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CARBONDALE TO WESTBANK (PINK TO BLACK)

Whitewater River Run





Colorado Roaring Fork River

Carbondale To Westbank (Pink To Black)

Class II Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 1,070 CFS

Runnable
50°, Windy. Snow Showers Likely Then Rain/Snow Likely

The Carbondale to Westbank Pink to Black River run on the Roaring Fork River in Colorado is a Class II to III river, making it suitable for intermediate paddlers. The best time to float this section of water is from May to September, with a recommended flow of 200-1000 cfs. The river features exciting rapids, including the Cemetery Rapids and the Entrance Exam, but also has sections of calm water allowing for scenic views of the surrounding mountains. Paddlers must navigate around several large boulders and be cautious of low-hanging trees. Overall, this run offers an enjoyable and adventurous experience for intermediate paddlers.

Weather today, Rain and snow showers likely before 3pm, then a chance of snow showers between 3pm and 5pm, then a chance of rain and snow showers after 5pm. Some thunder is also possible. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50. Windy, with a west wind 25 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Status Runnable
Class Level II
Elevation 5,726 ft
Run Length 7.0 Mi
Gradient 29 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 1070 cfs
Gauge Height 2.6 ft
Reporting Streamgage Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs
USGS 09085000

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Ohio Creek Above Mouth Nr Gunnison
USGS 09113980
69 cfs 3.0 ft
North Fk Gunnison River Above Mouth Nr Lazear
USGS 09136100
594 cfs 3.5 ft
Castle Creek At Aspen
USGS 09075400
43 cfs ft
Roaring Fork River Near Aspen
USGS 09073400
87 cfs 1.3 ft
N.F. Gunnison R Blw Leroux Cr
USGS 09135950
706 cfs 8.7 ft
Smith Fork Near Lazear
USGS 09129600
1 cfs 4.5 ft
East River Bl Cement Creek Nr Crested Butte
USGS 09112200
648 cfs 2.6 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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