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PARADOX AND MESA CANYON (BEDROCK TO GATEWAY)

Whitewater River Run





Utah Dolores River

Paradox And Mesa Canyon (Bedrock To Gateway)

Class II+ Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 401 CFS

Too Low
63°, Mostly Sunny And Breezy

The Dolores River's Paradox and Mesa Canyon Bedrock to Gateway is a thrilling river run with class III and IV rapids, making it a moderate to difficult challenge for experienced kayakers and rafters. The river has tight turns and steep drops, with obstacles such as large boulders and narrow channels. The best time to float this section of water is in late spring or early summer when the water is high, with recommended CFS of 800 to 1,500. The scenic canyon views and challenging rapids make this a must-try adventure for experienced river runners.

Weather today, Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Breezy, with a southwest wind 15 to 20 mph.

Status Too Low
Class Level II+
Elevation 4,171 ft
Run Length 50.0 Mi
Gradient 10 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 401 cfs
Gauge Height 7.9 ft
Reporting Streamgage Dolores River Near Cisco
USGS 09180000

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Colorado River Near Cameo
USGS 09095500
5,000 cfs 5.7 ft
Mcelmo Creek Near Colorado-Utah State Line
USGS 09372000
2 cfs 2.3 ft
Mcelmo Creek Above Trail Canyon Near Cortez
USGS 09371520
21 cfs 2.2 ft
Dolores River At Dolores
USGS 09166500
730 cfs 4.0 ft
Mud Creek At State Highway 32
USGS 09371492
5 cfs 1.6 ft
Lost Canyon Creek Near Dolores
USGS 09166950
3 cfs 2.4 ft
Castle Creek Below Castle Valley Near Moab
USGS 09182400
4 cfs 5.8 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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