Colorado whitewater - Eagle River, Park Range, Eagle County

Eagle county, Forest Service Visitor Center to Riverbend bus stop section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV     1 miles
  The Forest Service Visitor Center to Riverbend bus stop section of Eagle River in Colorado is 1 miles long and is a class IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This is a very short section so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Colorado are often more challenging than in other states, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great
    attractions for lots of people. The beautiful scenery of Eagle County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water have people coming here. The Forest Service Visitor Center to Riverbend bus stop section is the only paddling section along Eagle River. The beauty of the Park Range
is a great plus for this river. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. There's camping available near Eagle River.

Briefly about the general area:
At Eagle River during the summertime highs are in the 80's; the night is a tad cooler of course, frequently in the 40's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 30's, and night lows in the 0's for Eagle River. Eagle River is a location that is reasonably waterless typically; throughout the month of July you get the most rain around here; the driest month of the year is February.
 

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV
Length: 1 miles
Average Gradient: 70 fpm
  

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