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Colorado whitewater, South Platte River - North Fork
Jefferson
county,
Buffalo Creek to South Platte section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS III-IV 7 miles
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This stretch of South Platte River - North Fork in Colorado is 7 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV section. The starting location is a short drive from Denver-Aurora, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The beautiful scenery of Jefferson County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, |
it's good length for a morning trip. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. 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. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Colorado tend to be more challenging than the national average, so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while | |
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are sure to keep you coming back for more. The river winds through the Front Range and you get great scenery.
Briefly about the general area: Have a good hiking adventure along the Rolling Creek Trail, and Chair
Rocks is an interesting spot to check out while at South Platte River - North Fork. Just can't get enough of the Front Range. Roxborough State Park is a fine place to go if you're at South Platte River - North Fork, and
there are plenty of people from Buffalo Creek here. This river is so good. Don't leave South Platte River - North Fork without visiting Chatfield Lake State Recreation Area, and if you desire a little side journey, try Lion Gulch.
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South Platte River - North Fork, Buffalo Creek to South Platte road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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These outdoors activities are available near South Platte River - North Fork. |
| Whitewater Near South Platte River - North Fork:
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South Platte River, Jefferson/ Douglas County, 3 miles away Class III-IV - 1 miles long (Confluence to Strontia Springs Reservoir) |
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South Platte River, Jefferson/ Douglas County, 8 miles away Class I-III - 12 miles long (Deckers to confluence with North Fork) |
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South Platte River, Jefferson County, 8 miles away Class IV - 5.8 miles long (Cheeseman Reservoir to Deckers) |
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South Platte River, Jefferson/ Denver County, 14 miles away Class II-III - 0.5 miles long (Confluence of Cherry Creek and South Platte) |
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Bear Creek, Jefferson County, 14 miles away Class III-V - 6 miles long (Idledale to Morrison) |
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Clear Creek, Clear Creek County, 19 miles away Class IV - 5.5 miles long (mile 267 to Golden) |
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Clear Creek, Clear Creek County, 19 miles away Class IV-V(V+) - 5.5 miles long (Green Bay Rock) |
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| Ski Areas Near South Platte River - North Fork:
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Eldora, Colorado
, 38 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 12 lifts, 53 runs |
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Winter Park, Colorado
, 46 miles away, 3060 foot drop, 26 lifts, 145 runs |
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Arapahoe Basin, Colorado
, 47 miles away, 2270 foot drop, 7 lifts, 105 runs |
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Loveland, Colorado
, 49 miles away, 2410 foot drop, 10 lifts, 92 runs |
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Keystone, Colorado
, 52 miles away, 3128 foot drop, 20 lifts, 135 runs |
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Breckenridge, Colorado
, 58 miles away, 3398 foot drop, 27 lifts, 146 runs |
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SolVista Basin, Colorado
, 58 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 6 lifts, 37 runs |
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Copper Mountain, Colorado
, 64 miles away, 2601 foot drop, 23 lifts, 125 runs |
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Ski Cooper, Colorado
, 75 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 5 lifts, 26 runs |
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Vail, Colorado
, 81 miles away, 3450 foot drop, 31 lifts, 193 runs |
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| Hotels Near South Platte River - North Fork:
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Hampton Inn - Suites Denver Littleton, Littleton
, 10 miles away |
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TownePlace Suites Denver Southwest/Littleton, Littleton
, 10 miles away |
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Homewood Suites By Hilton Denver - Littleton, Littleton
, 10 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites DENVER SW-LITTLETON, Littleton
, 11 miles away |
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Cliff House Lodge Bed And Brea, Morrison
, 13 miles away |
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| Trails Near South Platte River - North Fork:
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Rolling Creek Trail, Park
, 14 miles away |
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Long Hollow Trail, Douglas
, 16 miles away |
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South Manitou Park Trail, Douglas
, 16 miles away |
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Missouri Gulch Trail, Douglas
, 17 miles away |
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Beaver Brook Trail, Jefferson
, 18 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near South Platte River - North Fork:
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Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Florissant - CO
, 28 miles away |
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Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park - CO
, 55 miles away |
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Roxborough State Park, Colorado
, 10 miles away |
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Chatfield Lake State Recreation Area, Colorado
, 12 miles away |
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Pike National Forest, Colorado
, 13 miles away |
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