South Platte River – Brighton to Fort Lupton

The South Platte River from Brighton to Fort Lupton is generally a beginner friendly 9 mile trip that is lined with cottonwoods hosting numerous birds and other wildlife… a nice way to begin the paddling season. There is one mandatory portage at a dam and one boat chute drop early on that may be run or portaged depending on conditions. Meet at Veterans Park in Brighton and be ready to begin the car shuttle no later than 9am.  Take out is at the Fort Lupton’s ballfields park.  Bring Rain Gear, canoe floatation, painters, spare paddle and of course a PFD. Also bring a set of dry clothes in a water proof bag.

For a detailed description of the river and parking areas go to: http://boc123.com/Kayak/RiverGuide/South_Platte_Brighton_City.cfm

Trip coordinator is Mat Bozek who will be out of town until a few days before the trip so please wait until after April 9 to register for this event. You can contact Mat by email: (matbozekx@gmail.com) or leave a voice mail at (303) 460-0248 after April 9^th.