Frisco Kayak Park

Construction is expected to begin this autumn to create a whitewater feature for kayakers in Ten Mile Creek near the trailhead parking lot in Frisco.

The ideal dates for use, because of the water run-off, will be from May through July and the goal is for it to be ready next spring, said Jocelyn Mills, senior planner with the Town of Frisco.

To create the whitewater feature, rocks will be reconfigured and bank improvements are planned. Basically, it involves making a "more fun feature for kayakers ... more of a challenge," Mills said, adding that it will likely improve fishing as well.T he project will not change the level or appearance of the creek, but it involves restructuring a fish habitat that was built there in the early 90s, she said.

About three years ago, the idea for the project came up and the town has been working ever since to get the necessary permits. Currently, they are waiting for Colorado Department of Transportation and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approvals. Town officials are hoping to have both in hand by this summer, Mills said. Bidding is expected to take place this summer for this first phase, and Frisco Town Council has allocated $100,000 in the budget for the Ten Mile Creek Kayak Park.