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Access Site CO

Take Out

Saint Vrain Creek James Ditch North Saint Vrain Creek Palmerton Ditch Rough and Ready Ditch South Saint Vrain Creek Supply Ditch Swede Ditch

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

City: Lyons, CO
County: Boulder
Type: Whitewater Take Out
Location: 40.21617700, -105.25958100
Air Temp: --
Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Run
II(III) Take-out Saint Vrain Creek - 01. Black Bear Hole
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Current Conditions
Whitewater Runs on Saint Vrain Creek
2 runs
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
This take-out access point on Saint Vrain Creek in Lyons serves as an exit for paddlers completing whitewater runs on the creek. Saint Vrain Creek is a popular Colorado whitewater destination, particularly during spring runoff and after heavy rains when water levels rise. The Lyons area provides convenient access to the creek for both recreational paddlers and those running sections upstream. As a take-out location, this site is designed specifically for exiting the water after paddling downstream, making it an essential part of planning whitewater trips in the region.

Paddlers using this take-out should be familiar with Saint Vrain Creek's water conditions and current levels before launching upstream. The creek can be highly variable depending on seasonal flows and recent precipitation, with conditions ranging from moderate to advanced whitewater depending on the section and water level. Always check current flow data and conditions before paddling, and plan shuttle logistics with a take-out point like this in mind to ensure safe and efficient trip completion.