Best paddling near Blanding

13 paddle runs · 13 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Blanding, Utah — 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 13 of 13 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Sand Island to Mexican Hat
#1 Sand Island to Mexican Hat Fair
25.0 mi away
· 383 cfs · below min (500)
The Sand Island to Mexican Hat river run in Utah is a 26-mile stretch of the San Juan River that offers a moderately challenging float. The rapids are rated Class II-III and are…
Why 68: live conditions (fair)
68Top-rated
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Eastern Border For Natural Bridges National Monument To Western Border Of Natural Bridges National Monument
#2 Eastern Border For Natural Bridges National Monument To Western Border Of Natural Bridges National Monument Fair
30.7 mi away
· 383 cfs · below min (500)
The Whitewater River Run in Utah is a popular route that spans from the eastern border of Natural Bridges National Monument to the western border, covering a distance of…
Why 68: live conditions (fair)
68Top-rated
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San Juan River
#3 San Juan River Fair
39.3 mi away
· 383 cfs · below min (500)
. The San Juan River is a popular whitewater destination in Utah, offering a variety of challenges for kayakers, rafters, and other river enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range…
Why 68: live conditions (fair)
68Top-rated
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Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Colorado River/Lake Powell
#4 Eastern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Confluence With Colorado River/Lake Powell Fair
40.7 mi away
· 383 cfs · below min (500)
Why 68: live conditions (fair)
68Top-rated
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West Section Line Sec 2, T38N, R16W (Below Mcphee Reservoir) To Bradfield Ranch Bridge
#5 West Section Line Sec 2, T38N, R16W (Below Mcphee Reservoir) To Bradfield Ranch Bridge Poor
37.1 mi away
· 99 cfs · below min (400)· Falling -6% / 24h
The West Section of the Whitewater River in Colorado is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 500-800 cfs, which…
Why 25: live conditions (poor)
25Rated
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Dolores River - Mcphee To Bedrock Segment In Tres Rios Field Office
#6 Dolores River - Mcphee To Bedrock Segment In Tres Rios Field Office Poor
45.0 mi away
· 99 cfs · below min (400)· Falling -6% / 24h
The Dolores River, McPhee to Bedrock segment is considered one of the most exciting river runs in Colorado. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 800 and 3000…
Why 25: live conditions (poor)
25Rated
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Fable Valley
#7 Fable Valley Poor
40.5 mi away
· 5 cfs · below min (100)
The Whitewater River Run in Fable Valley, Utah is an exciting rafting destination for adventure enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 900-1200 cubic…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Slickrock to Bedrock
#8 Slickrock to Bedrock Poor
42.0 mi away
· 1 cfs · below min (800)· Rising +16% / 24h
The Slickrock to Bedrock river run on the Dolores River in Utah is a challenging route that requires significant whitewater experience. The section is characterized by steep…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Bradfield Ranch Bridge To Dissappointment Creek
#9 Bradfield Ranch Bridge To Dissappointment Creek Poor
42.1 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (800)
. The Whitewater River Run from Bradfield Ranch Bridge to Disappointment Creek in Colorado is a popular destination for rafters and kayakers. The ideal streamflow range for this…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Dark Canyon
#10 Dark Canyon Poor
45.9 mi away
· 5 cfs · below min (100)
Dark Canyon, located in the state of Utah, is a spectacular 7-mile run on the Whitewater River. The ideal streamflow range for this stretch of water is between 100 and 500 cfs…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. To Confluence With Colorado River
#11 Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. To Confluence With Colorado River Poor
46.1 mi away
· 5 cfs · below min (100)
The Whitewater River Run within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is a popular destination for river enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this stretch of river is…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Dissappointment Creek To Little Gypsum Valley Bridge
#12 Dissappointment Creek To Little Gypsum Valley Bridge Poor
47.8 mi away
· 0 cfs · below min (800)
The Whitewater River Run from Dissappointment Creek to Little Gypsum Valley Bridge is a popular adventure for whitewater enthusiasts in Colorado. The ideal streamflow range for…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Northern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Lake Powell
#13 Northern Boundary Of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area To Lake Powell Poor
48.5 mi away
· 5 cfs · below min (100)
The Whitewater River Run, located in Utah, stretches from the northern boundary of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area to Lake Powell and is a popular destination for whitewater…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated

Paddling near Blanding

The Blanding area has 13 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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