatable and rigid boards, for a multitude of applications. Take it to the lake or flatwater stretch of the Animas, add an element of challenge to your fishing, or try SUP surfing at the Santa Rita Whitewater Park! Bring the kids, bring the dog, and have some fun! 

There are multiple area reservoirs that are perfect for paddle boarding, including

• Vallecito
• Lemon
• Navajo
• McPhee
• Haviland
• Lake Nighthorse

All within an hour or less drive of 4CRS. The closest and easiest option is the flat section of the Animas above the 32nd St. Put-In. Cruise up the flatwater section as far as you care to (up to 14 river miles of flatwater), then just turn around and paddle back to your car!

We have free maps available of local paddling destinations or ask one of our friendly staff members for recommendations.

• SUP Rentals: $40 / per day per board. Includes PFD and Paddle.

Kayak & Canoe Rentals - Durango, CO

Experience the joys of kayaking! From flatwater cruising to whitewater thrills, Durango has something for everyone! With the Town Run of the Animas River running straight through the heart of downtown, we have one of the state's easiest access Class II-III stretches of whitewater. 

Rent an inflatable kayak and have your own whitewater adventure right here in town, and be back in time for lunch (or dinner). Take a river tour of Durango, with plenty of whitewater excitement along the way, maxing out with the Class III Smelter Rapid / Santa Rita Whitewater Park section.

Most paddlers choose to launch from the 32nd St. put-in on the North end of Durango and float all the way down to our shop (5+ river miles), then take the Durango Trolley or utilize one of our free loaner shuttle bikes to shuttle back to your car. Longer floats are available past the shop (up to 7.5 river miles total), but will require the use of 2 vehicles. 

We recommend a minimum age of 6 for all IK passengers and that all passengers have strong swimming skills. For experienced paddlers, we have hard-shell whitewater kayaks available for rent (must prove that you have a competent roll), with playboats, creek boats, river runners, and crossovers from Jackson, Dagger & Pyranha.

All our rental kayaks are "self-guided." If you would like to take a guided inflatable kayak trip or a guided whitewater raft trip, please contact our sister company, 4Corners Whitewater.

Looking for something more mellow and leisurely than a whitewater paddle? Rent one of our recreational kayaks, Hobie fishing kayaks, or a canoe and head out on a flatwater tour of a local reservoir or flatwater section of the Animas! There are multiple area reservoirs that are perfect for flatwater kayaking, including Vallecito, Lemon, Navajo, McPhee, Electra, Haviland, (and hopefully Nighthorse soon), all within an hour or less drive of 4CRS.

The closest and easiest option is the flat section of the Animas above the 32nd St. Put-In. Cruise up the flatwater section as far as you care to (up to 14 river miles of flatwater), then just turn around and paddle back to your car! We have free maps available of local paddling destinations or ask one of our friendly staff members for recommendations.

• Inflatable Kayak Rentals: $40 per day single / $60 per day tandem. Includes PFD(s)
• Rec & Fishing Kayak / Canoe Rentals: $45 per day single / $60 per day tandem. Includes PFD(s)
• WW Kayak Rentals: $30 per day boat / $50 per day with gear (must be an experienced whitewater kayaker to rent these boats)

Raft Rentals - Durango, CO

Whether you're headed on a multi-day rafting excursion or just want to do an hour-long trip, 4CRS has the gear you need! Rent an expedition raft set-up and head out on one of the various classic multi-day river trips that we have within a few hours' drive from Durango, like the San Juan, Chama, Colorado, Dolores, Green, and others. Take the trip that you've always dreamed of, with rental gear from 4Corners Riversports!

Not looking for an epic multi-day float but want to get on the river? Renting a paddle raft can be a great way for the adventurous family to get out and take a whitewater tour of Durango! With the Town Run of the Animas River running straight through the heart of downtown, we have one of the state's easiest access Class II-III stretches of whitewater.

Rent a paddle raft and have your own whitewater adventure right here in town, and be back in time for lunch (or dinner). Take a river tour of Durango, with plenty of whitewater excitement along the way, maxing out with the Class III Smelter Rapid / Santa Rita Whitewater Park section.

Most paddlers choose to launch from the 32nd St. put-in on the North end of Durango and float all the way down to our shop (5+ river miles), then take the Durango Trolley or utilize one of our free loaner shuttle bikes to shuttle back to your car. Longer floats are available past the shop (up to 7.5 river miles total), but will require the use of 2 vehicles. We recommend a minimum age of 6 for all passengers on a whitewater raft, and we recommend that all participants have strong swimming skills.

• Large Raft Rentals (6-8 people): $100 paddle boat per day / $150 expediton rig per day
• Small Raft Rentals (2-4 people): $65 paddle boat per day 

Kayak, SUP & Canoe Instruction / Lessons - Durango, CO

Have you always wanted to learn how to whitewater kayak? Or SUP, or canoe, or raft? Check out our full-service 4Corners Riversports Paddle School! Our paddle school is one of the oldest and most respected in the nation, offering classes for almost any age and ability. From kids to adults, flatwater to Class V whitewater, our dedicated and knowledgeable ACA Certified instructors are here to help take you to the next level of kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, rafting, or swiftwater rescue. Join in on a scheduled class, form your own class with 3 or more people, or take a private lesson!

• Rates vary depending on class. Please see our Paddle School details page for more info, pricing, and schedule.

Paddle Sports & Outdoor Gear - Durango, CO

Our 3600 sq/ft retail store is packed with kayaks, paddle boards, rafts, canoes, and gear from the leading manufacturers in the paddle sports industry, such as Hobie, Wilderness Systems, AIRE, Dagger, Jackson Kayak, NRS, Jacks Plastic Welding, Mad River Canoe, Starboard SUP, Glide SUP, Badfish SUP, Boardworks, and many more! We also have tons of casual and swimwear, camping gear, Yakima & Thule car racks, GoPro cameras, and more!

Scroll down to take a virtual tour of the inside of our store and to find out our store hours. You can also find us online at www.riversports.com or by calling 1-800-426-7637.

Explore the Animas River with 4Corners Riversports!

For over 30 years, 4CRS has been your local source for paddle sports gear rentals, sales, and lessons. 4CRS offers inflatable whitewater kayak rentals, stand-up paddle board rentals, Hobie fishing kayak rentals, canoe rentals, and camping gear rentals. Whether you're visiting Durango for a whitewater adventure, fishing trip on any of the area's waterways, or just a family trip to the lake, 4CRS has the water gear to make your vacation a memorable one.

Our 3600 sq/ft retail space is fully stocked with SUPs, Kayaks, Rafts, Canoes, and gear. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is here to help you find the perfect boat, board, or gear for you, whether you're a seasoned river guide or a total beginner.

We also offer a full-service paddle school, with lessons and instruction for kids, adults, and families. Classes for whitewater kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, inflatable kayaking, recreational kayaking, kayak angling, swiftwater rescue, and ACA certification classes.

For more information on our rentals, classes, or retail store, please visit us online at https://www.riversports.com.