Colorado whitewater, Boulder Creek Boulder county, Blue Bridge to Eben G Fine Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     6 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Colorado are often tougher than in other states, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. The scenic beauty of Colorado and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This stretch of Boulder Creek is 6 miles long and it is classified as a class IV section by American Whitewater. The put-in location is a reasonable     drive from Boulder, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. The river winds through the Front Range and you get great scenery. This stretch is mid length, it's good length for a morning trip. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Blue Bridge to Eben G Fine Park section is just one of many. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. No shortage of good hotels, but   do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Briefly about the general area: Saddle Rock is a glorious site to explore while in the neighborhood. Here at Boulder Creek there are plenty of folks from Eldorado Springs, and if you're hooked on cool geologic traits try Flagstaff Memorial. Coming to this river is always a good idea. Take a hike on the Green Mountain Trail, and if you wish for a little side trip, try Lost Gulch. A trip to Ute Spring will fill your spirit with nice feelings, and hiking along the Saddle Rock Trail is great fun. Places like Eldorado State Park are fine to take a look at, and Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a good site to stop at. Boulder Creek, Blue Bridge to Eben G Fine Park 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 Boulder Creek.   Whitewater Near Boulder Creek: Boulder Creek, Boulder County, 1 miles away       Class II-III - 3 miles long (Eben G Fine Park to CU Greenhouse) Boulder Creek, Boulder County, 1 miles away       Class IV - 6 miles long (Blue Bridge to Eben G Fine Park) Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County, 4 miles away       Class IV(V+) - 7.2 miles long (Gross Mountain Reservoir to Eldorado State Park) Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County, 4 miles away       Class V+ - 0.75 miles long (Eldorado Canyon) Boulder Creek, Boulder County, 7 miles away       Class IV-V(V+) - 2 miles long (Mile Marker 32 to Blue Bridge) Boulder Creek - North, Boulder County, 8 miles away       Class V+ - 2.25 miles long (Switzerland Park to Boulder Falls) Left Hand Creek, Boulder County, 8 miles away       Class IV - 3 miles long (Intersection of 81rd and 94rd to Buckingham Park) Boulder Creek - South, Boulder County, 9 miles away       Class V+ - 2.6 miles long (Pinecliffe to Gross Mountain Reservoir) Saint Vrain Creek - South, Boulder County, 10 miles away       Class V+ - 5 miles long (Confluence to 1 in 5 Rapid) Saint Vrain Creek - South, Boulder County, 11 miles away       Class V+ - 5.5 miles long (Ceran St. Vrain Trailhead to Confluence)   Ski Areas Near Boulder Creek: Eldora, Colorado , 19 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 12 lifts, 53 runs Winter Park, Colorado , 32 miles away, 3060 foot drop, 26 lifts, 145 runs SolVista Basin, Colorado , 40 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 6 lifts, 37 runs Arapahoe Basin, Colorado , 43 miles away, 2270 foot drop, 7 lifts, 105 runs Loveland, Colorado , 44 miles away, 2410 foot drop, 10 lifts, 92 runs Keystone, Colorado , 49 miles away, 3128 foot drop, 20 lifts, 135 runs Breckenridge, Colorado , 58 miles away, 3398 foot drop, 27 lifts, 146 runs Copper Mountain, Colorado , 63 miles away, 2601 foot drop, 23 lifts, 125 runs Vail, Colorado , 75 miles away, 3450 foot drop, 31 lifts, 193 runs Ski Cooper, Colorado , 76 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 5 lifts, 26 runs   Marinas Near Boulder Creek: Boulder Reservoir Marina, Boulder , 7 miles away Carter Lake Marina, Loveland , 20 miles away   Hotels Near Boulder Creek: Alps Boulder Canyon Inn, Boulder , 1 miles away St Julien Hotel And Spa, Boulder , 3 miles away Colorado Chautauqua, Boulder , 3 miles away Hotel Boulderado, Boulder , 3 miles away Boulder University Inn, Boulder , 3 miles away   Campgrounds Near Boulder Creek: Gross Reservoir Dispersed, Pinecliffe, 5 miles away Lefthand Canyon, Boulder, 5 miles away Winiger Ridge, Pinecliffe, 6 miles away   Trails Near Boulder Creek: Green Mountain Trail, Boulder , 1 miles away Saddle Rock Trail, Boulder , 2 miles away Bear Peak Trail, Boulder , 2 miles away Mesa Trail, Boulder , 4 miles away Bolling Gulch Trail, Gilpin , 9 miles away   Public Lands Near Boulder Creek: Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park - CO , 23 miles away Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Florissant - CO , 59 miles away Eldorado State Park, Colorado , 4 miles away Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Colorado , 9 miles away Barbour Ponds State Park, Colorado , 25 miles away   Golf Courses Near Boulder Creek: Access Golf, Boulder , 4 miles away Flatirons Golf Course, Boulder , 7 miles away Haystack Mountain Golf Course & Driving Range, Niwot , 11 miles away   Lakes Near Boulder Creek Baseline Reservoir, Boulder , 7 miles away Harper Lake, Boulder , 11 miles away Beaver Reservoir, Boulder , 15 miles away