Best paddling near Colter Bay

8 paddle runs · 8 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Colter Bay, Wyoming — 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 8 of 8 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Alpine Canyon (West Table to Sheep Gulch)
#1 Alpine Canyon (West Table to Sheep Gulch) Prime
16.3 mi away
· 10,700 cfs · in range (1,800-20,000)· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Alpine Canyon West Table to Sheep Gulch river run on the Snake River in Wyoming is a fun and challenging adventure for experienced rafters. The Class III rapids and technical…
Why 90: live conditions (prime)
90Elite
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Source, Pickle Pass To Confluence With Hoback River
#2 Source, Pickle Pass To Confluence With Hoback River Prime
17.2 mi away
· 10,700 cfs · in range (1,800-20,000)· Cold day · 44°F
The Whitewater River Run from Pickle Pass to Confluence with Hoback River is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts in Wyoming. The ideal streamflow range for this run…
Why 90: live conditions (prime)
90Elite
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Astoria to West Table
#3 Astoria to West Table Prime
9.7 mi away
· 10,700 cfs · in range (1,000-37,000)· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Astoria to West Table River Run on the Snake River in Wyoming is a scenic and challenging section of water. The river obstacles include Class III rapids, rocks, and narrow…
Why 83: live conditions (prime)
83Elite
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South Park Bridge To 1 Mile Downstream From Astoria Hot Springs (North Section Line Of Sec 5, T38N, R116W)
#4 South Park Bridge To 1 Mile Downstream From Astoria Hot Springs (North Section Line Of Sec 5, T38N, R116W) Prime
6.8 mi away
· 9,530 cfs · in range (1,000-37,000)· Cold day · 42°F
The whitewater river run from South Park Bridge to 1 mile downstream from Astoria Hot Springs in Wyoming is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow…
Why 82: live conditions (prime)
82Elite
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Cliff Creek Confluence To Snake River Confluence
#5 Cliff Creek Confluence To Snake River Confluence
12.0 mi away
The Whitewater River Run from Cliff Creek Confluence to Snake River Confluence in Wyoming is a popular river trip for experienced whitewater enthusiasts. This segment has a class…
Why 65: a defined runnable stretch
65Top-rated
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Source To Cliff Creek Trailhead
#6 Source To Cliff Creek Trailhead
17.4 mi away
The Whitewater River Run from Source to Cliff Creek Trailhead in Wyoming is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between…
Why 65: a defined runnable stretch
65Top-rated
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Hoback Canyon
#7 Hoback Canyon
9.1 mi away
High flows turn this run into a rompy class III while lower water brings a peaceful scenic float in beautiful Hoback Canyon.  Hazards include boulders, sweepers and logjams.
Why 50: a defined runnable stretch
50Solid
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Granite Creek
#8 Granite Creek Marginal
9.3 mi away
· 600 cfs · above max (400)
The Granite Creek River Run on the Gros Ventre River in Wyoming is a challenging Class IV to V run that is best tackled by experienced whitewater paddlers. This section of the…
Why 31: live conditions (marginal)
31Rated

Paddling near Colter Bay

The Colter Bay area has 9 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 Colter Bay

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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