About Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center
Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center, known locally as RMOC, is one of the Arkansas River Valley's most established multi-sport outfitters, running whitewater trips, kayak instruction, and land-based adventures throughout the Salida and Buena Vista corridor. Operating for decades along one of Colorado's most popular stretches of whitewater, RMOC pairs a riverside outpost with a full slate of guided programs for every experience level.
Their offerings span guided whitewater rafting through Browns Canyon and the Arkansas River, stand-up paddleboarding, and raft and kayak rentals for self-guided paddlers. RMOC is especially known for its kayak school, where beginner-to-advanced instruction, rolling clinics, and multi-day skills camps run all season. The center also organizes rock climbing outings, group adventures, and custom multi-day river expeditions with camping along the water.
What sets RMOC apart is its dual focus on instruction and access — few outfitters in the region combine a private river outpost, a dedicated paddling school, and a broad menu of guided trips under one roof. Families, first-timers, and serious paddlers alike use RMOC as a base for exploring the Arkansas Valley, and its long tenure has made it a trusted name in Central Colorado adventure.
