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Put-in CO

Put In

Clear Creek - 05. Upper Clear Creek ("Kermits") · CO

American Whitewater 39.7454, -105.4350

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Gauge Conditions

Clear Creek near Lawson, CO Upstream Primary
Runnable: 199.0 – 1,000.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Put In is the starting access point for the upper Clear Creek run, featuring an initial straightforward entry with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential shallow rocky sections and scout the immediate downstream features before launching. The rapid serves as a warm-up section that introduces boaters to the river's character and flow conditions.

Location

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Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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05. Upper Clear Creek ("Kermits")
Clear Creek
IV 5.4 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater