Last updated: February 2, 2021
Place
Rocky Ford Rapid
NPS Photo
Quick Facts
Location:
Adjacent to Rocky Ford Outfitters
Significance:
Portage - River Feature
Designation:
Class III Rapid
Amenities
1 listed
Scenic View/Photo Spot
Ready to rock and roll out of your vessel?
Us either. Rocky Ford is a Class III Rapid and we recommend portaging unless you have the right equipment and experience to navigate something this advanced.
Rocky Ford Rapid stretches the entire width of the Niobrara River, so staying to one side or the other is not an option, but the portage is not long at all. You could even take a break while your boat is out of the water to snap a beautiful picture or watch the advanced paddlers attempt to clear this river obstacle.
Us either. Rocky Ford is a Class III Rapid and we recommend portaging unless you have the right equipment and experience to navigate something this advanced.
Rocky Ford Rapid stretches the entire width of the Niobrara River, so staying to one side or the other is not an option, but the portage is not long at all. You could even take a break while your boat is out of the water to snap a beautiful picture or watch the advanced paddlers attempt to clear this river obstacle.