Mild and scenic – great for fishing
Deckers
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The South Platte River as it flows below Cheesman Reservoir past the small town of Deckers takes on a mild and playful character. Float fishing and walk-and-wade fishing are very popular through this section as it features only one large rapid, Chutes Rapid.
Recommended White Water Rafting Trips on Deckers – South Platte River:
At this time, we do not have information on outfitters that offer commercial trips on this section.
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South Platte River – Deckers Whitewater Rafting Details:
Difficulty: Class I-II (What does this mean?)
Elevation: 6407′ to 6096′
Average Gradient: 19.4′ per mile
Access to Access
Deckers to Bridge Crossing Picnic Ground (Platte River Campground): 4 miles
Bridge Crossing Picnic Ground (Platte River Campground) to Scraggy View Picnic Ground: 4.2 miles
Scraggy View Picnic Ground to Willow Bend Picnic Ground: 1.8 miles
Willow Bend Picnic Ground to Confluence with North Fork: 6 miles
Total Mileage: 16 miles
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Information for South Platte River Self-Guided Boaters:
The South Platte River is in the Pike National Forest and is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
- Boating Permit Required: NO
- Permit Details: No fee of any kind is required to float the river within the National Forest on public lands.
- Parking along the South Plate River is limited to designated parking areas and day use fee areas ($7 cash or check) only.
- US Forest Service – South Platte Ranger District
30403 King’s Valley Dr, Suite 2-115 Conifer, CO 80433
Monday – Friday 8 AM to 4:30 PM
www.fs.usda.gov/goto/psicc/sopl ~ 303.275.5610
Shuttles:
At this time, we are not aware of a shuttle service on the South Platte River.
Please contact the South Platte Ranger District for general river information.