Colorado whitewater - Clear Creek, Front Range, Clear Creek County

Clear Creek county, Lawson to Idaho Springs section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     5.5 miles
  The Lawson to Idaho Springs stretch of Clear Creek in Clear Creek County is 5.5 miles long and it is classified as a class III-IV section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Colorado tend to be more challenging than the national average, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. The beautiful scenery of Clear Creek County and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to
    get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling
trip. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Whitewater paddling here in the Front Range is a great experience. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near.

Briefly about the general area:
Near Clear Creek you stumble on Spring Gulch which is a good site to explore. The amount of rainfall that falls at Clear Creek is close to the national average; the month with most of the snow is April; the driest month is October.
For the duration of
 
the summer months at Clear Creek temperatures are mostly in the 60's. Summer nighttime lows dip down to the 30's. All through the wintertime highs are mostly in the 20's while Clear Creek overnight low temperatures through the winter are in the 0's.

Clear Creek, Lawson to Idaho Springs road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 5.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.75999
Longitude: -105.64862

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.74166
Longitude: -105.52417

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Current weather conditions at Clear Creek, Front Range, Colorado
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Local climate location: BERTHOUD PASS 16 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Georgetown Mountain Inn, Georgetown
8 miles away
Located in historic Georgetown, Colorado. We are 45 miles west of Denver, Colorado. We have a year round pool and hot tub, WiFi internet access, Continental Breakfast, Guest Laundry, and a Picnic Area...

Super 8 Motel - Georgetown, Georgetown
8 miles away
* Unique, western style property * Nestled in the Rocky Mountains in a friendly mountain community that dates back to the 1860s * Outdoor enthusiasts can choose from fishing, skiing, hiking, wil...

Best Western Lodge At Nederland, Nederland
12 miles away
Discover this Nederland, Colorado hotel offering relaxing accommodations in a charming log cabin style setting near Boulder. Whether traveling through or staying for a relaxing getaway, the Best West...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Boulder, Colorado, the metro area neareast to Clear Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Clear Creek.
 Whitewater Near Clear Creek:
Clear Creek, Clear Creek County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 1 miles long (Silverplume to Georgetown)
Boulder Creek, Boulder County , 11 miles away, Class V - 2.5 miles long (Gun Shy to Jasper Creek)
Clear Creek - West Fork, Clear Creek County , 12 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Coors Falls to Gunshot)
Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County , 12 miles away, Class IV - 6 miles long (Rollinsville to Pinecliffe)
Woods Creek, Clear Creek County , 16 miles away, Class V - 0.5 miles long (Reservoir to Confluence with West Fork Clear Creek)
Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County , 17 miles away, Class V+ - 2.6 miles long (Pinecliffe to Gross Mountain Reservoir)
Boulder Creek - North, Boulder County , 18 miles away, Class V+ - 2.25 miles long (Switzerland Park to Boulder Falls)
Boulder Creek, Boulder County , 19 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 2 miles long (Mile Marker 32 to Blue Bridge)
Clear Creek, Clear Creek County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 5.5 miles long (Green Bay Rock)
Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County , 21 miles away, Class IV(V+) - 7.2 miles long (Gross Mountain Reservoir to Eldorado State Park)
 Ski Areas Near Clear Creek:
Winter Park, Colorado , 14 miles away, 3060 vertical feet
Arapahoe Basin, Colorado , 21 miles away, 2270 vertical feet
Loveland, Colorado , 22 miles away, 2410 vertical feet
Keystone, Colorado , 27 miles away, 2900 vertical feet
SolVista, Colorado , 27 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Breckenridge, Colorado , 35 miles away, 3398 vertical feet
Copper Mountain, Colorado , 41 miles away, 2601 vertical feet
Ski Cooper, Colorado , 53 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Vail, Colorado , 55 miles away, 3450 vertical feet
Beaver Creek, Colorado , 65 miles away, 4040 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Clear Creek:
Georgetown Mountain Inn, Georgetown , 8 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Georgetown, Georgetown , 8 miles away
Best Western Lodge At Nederland, Nederland , 12 miles away
Iron Horse Resort, Winter Park , 14 miles away
Zephyr Mountain Lodge, Winter Park , 14 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Clear Creek:
Shwayder Camp-Temple Emanuel, Idaho Springs, 1 miles away
Cottonwood RV Camp, Idaho Springs, 3 miles away
Ranger Station, Idaho Springs, 4 miles away
 Trails Near Clear Creek:
Chicago Lakes Trail, Clear Creek County , 7 miles away
James Peak Lake Trail, Gilpin County , 8 miles away
South Boulder Creek Trail, Gilpin County , 9 miles away
Guinn Mountain Ski Trail, Boulder County , 10 miles away
Lost Lake Trail, Boulder County , 11 miles away
 National Parks Near Clear Creek:
Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park - CO , 33 miles away
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Florissant - CO , 51 miles away

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