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THE UPPER

Whitewater River Run





Colorado Lake Creek

The Upper

Class V TO V+ Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 81 CFS

Too High
40°, Chance Snow Showers And Windy

The Upper Colorado River Run in Colorado is a Class II-III stretch of water that is approximately 16 miles long. The river is characterized by numerous rapids, including Eye of the Needle, Yarmony Rapid, and Pinball. The best time to float this section of water is during the summer months when water levels are typically between 1,500 and 3,000 cfs. However, the river is runnable year-round, and winter float trips can offer a unique and beautiful experience. Overall, this section of the Colorado River is a perfect run for beginner to intermediate paddlers.

Weather today, A 50 percent chance of snow showers, mainly between 3pm and 4pm. Some thunder is also possible. Partly sunny, with a high near 40. Windy, with a west wind 25 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 45 mph. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Status Too High
Class Level V to V+
Elevation 9,315 ft
Run Length 8.0 Mi
Gradient 125 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 81.3 cfs
Gauge Height 2.7 ft
Reporting Streamgage Lake Creek Above Twin Lakes Reservoir
USGS 07084500

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Bemrose-Hoosier Diversion Near Hoosier Pass
USGS 09044300
2 cfs 0.3 ft
Colorado R Below Baker Gulch
USGS 09010500
109 cfs 5.2 ft
Blue River Below Green Mountain Reservoir
USGS 09057500
179 cfs 3.4 ft
Colorado River Near Granby
USGS 09019500
80 cfs 1.6 ft
Mccullough-Sp-Diversion Near Hoosier Pass
USGS 09044800
2 cfs 0.3 ft
Colorado River At Windy Gap
USGS 09034250
1,410 cfs 5.9 ft
Muddy Crk Blw Wolford Mtn Reser. Nr Kremmling
USGS 09041400
155 cfs 5.2 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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