Colorado whitewater - Boulder Creek, Front Range, Boulder County Boulder county, Eben G Fine Park to CU Greenhouse section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     3 miles   The natural beauty of Boulder County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Colorado are often more challenging than in other states, so better not forget that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. This section of Boulder Creek is 3 miles long and it is classified as a class II-III section by American Whitewater. This is a bit of a short stretch so better bring some good walking shoes. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Eben G Fine Park to     CU Greenhouse section is just one of them. Whitewater paddling here in the Front Range is a great experience. The starting location is a short drive from Boulder, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. No shortage of good hotels, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Briefly about the general area: This river is so great. Have a magnificent hiking adventure along the Saddle Rock Trail; don't leave Boulder Creek without first checking out Echo Rock. You'll truly wish for more hours in a day to enjoy all   the amusing things in the Front Range. Going for a hike along the Green Mountain Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this vicinity, and a short visit to Ute Spring is always worthwhile. Through the summer months, highs ordinarily are in the 80's at Boulder Creek. When the night sets in temperatures fall down into the 50's. Throughout the winter this place gets highs in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Boulder Creek are in the 10's. Boulder Creek is mostly a pretty dry spot; the wettest month of the year is typically May, that's the one that rains the most, and the driest month of the year is January. A tremendous site to take a look at close to Boulder Creek is Bluebell Canyon, and Flagstaff Memorial is a delightful place to stop at while in the area. Boulder Creek, Eben G Fine Park to CU Greenhouse road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 3 miles Average Gradient: 52 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 40.01055 Longitude: -105.30334 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 40.01194 Longitude: -105.25167 Paddler input for Boulder Creek, Colorado: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Boulder Creek, Front Range, Colorado Local climate location: BOULDER 7 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Boulder University Inn, Boulder Newly renovated best value in downtown Boulder 3 blks from CU and Pearl Street Free cont b-fast Outdoor pool Business center... Hotel Boulderado, Boulder Boulder's first luxury hotel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has been meticulously restored to its original turn-of-the-century grandeur. The elegance of the lobby's stained glass... 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Boulder Creek.   Whitewater Near Boulder Creek: Boulder Creek, Boulder County , 3 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (Blue Bridge to Eben G Fine Park) Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County , 4 miles away, Class V+ - 0.75 miles long (Eldorado Canyon) Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County , 5 miles away, Class IV(V+) - 7.2 miles long (Gross Mountain Reservoir to Eldorado State Park) Boulder Creek, Boulder County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 2 miles long (Mile Marker 32 to Blue Bridge) Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 2.6 miles long (Pinecliffe to Gross Mountain Reservoir) Boulder Creek - North, Boulder County , 10 miles away, Class V+ - 2.25 miles long (Switzerland Park to Boulder Falls) Saint Vrain Creek - South, Boulder County , 11 miles away, Class V+ - 5 miles long (Confluence to 1 in 5 Rapid) Saint Vrain Creek - North, Boulder County , 11 miles away, Class III - 6.5 miles long (CR 80 to Lyons) Saint Vrain Creek - South, Boulder County , 12 miles away, Class V+ - 5.5 miles long (Ceran St. Vrain Trailhead to Confluence) Saint Vrain Creek - North, Boulder County , 12 miles away, Class IV(V) - 1.8 miles long (Buttonrock Preserve to CR 80)   Ski Areas Near Boulder Creek: Eldora, Colorado , 22 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Winter Park, Colorado , 34 miles away, 3060 vertical feet SolVista Basin, Colorado , 43 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Arapahoe Basin, Colorado , 45 miles away, 2270 vertical feet Loveland, Colorado , 46 miles away, 2410 vertical feet Keystone, Colorado , 52 miles away, 3128 vertical feet Breckenridge, Colorado , 60 miles away, 3398 vertical feet Copper Mountain, Colorado , 66 miles away, 2601 vertical feet Vail, Colorado , 78 miles away, 3450 vertical feet Ski Cooper, Colorado , 79 miles away, 1200 vertical feet   Hotels Near Boulder Creek: Boulder University Inn, Boulder , 0 miles away Hotel Boulderado, Boulder , 0 miles away St Julien Boulder*s Hotel and Spa, Boulder , 0 miles away Quality Inn & Suites, Boulder , 1 miles away Briar Rose Bed and Breakfast, Boulder , 1 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Boulder Creek: Golden Gate, Golden, 11 miles away Stone Mountain Lodge and RV Park, Lyons, 12 miles away Rimrock Campground, Gilpin County, 12 miles away   Trails Near Boulder Creek: Saddle Rock Trail, Boulder County , 1 miles away Green Mountain Trail, Boulder County , 2 miles away Mesa Trail, Boulder County , 3 miles away Bear Peak Trail, Boulder County , 3 miles away Bolling Gulch Trail, Gilpin County , 12 miles away   National Parks Near Boulder Creek: Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park - CO , 24 miles away Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Florissant - CO , 59 miles away   Golf Courses Near Boulder Creek: Flatirons Golf Course, Boulder , 4 miles away   Lakes Near Boulder Creek