Best paddling near Alma

7 paddle runs · 7 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Alma, Colorado — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 7 of 7 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Breckenridge Whitewater Park (Town Run)
#1 Breckenridge Whitewater Park (Town Run) Poor
12.3 mi away
· 37 cfs · below min (200)· Falling -4% / 24h
The Breckenridge Whitewater Park Town Run on the Blue River in Colorado is an exciting and challenging river run with various obstacles. The river difficulty ranges from class II…
Why 19: live conditions (poor)
19Rated
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East Fork Arkansas River
#2 East Fork Arkansas River Poor
5.5 mi away
· 1 cfs · below min (200)· Windy · 30 mph· Thunderstorms in forecast
The East Fork Arkansas River, also known as the Whitewater River Run, is a popular destination for kayaking and rafting enthusiasts in Colorado. The ideal streamflow range for…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Upper-Upper Ten Mile
#3 Upper-Upper Ten Mile Poor
9.3 mi away
· 43 cfs · below min (600)· Windy · 31 mph
The Upper Upper Ten Mile River Run in Colorado is a challenging class IV whitewater run that is best suited for experienced paddlers. The run features technical drops and tight…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Arkansas River Segment 1
#4 Arkansas River Segment 1 Poor
13.0 mi away
· 26 cfs · below min (200)· Falling -5% / 24h· Cold day · 38°F
The Whitewater River Run on the Arkansas River Segment 1 in Colorado is considered an ideal location for whitewater rafting and kayaking. The ideal streamflow range for this…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Upper Ten Mile
#5 Upper Ten Mile Poor
14.0 mi away
· 43 cfs · below min (600)· Windy · 31 mph
The Upper Ten Mile River Run in Colorado offers a thrilling and challenging adventure for experienced whitewater enthusiasts. This section of water contains several technical…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Middle Ten Mile
#6 Middle Ten Mile Poor
14.7 mi away
· 43 cfs · below min (350)· Windy · 31 mph
The Middle Ten Mile River Run in Colorado is a Class III whitewater section with some technical rapids and obstacles like rocks and drops. The best time to float this section is…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Lower Ten Mile
#7 Lower Ten Mile Poor
17.3 mi away
· 43 cfs · below min (300)· Windy · 31 mph
The lower ten-mile river run in Colorado is a moderately difficult section of water that offers exciting rapids and stunning scenery. The river features several class III and IV…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated

Paddling near Alma

The Alma area has 7 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best paddling near Alma

How are these paddle runs ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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