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Put-in CO

Pine Valley Ranch Park Put-in

South Platte, North Fork - 02. Pine Valley Ranch to Buffalo Creek (CO)

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Gauge Conditions
South Platte River above Strontia Spgs Reservoir, CO Downstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Pine Valley Ranch Park Put-in
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Pine Valley Ranch Park Put-in provides a straightforward river access point with minimal immediate rapids, serving as a clean entry to the North Fork of the South Platte. Paddlers should be aware of potential submerged rocks and shifting river conditions, particularly during low water periods, and should carefully scout the initial river section before launching. The put-in area offers a relatively calm start with potential navigational challenges that require attentive maneuvering.
Location
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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02. Pine Valley Ranch to Buffalo Creek
South Platte, North Fork
III-IV 5.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater