Lower Blue (Green Mountain To Spring Creek)
Class II+ TO III Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 179 CFS
Too Low37°, Snow Showers Likely And Patchy Blowing Snow
The Lower Blue Green Mountain to Spring Creek river run on the Blue River in Colorado is a Class II-III white water run with a few Class IV drops. The run is about 8 miles long and has multiple riffles, eddies, and standing waves. The best time to float this section is during the spring and early summer months with recommended flows of 500-1000 cfs. There are several river obstacles such as strainers, rocks, and downed trees that require skilled navigation. Overall, this run is perfect for intermediate paddlers looking for an exciting challenge.
Weather today, Snow showers likely, mainly before 11am. Some thunder is also possible. Patchy blowing snow before 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 37. Windy, with a west southwest wind 26 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 48 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.
Status | Too Low |
Class Level | II+ to III |
Elevation | 7,739 ft |
Run Length | 3.8 Mi |
Gradient | 50 FPM |
Streamflow Discharge | 179 cfs |
Gauge Height | 3.4 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Blue River Below Green Mountain Reservoir
USGS 09057500 |