Class I Platte River, NE

Platte River Canoe Trail (North Bend to Shilling State Wildlife Management Area)

Snowmelt from the Colorado Rockies at the Continental Divide is the initial water source for both the North and South Platte rivers. They converge at the city of North Platte forming the Platte River proper, and end at the Missouri River near Plattsmouth. From the Colorado Rocky Mountains to Plattsmouth, the combined rivers flow a total of 900 miles; more than 580 miles within Nebraska.

Section Details

Trip Length Multiday, 71.3 Miles
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Manager State, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
Wild & Scenic No
Water Trail Yes
Partner Information http://outdoornebraska.gov/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/NGPC_Trails_Platte_River.pdf
http://outdoornebraska.gov/watertrails/
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