FORT COLLINS BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Double‑deck tritoon with waterslide and 250HP power: a full‑day on Horsetooth Reservoir
A private pontoon experience — captained scenic tours or self‑captained rentals aboard a spacious double‑deck Tritoon built for family fun and lake cruising.
Double‑deck tritoon with waterslide and 250HP power: a full‑day on Horsetooth Reservoir.
Adventure brief
Double‑deck tritoon with waterslide and 250HP power: a full‑day on Horsetooth Reservoir
On Horsetooth Reservoir, KB Rentals Colorado places a 27' double‑deck tritoon at your disposal: a stylish Island Breeze 252 outfitted with an upper sun deck, an integrated waterslide, BBQ option and seating for up to 17 guests for all‑day outings, scenic tours, or relaxed afternoons afloat.
On a sunlit morning at Horsetooth Reservoir, a 27-foot tritoon pushes off from South Bay with a confident thrum from its 250-horsepower outboard. The Island Breeze 252 pontoon - available through kbrentalsco - is built for social days: an upper sun deck with lounge seating, a built-in waterslide, a dining table, a premium sound package and room for up to sixteen friends or family. Whether you book a captain-led scenic tour or take the wheel yourself on a self-captained on-the-water rental, this boat turns a routine lake trip into a full-day gathering. Horsetooth Reservoir, just west of Fort Collins, Colorado, is a striking backdrop of sandstone cliffs and the jagged profile of Horsetooth Rock. The reservoir’s coves, cut into the hogback, create sheltered bays ideal for anchoring, swimming, and towable sports. Launch from the South Bay boat ramp and head for quiet fingers of water where the slide earns its keep and flat-water helps tune up wakeboards and towables offered as add-ons. What sets this rental apart is the combination of scale and comfort. The double-deck layout separates sunbathers from the action, while center-toon in-floor storage keeps gear tucked away. Families appreciate the four-step stainless ladder and floatable table; groups chasing a party prefer the optional BBQ grill and robust sound system. Guides can reserve a captain for a scenic loop that highlights canyons and shoreline vistas; experienced boaters can choose the take-and-go for a private day. Practical details matter here: renters must be 21 to reserve and 16 to operate (with horsepower and safety-course requirements enforced). Bring sun protection, drinking water, towels and a credit card for a damage deposit. Extras range from floating lake mats to towable tube packages, so plan based on whether your day is about lounging, exploring coves, or high-energy water play. From a photography standpoint, the reservoir rewards golden light slanting across the hogback and reflections in calm coves. Look for deer along shorelines in early morning and kestrels wheeling over cliffs. By offering flexible durations—six or eight hours—and both captained and self-drive options, the Tritoon Upper Deck becomes a reliable gateway to Horsetooth’s best on-water experiences, whether your goal is a relaxed family picnic, a sun-soaked party, or a memorable intro to Colorado boating. Reserve early on summer weekends: Horsetooth is popular with Fort Collins locals and capacity limits mean windows fill quickly. The company offers six- and eight-hour blocks, letting you anchor for lunch, explore inlets, or drop riders for tubing. Because wind can pick up in the afternoon, plan shoreline routes in the morning for calmer waters and clearer photos. This boat’s horsepower and stability make it forgiving for first-time boaters while delivering speed and handling needed to tow towables safely.
Route Schematic
Route schematic & stops
Typical outings include boarding, a guided circuit of scenic coves, swim and lunch stops, then a return to the marina.
Boarding and departure
Guests board and depart from the designated pickup; for On‑The‑Water rentals this is the Boyd Lake Marina or your prearranged take‑and‑go pickup at the rental facility.
Scenic Cove Circuit
The captain guides your private group around Horsetooth’s coves and shoreline, providing a leisurely tour of the reservoir’s vistas.
Lunch and swim stop
Typical stops include anchoring for a swim, time on a floating lake mat, and an optional barbecue lunch from the onboard grill package.
Return to marina
After your selected duration on the water, the boat returns to the marina or the designated pickup point to disembark.
The vessel’s stated capacity is 17 passengers; scenic, captained tours are reserved for groups up to 16 for the guided option. Route stops and specifics are operated subject to KB Rentals Colorado scheduling and on‑water conditions.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The outing unfolds as a slow, social day on the water: glide past sandstone coves and tree‑lined shores from the shaded comfort of plush seating, launch off the upper deck into the slide, gather around a dining table for a BBQ lunch if you chose the package, or stretch out on a floating lake mat while the captain navigates the reservoir.
THE BOAT
A double‑deck, high‑performance tritoon
This 27' double‑deck pontoon comes with a 250HP Mercury Verado outboard, premium furnishings, an upper lounge deck and in‑floor storage — built to carry groups in comfort and speed across the reservoir.
THE AMENITIES
Waterslide, dining and on‑board grilling
Designed for full‑day fun, the boat features a fully integrated waterslide, a dining table with seating, an optional built‑in BBQ and a premium sound package so groups can eat, play and slide from the same craft.
THE CAPACITY
Room for the whole crew
With a stated 17‑passenger capacity and configurations for captained scenic cruises or self‑captained on‑the‑water rentals, this boat is aimed at families and larger groups seeking a single‑boat outing on the lake.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and when it might not be the right fit.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sun protection (hat, SPF), plenty of drinking water and towels are highly recommended for a comfortable day on the water.
Bring personal towels and sun protection; water and shade are important for all‑day outings on the reservoir.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the rental options?
Rental durations are offered in 6‑hour and 8‑hour options.
Where do rentals depart from?
On‑The‑Water rentals depart from the Boyd Lake Marina; take‑and‑go rentals can be picked up at the rental facility.
How many people can ride on the boat?
The boat has a stated passenger capacity of 17.
Can I have a captain for a scenic tour?
Yes — the Scenic Lake Tour option provides a boat and captain reserved exclusively for your group (scenic cruises are reserved for groups up to 16 for that option).
Is there a self‑drive option?
Yes — there is an On‑The‑Water self‑captained rental option where your boat will already be on the water and ready to go.
Are grilling and floating mats available?
An optional built‑in BBQ grill package and a floating lake mat are offered as add‑ons for lunch and relaxation stops.
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