Arkansas River, Leadville-Salida: Map #2303

Waterproof fishing and river recreation map of the Arkansas River from Leadville to Salida — rapids classification, access points, fishing sites, and public lands.

The National Geographic Fishing & River Map 2303 covers the Arkansas River from Leadville through Buena Vista to Salida — the upper Arkansas headwaters section with some of Colorado's most popular whitewater runs and excellent Gold Medal fishing. Rapid classifications, fishing access points, campgrounds, public land boundaries, and river features on waterproof, tear-resistant paper with a full UTM grid for GPS navigation.

Coverage includes:

• Arkansas River from Leadville to Salida
• Buena Vista whitewater park and surrounding runs
• Rapid classifications and locations
• Gold Medal fishing water and access points
• Campgrounds, put-ins, take-outs, and recreation sites
• Public vs. private land boundaries

Key specs:

• SKU: NGFR2303
• Scale: 1" = ½ mile
• Folded size: 4.25" x 9.38"
• Material: Waterproof, tear-resistant paper with stainless steel staples
• Full UTM grid for GPS navigation
• Weight: ~3.2 oz

Why it works:

The upper Arkansas from Leadville to Salida is one of Colorado's most popular whitewater destinations, with the Buena Vista area offering runs for all skill levels. The river also holds excellent trout fishing throughout this stretch. This map covers the full corridor with the rapid classification, access point, and fishing detail needed for planning trips on the upper Arkansas.

Ideal for: Rafters, kayakers, and fly fishers on the upper Arkansas River from Leadville to Salida. See also NGFR2304 for the Salida-Cañon City section and NGFR001 for the full Arkansas River bundle.