Class II – Class IV
The North Platte River begins its journey in the mountains near Walden, Colorado and soon flows into the Northgate Wilderness area through the narrow Northgate Canyon. Northgate begins at over 8,000 feet in elevation and drops 470 feet over 18 miles. This provides a scenic run through intese Class III-IV rapids. The seclusion of this majestic wilderness river not only provides beautiful scenery and fun rapids, but also some amazing fishing with the prime season being in mid-July to early August. The North Platte is accessible from Fort Collins, Steamboat Springs and Laramie, Wyoming.
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Wilderness Aware Rafting
Trip Types: Half Day Full Day Multi Day
Wilderness Aware Rafting has stayed true to its name since 1976, emphasizing outstanding outdoor experiences on seven of the most amazing rivers in the American West – in Colorado, Utah and Arizona. We offer an unparalleled customer experience that emphasizes safety and sharing our passion for the outdoors and the special places we visit. Five of the seven rivers we feature travel within designated wilderness areas.
Safety on the river is our highest priority, and Wilderness Aware has an outstanding record. We are the leader in providing multi-day rafting experiences in Colorado. We love the opportunity to share our experience and devotion to our craft!
Activities:
Rafting 
Fishing 
Inflatable-Kayaks 
Rocky Mountain Adventures
Trip Types: Half Day Full Day Multi Day
Rocky Mountain Adventures offers beginner to advanced whitewater adventures on the Cache La Poudre River, Colorado’s only designated “Wild and Scenic” River. You will get a thrilling whitewater rafting experience in a pristine and protected environment.
Our Instructional school provides you with the opportunity to learn the dynamic sports of the river in a controlled environment and supportive atmosphere. Our skilled and experienced Instructors teach a variety of courses from beginner, intermediate, to advanced, both on and off the river.
Rocky Mountain Adventures offers its customers a full service River Sports shop for all your whitewater recreation needs, carrying all of the latest and best paddle sports brands. If you want to set out on an adventure of your own, Rocky Mountain Adventures also has all kinds of gear that you can rent. With affordable full and multi-day rates available for both Summer and Winter.
Activities:
Inflatable-Kayaks
Kayaking 
Rafting