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South Platte River Greenway

South Platte River Greenway
700 Water Street
Denver CO 80211
303-561-4450
http://wildlife.state.co.us/Education/TeacherResources/ColoradoWildlifeCompany/SPlatteCWCSpr1993.htm
Once the Platte River reaches Adams County, the heavy concentration of industrial activity along its banks eases. The river curves northeast and begins its course across the flat and open prairie, giving glimpses of the broad, free-flowing river compellingly evoked by James A. Michener in his Colorado novel Centennial. This area was once the agricultural center for Denver and there are still some small working farms, including one that grows onions
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