Colorado whitewater, South Platte River - North Fork Jefferson county, Buffalo Creek to South Platte section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV     7 miles   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   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. 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.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near South Platte River - North Fork.   Whitewater Near South Platte River - North Fork: South Platte River, Jefferson/ Douglas County, 3 miles away       Class III-IV - 1 miles long (Confluence to Strontia Springs Reservoir) South Platte River - North Fork, Jefferson County, 3 miles away       Class III-IV - 7 miles long (Buffalo Creek to South Platte) South Platte River, Jefferson/ Douglas County, 8 miles away       Class I-III - 12 miles long (Deckers to confluence with North Fork) South Platte River, Jefferson County, 8 miles away       Class IV - 5.8 miles long (Cheeseman Reservoir to Deckers) Whitewater Outfitter - Geo Tours Whitewater Raft Trips, Jefferson County, 11 miles away       Whitewater outfitter South Platte River, Jefferson/ Denver County, 14 miles away       Class II-III - 0.5 miles long (Confluence of Cherry Creek and South Platte) Bear Creek, Jefferson County, 14 miles away       Class III-V - 6 miles long (Idledale to Morrison) South Platte River - North Fork, Park/Jefferson County, 17 miles away       Class IV-V - 10.5 miles long (Bailey to Pine) Clear Creek, Clear Creek County, 19 miles away       Class IV - 5.5 miles long (mile 267 to Golden) Clear Creek, Clear Creek County, 19 miles away       Class IV-V(V+) - 5.5 miles long (Green Bay Rock)   Ski Areas Near South Platte River - North Fork: Eldora, Colorado , 38 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 12 lifts, 53 runs Winter Park, Colorado , 46 miles away, 3060 foot drop, 26 lifts, 145 runs Arapahoe Basin, Colorado , 47 miles away, 2270 foot drop, 7 lifts, 105 runs Loveland, Colorado , 49 miles away, 2410 foot drop, 10 lifts, 92 runs Keystone, Colorado , 52 miles away, 3128 foot drop, 20 lifts, 135 runs Breckenridge, Colorado , 58 miles away, 3398 foot drop, 27 lifts, 146 runs SolVista Basin, Colorado , 58 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 6 lifts, 37 runs Copper Mountain, Colorado , 64 miles away, 2601 foot drop, 23 lifts, 125 runs Ski Cooper, Colorado , 75 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 5 lifts, 26 runs Vail, Colorado , 81 miles away, 3450 foot drop, 31 lifts, 193 runs   Marinas Near South Platte River - North Fork: Bear Creek Lake Park Marina, Morrison , 13 miles away Chatfield Marina, Littleton , 18 miles away   Hotels Near South Platte River - North Fork: Hampton Inn - Suites Denver Littleton, Littleton , 10 miles away TownePlace Suites Denver Southwest/Littleton, Littleton , 10 miles away Homewood Suites By Hilton Denver - Littleton, Littleton , 10 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites DENVER SW-LITTLETON, Littleton , 11 miles away Cliff House Lodge Bed And Brea, Morrison , 13 miles away   Campgrounds Near South Platte River - North Fork: Osprey, Sedalia, 4 miles away Buffalo Creek Area, Buffalo Creek, 5 miles away Ouzel, Sedalia, 5 miles away   Trails Near South Platte River - North Fork: Rolling Creek Trail, Park , 14 miles away Long Hollow Trail, Douglas , 16 miles away South Manitou Park Trail, Douglas , 16 miles away Missouri Gulch Trail, Douglas , 17 miles away Beaver Brook Trail, Jefferson , 18 miles away   Public Lands Near South Platte River - North Fork: Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Florissant - CO , 28 miles away Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park - CO , 55 miles away Roxborough State Park, Colorado , 10 miles away Chatfield Lake State Recreation Area, Colorado , 12 miles away Pike National Forest, Colorado , 13 miles away   Golf Courses Near South Platte River - North Fork: Golf Club At Ravenna, Littleton , 9 miles away Arrowhead Golf Club, Littleton , 10 miles away Deer Creek Golf Club, Littleton , 10 miles away   Lakes Near South Platte River - North Fork Wellington Lake, Jefferson , 11 miles away Cheesman Lake, Jefferson , 11 miles away Hine Lake, Jefferson , 12 miles away