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Day-use/Picnic area Information
Along the S.Platte River there are many areas to park and launch your craft! However, there are a few things you should be aware of, as the volume of people visiting the area has grown tremendously over the last few seasons. As an employee of ExplorUS myself, I would to explain a few things about the fee based day-use areas and the public parking areas. Trailers are not permitted in the day-use areas along the river. Overnight camping is NOT permitted in the day-use areas. If you are planning to access one of the fee based areas, which are Bridge Crossing, Platte River Campground/Day use, Ouzel Campground/Day use, Scraggy View, Willow Bend, or Osprey Campground/Day use areas, be prepared to pay the $10 fee. Remember to bring cash or a check. ExplorUS does not accept credit or debit cards at this time. Each vehicle entering the parking lot will be expected to pay the $10 fee, as space in this parking lot is limited. This includes using the restrooms, stopping to inflate your floatation device, use of picnic tables and grilling areas. If you are planning to bring multiple vehicles to any of these fee based parking areas and get out of the vehicle for any period of time, you will be expected to pay the $10 fee. Allowing multiple vehicles to stop and occupy parking space without paying the $10 fee, is preventing those that are willing to pay the fee, the opportunity to do so. Refusal to pay the parking fee can result in a fine in excess of $100. The only pass accepted for free entry into the day-use areas is the seasonal pass that is sold by Explorus. The other pass that gets you 1/2 off the daily $10 fee, is the America the Beautiful, LIFETIME PASS ONLY. That includes the Senior, Veteran, or Disabled Pass only. Explorus does not honor the ANNUAL America the Beautiful Pass. Also, please keep in mind that the day-use areas and campgrounds along the river are Federal properties. This means that the State Parks Pass that you may have purchased through your car registration process does not apply. Please read the sign boards carefully, as they explain the passes that are accepted and those that are not. Along the South Platte River, from Deckers Corner to Nighthawk(Pine Creek Rd) there are 16 free public parking areas and 2 public restrooms. For up to date conditions, check out our tubing/floating page. https://discoverdeckers.com/tubing-paddle-boarding-kayaking/
Floating Conditions-Deckers, CO-July 24, 2023
fishing reportFloating Update-Deckers, July 24, 2023
Flows through Deckers this morning, 165cfs. Friends, this is getting to the really low side of being able to float the river. At 167cfs, you have some spots that you may have to walk through. Finding a section and repeating is going to make your day much more enjoyable. One of the big issues we see when the flow is this low is busted tubes along the river. Please don’t be that person and pick up your garbage. If you are planning on floating the river today, just be sure to be equipped with proper safety gear and never float alone. It’s going to be a warm one folks! Highs in the 90’s. Please read the safety information below, as this should be your number one priority. Also, please keep in mind the rules around parking, camping, and day-use areas as you enjoy your time on the South Platte. BRING CASH! You cannot use your debit/credit card to pay for day-use fees. Please be aware that you will have to pay for each vehicle that enters the day-use area parking lots. What this specifically means is that ALL vehicles that are utilizing the parking lot must pay the $10 day-use fee. There is NO FREE TEMPORARY PARKING at the day-use areas along the river. Season passes for access to the day-use areas are only $100. Thanks for continuing to support the website and our National Forests.
Chris
Weather forecast and temperature for today – Monday, Jul 24.
Partly Cloudy
The temperature is forecasted to vary between a tropical 91.4°F (33°C) and a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C).
The maximum temperature will be uncommonly higher than the average highest temperature of 76.1°F (24.5°C) in July.
Sunrise was at 5:54 am and sunset will be at 8:20 pm; the daylight will last for 14h and 26min.
Current condition and temperature – Deckers, CO
Sunny
The temperature is an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C). The current temperature is near the lowest predicted 66.2°F (19°C) for today.
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What will be the maximum temperature in Deckers today?
The maximum temperature will be significantly higher than the average highest temperature of 76.1°F (24.5°C) in July. The lowest temperature will be also significantly higher than the average low of 51.8°F (11°C).
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Floating Conditions-Deckers, July 23, 2023
NewsFloating Update-Deckers. Sunday, July 23, 2023
Flows through Deckers this morning, 165cfs. Friends, this is getting to the really low end of being able to float the river. At 167cfs, you have some spots that you may have to walk through. Finding a section and repeating is going to make your day much more enjoyable. One of the big issues we see when the flow is this low is busted tubes along the river. Please don’t be that person and pick up your garbage. If you are planning on floating the river today, just be sure to be equipped with proper safety gear and never float alone. It’s going to be a warm one folks! Highs in the 90’s. Please read the safety information below, as this should be your number one priority. Also, please keep in mind the rules around parking, camping, and day-use areas as you enjoy your time on the South Platte. BRING CASH! You cannot use your debit/credit card to pay for day-use fees. Please be aware that you will have to pay for each vehicle that enters the day-use area parking lots. What this specifically means is that ALL vehicles that are utilizing the parking lot must pay the $10 day-use fee. There is NO FREE TEMPORARY PARKING at the day-use areas along the river. Season passes for access to the day-use areas are only $100. Thanks for continuing to support the website and our National Forests.
Weather forecast and temperature for today – Sunday, Jul 23.
Partly Cloudy
The highest temperature will be a hot 91.4°F (33°C), while the lowest temperature will be a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C).
The highest temperature today will be noticeably higher than the average maximum of 76.1°F (24.5°C) in July.
Sunrise will be at 5:53 am and sunset at 8:21 pm; the daylight will last for 14h and 28min.
Current condition and temperature – Deckers, CO
Clear
The temperature is an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). The current temperature is almost at the minimum-predicted 64.4°F (18°C) for today.
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Floating Conditions-Deckers, July 22, 2023
NewsFloating Update
Saturday, July 22, 2023
Flows through Deckers this morning, 163.5cfs. Friends, this is getting to the really low end of being able to float the river, and it be enjoyable! At 163.5cfs, you will be better off finding faster water elsewhere. If you decide to come anyway, finding a section and repeating it is going to make your day much more enjoyable. One of the big issues we see when the flow is this low is busted tubes along the river. Please don’t be that person and pick up your garbage. If you are planning on floating the river today, just be sure to be equipped with proper safety gear and never float alone. It’s going to be a warm one today, so be prepared with lots of water and sunscreen. Temps in the upper 80’s, low 90’s. Please read the safety information below, as this should be your number one priority. Also, please keep in mind the rules around parking, camping, and day-use areas as you enjoy your time on the South Platte. BRING CASH! You cannot use your debit/credit card to pay for day-use fees. Please be aware that you will have to pay for each vehicle that enters the day-use area parking lots. What this specifically means is that ALL vehicles that are utilizing the parking lot must pay the $10 day-use fee. There is NO FREE TEMPORARY PARKING at the day-use areas along the river. Season passes for access to the day-use areas are only $100. Thanks for continuing to support the website and our National Forests.
Chris
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Floating Update-Deckers. July 21, 2023
NewsGood Morning Everyone!
Flows through Deckers this morning, 167cfs. Friends, this is getting to the really low side of being able to float the river. At 167cfs, you will be better off finding faster water elsewhere. Finding a section and repeating is going to make your day much more enjoyable. One of the big issues we see when the flow is this low is busted tubes along the river. Please don’t be that person and pick up your garbage. If you are planning on floating the river today, just be sure to be equipped with proper safety gear and never float alone. Mostly sunny today, with highs in the upper 70’s and low 80’s. Please read the safety information below, as this should be your number one priority. Also, please keep in mind the rules around parking, camping, and day-use areas as you enjoy your time on the South Platte. BRING CASH! You cannot use your debit/credit card to pay for day-use fees. Please be aware that you will have to pay for each vehicle that enters the day-use area parking lots. What this specifically means is that ALL vehicles that are utilizing the parking lot must pay the $10 day-use fee. There is NO FREE TEMPORARY PARKING at the day-use areas along the river. Season passes for access to the day-use areas are only $100. Thanks for continuing to support the website and our National Forests.
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How the Day-Use areas work, on the South Platte
camping, NewsGreetings Everyone!
Day-use/Picnic area Information
Along the S.Platte River there are many areas to park and launch your craft! However, there are a few things you should be aware of, as the volume of people visiting the area has grown tremendously over the last few seasons. As an employee of ExplorUS myself, I would to explain a few things about the fee based day-use areas and the public parking areas. Trailers are not permitted in the day-use areas along the river. Overnight camping is NOT permitted in the day-use areas. If you are planning to access one of the fee based areas, which are Bridge Crossing, Platte River Campground/Day use, Ouzel Campground/Day use, Scraggy View, Willow Bend, or Osprey Campground/Day use areas, be prepared to pay the $10 fee. Remember to bring cash or a check. ExplorUS does not accept credit or debit cards at this time. Each vehicle entering the parking lot will be expected to pay the $10 fee, as space in this parking lot is limited. This includes using the restrooms, stopping to inflate your floatation device, use of picnic tables and grilling areas. If you are planning to bring multiple vehicles to any of these fee based parking areas and get out of the vehicle for any period of time, you will be expected to pay the $10 fee. Allowing multiple vehicles to stop and occupy parking space without paying the $10 fee, is preventing those that are willing to pay the fee, the opportunity to do so. Refusal to pay the parking fee can result in a fine in excess of $100. The only pass accepted for free entry into the day-use areas is the seasonal pass that is sold by Explorus. The other pass that gets you 1/2 off the daily $10 fee, is the America the Beautiful, LIFETIME PASS ONLY. That includes the Senior, Veteran, or Disabled Pass only. Explorus does not honor the ANNUAL America the Beautiful Pass. Also, please keep in mind that the day-use areas and campgrounds along the river are Federal properties. This means that the State Parks Pass that you may have purchased through your car registration process does not apply. Please read the sign boards carefully, as they explain the passes that are accepted and those that are not. Along the South Platte River, from Deckers Corner to Nighthawk(Pine Creek Rd) there are 16 free public parking areas and 2 public restrooms. For up to date conditions, check out our tubing/floating page. https://discoverdeckers.com/tubing-paddle-boarding-kayaking/
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