Colorado whitewater - Big Thompson River, Front Range, Larimer County
Larimer
county,
Drake to Canyon Mouth section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS III-IV 7.75 miles
If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more demanding, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. This stretch of Big Thompson River in Colorado is 7.75 miles long and is a class III-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling rivers. The wonderful Colorado scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Big Thompson River are
in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay
the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The put-in location is a short drive from Fort Collins-Loveland, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. The beautiful Front Range scenery is an added bonus.
Briefly about the general area: If the weather is delightful here at Big Thompson
River, you can go for a hike along the Jug Trail; a great spot is Grouse Hollow. Not much rain falls here at Big Thompson River; July is the wettest month with most rain, and December is when it's the driest. All through the long summer days at Big Thompson River highs are
commonly in the 70's, and during the night it cools down to the 40's. Highs all through the winter are frequently in the 30's while Big Thompson River overnight low temperatures through the winter are in the 0's. Yeah, come up here to the Front Range for a great time. While you're here at Big Thompson River you can take a hike along the Round Mountain Trail.
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