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
  If you're coming from Boulder it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of Boulder Creek in Boulder County is 3 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. The scenic beauty of Boulder County and the playfulness of the water beats anything. The beautiful Front Range scenery is an added bonus. The Eben G Fine Park to CU Greenhouse section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. The campgrounds here at Boulder
    Creek are pretty good. This is a short paddling stretch so better bring some good walking shoes. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of spots for that. No need to look hard for hotels, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.
The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people.

Briefly about the general area:
Throughout the summer months, highs generally are in the 80's at Boulder Creek while overnight lows are commonly in the 50's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 40's, and night lows in the 10's for Boulder
 
Creek.
Not much precipitation falls here at Boulder Creek; the month with most of the rain is May, and the driest month is January. Lots of fun awaits you along this river. Hiking along the Saddle Rock Trail is glorious fun, and if you want to pop by some exciting stuff, pop by Flagstaff Memorial. A journey to Bluebell Canyon is always fun; Ute Spring is an inspiring spot to have a look at during your stay.
There's no way anyone can get bored here in the Front Range. Going for a hike along the Green Mountain Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this region, and some out of the ordinary geology is available here, Echo Rock is right here.

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

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Current weather conditions at Boulder Creek, Front Range, Colorado
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Local climate location: BOULDER 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
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:
Winter Park, Colorado , 34 miles away, 3060 vertical feet
SolVista, 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, 2900 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
Beaver Creek, Colorado , 88 miles away, 4040 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
Briar Rose Bed and Breakfast, Boulder , 1 miles away
Marriott Boulder, 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

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