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Cache La Poudre River

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cache la poudre river overview

The only river in Colorado designated as “Wild and Scenic”, the Cache la Poudre provides excellent opportunities for whitewater. Close to Fort Collins and Rocky Mountain National Park, the Cache la Poudre offers technical, continuous rapids for the more adventurous as well as milder family trips, both with beautiful scenery.

• Difficulty: Class III-IV(+)(What does this mean?)
• Season: May – August

White Water Rafting Trips on the Cache La Poudre River:

Trip Lengths: 1/2 & Full Day
Outfitter: Rocky Mountain Adventures
Learn More: www.shoprma.com ~ 800.858.680

Wilderness Aware Rafting does not operate trips on the Cache La Poudre River. Information regarding the Cache La Poudre River on this website is strictly informational. Please click here for a complete list of trips that we offer, or use the search filter to the left. Thanks!

cache la poudre river sections

Upper & Lower Rustic
Class III-IV
Isolated and scenic with fast-paced whitewater.

Narrows
Class IV-V(+)
Technical and challenging run with quick maneuvering required between big, fun hits.

Upper & Lower Mishawaka
Class III-IV
Large, splashy and challenging rapids combined with great scenery create a unique section for all levels of experience.

reviews

What people are saying

Lydia filled us with confidence. She was skilled and knowledgeable and explained each set of rapids so we knew what to expect. She was great company and we had the best experience. She was brilliant.

Dwight W. Rafter
I cannot wait to come back! Also loved how funny all the guides were. It was the most I’ve seen my sister laugh in a long time! Thank you so much for this amazing experience.

Lexi R. Rafter
I spent several days researching various rafting options and after speaking w/your team was sold. We were not disappointed-the trip is spectacular and our guide Sean was informative, lively professional and entertaining.

Lauren C. Rafter

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Information for Cache La Poudre River Self-Guided Boaters:

The Cache La Poudre River is in the Roosevelt 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.
River Manager: US Forest Service – Canyon Lakes Ranger District
2150 Centre Ave. Bldg E, Fort Collins, CO 80526
970.295.6700 ~ www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp

Shuttles:
If shuttle service is available, information is listed under the specific section page.

Trips for everyone close to Fort Collins