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Slaughterhouse
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The Slaughterhouse section of the Roaring Fork, located near the town of Aspen offers nearly 5 miles of action for the advanced paddler. Complete with excellent scenery, solitude, and the heart-stopping plunge of Slaughterhouse Falls.
Recommended White Water Rafting Trips on Slaughterhouse – Roaring Fork River:
Trip Name: Slaughterhouse Falls Half Day
Sections Included: Slaughterhouse
Outfitter: Aspen Whitewater Rafting
Learn More: www.aspenwhitewater.com ~ 970.920.3511
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Roaring Fork River – Slaughterhouse Whitewater Rafting Details:
Difficulty: Class IV-V (What does this mean?)
Elevation: 7700′ to 7350′
Average Gradient: 77.7′ per mile
Access to Access
Slaughterhouse Bridge (Stein Park) to Upper Woody Creek Bridge (Jaffee Park): 4.5 miles
Total Mileage: 4.5 miles
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Information for Roaring Fork River Self-Guided Boaters:
The Roaring Fork River (Slaughterhouse and Wood Creek & Toothache sections) are in Pitkin county and is managed by the City of Aspen.
- Boating Permit Required: NO
- Permit Details: No fee of any kind is required to float this section of river.
- River Manager: City of Aspen and Pitkin County Open Space and Trails
123 Emma Road, Suite 106, Basalt, CO 81621
970.920.5200 ~ https://www.pitkincounty.com/772/Properties-Trails
Shuttles:
Please contact the river manager (above) for information on shuttles.