Access Site
CO
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Source: colorado_parks_and_wildlife Updated 1 year ago
City: Texas Creek, CO
County: Fremont County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.44754654, -105.52294659
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Arkansas River
16 runs (11 nearby)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
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III
This location is on this run
09. Pinnacle Rock Launch to Parkdale Launch
17.2 mi
33 ft/mi
III-IV(V)
Downstream from here (9.6 mi to put-in)
10. Parkdale Launch to Canon City (Royal Gorge)
10.0 mi
46 ft/mi
I-II
Downstream from here (19.4 mi to put-in)
11. Centennial Park to Mackenzie Takeout
4.0 mi
I
Downstream from here (23.8 mi to put-in)
12. MacKenzie Bridge to Florence River Park
6.8 mi
I
Downstream from here (31.3 mi to put-in)
13. Florence to Pueblo Reservoir
18.0 mi
II-III
Upstream from here (8.0 mi from take-out)
08. Rincon to Pinnacle Rock
19.5 mi
II(III)
Upstream from here (23.7 mi from take-out)
07. Salida to Rincon
10.0 mi
II-III
Upstream from here (32.8 mi from take-out)
06. Stone Bridge to Salida
9.5 mi
III
Upstream from here (39.0 mi from take-out)
05. Fisherman's Bridge access to Stone Bridge access
13.0 mi
31 ft/mi
III
Upstream from here (45.1 mi from take-out)
04. Buena Vista to Fisherman's Bridge
6.7 mi
III
Upstream from here (49.7 mi from take-out)
03. Railroad Bridge Launch to Buena Vista
6.7 mi
44 ft/mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area provides public access to the mighty Arkansas River near the town of Texas Creek in Fremont County, Colorado. This section of the river is known for its scenic beauty as it flows through a rugged canyon landscape.
For paddlers, the Texas Creek boat ramp offers a convenient entry point to explore the upper Arkansas River. With an average flow of over 51,000 cubic feet per second and a total drop of over 9,500 feet from its headwaters, the Arkansas is a substantial river system well-suited for kayaking and canoeing. Experienced boaters can navigate downstream towards the challenging Class V rapids of the Royal Gorge, while those seeking a calmer float can enjoy the scenic stretches above.
Nearby recreation areas offer opportunities for anglers, hikers, and off-highway vehicle enthusiasts. Visitors are advised to check current conditions, as the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area may have temporary closures or construction projects that affect access. Overall, the Texas Creek boat ramp provides a valuable access point to experience the grandeur of the Arkansas River.
For paddlers, the Texas Creek boat ramp offers a convenient entry point to explore the upper Arkansas River. With an average flow of over 51,000 cubic feet per second and a total drop of over 9,500 feet from its headwaters, the Arkansas is a substantial river system well-suited for kayaking and canoeing. Experienced boaters can navigate downstream towards the challenging Class V rapids of the Royal Gorge, while those seeking a calmer float can enjoy the scenic stretches above.
Nearby recreation areas offer opportunities for anglers, hikers, and off-highway vehicle enthusiasts. Visitors are advised to check current conditions, as the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area may have temporary closures or construction projects that affect access. Overall, the Texas Creek boat ramp provides a valuable access point to experience the grandeur of the Arkansas River.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Texas Creek
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