Shoshone (Power Plant To Grizzly Creek)
Class III- TO IV Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 3,380 CFS
Runnable49°, Windy. Snow Showers Likely Then Rain/Snow Likely
The Shoshone Power Plant to Grizzly Creek section of the Colorado River is a popular river run in Colorado. This class III-IV section includes exciting rapids like Tombstone, Maneater, and Pinball. The best time to float this section is from May to September with recommended flows between 1,500 and 5,000 cfs. The river can be challenging for inexperienced paddlers with obstacles like waves, holes, and rocks. It is recommended to have a guide or experience before attempting this section. Overall, it is a thrilling run with stunning scenery and wildlife sightings.
Weather today, Rain and snow showers likely. Some thunder is also possible. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 49. Windy, with a west southwest wind 25 to 35 mph, with gusts as high as 50 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III- to IV |
| Elevation | 6,113 ft |
| Run Length | 1.7 Mi |
| Gradient | 49 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 3380 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 4.8 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
Colorado River Near Dotsero
USGS 09070500 |
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