Best paddling near Hartsel

6 paddle runs · 6 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Hartsel, 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 6 of 6 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Arkansas River Segment 2
#1 Arkansas River Segment 2 Fair
16.9 mi away
· 175 cfs · below min (200)· Falling -3% / 24h
. The Whitewater River Run Arkansas River Segment 2 is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts in Colorado. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 800 -…
Why 70: live conditions (fair)
70Top-rated
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Fractions
#2 Fractions Fair
17.2 mi away
· 175 cfs · below min (200)· Falling -3% / 24h
The Fractions River Run on the Arkansas River in Colorado is a Class III section of water that is best floated from May to August. The water level can range from 700-1300 CFS…
Why 70: live conditions (fair)
70Top-rated
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Buena Vista Whitewater Park
#3 Buena Vista Whitewater Park Fair
16.8 mi away
· 255 cfs · below min (300)· Falling -6% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Buena Vista Whitewater Park on the Arkansas River is a popular river run for kayakers and rafters. The park features several challenging obstacles, including a series of…
Why 68: live conditions (fair)
68Top-rated
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Browns Canyon (Fisherman's Bridge to Stone Bridge)
#4 Browns Canyon (Fisherman's Bridge to Stone Bridge) Fair
19.3 mi away
· 255 cfs · below min (300)· Falling -6% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Browns Canyon Fisherman's Bridge to Stone Bridge river run on the Arkansas River in Colorado is a Class II-III rapids section with stunning views of the canyon. The river is…
Why 68: live conditions (fair)
68Top-rated
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Numbers
#5 Numbers Marginal
19.6 mi away
· 175 cfs · below min (300)· Falling -3% / 24h
The Numbers River Run in Colorado on the Arkansas River provides an exciting class IV-V whitewater experience with steep drops, boulder gardens, and tight channels. This section…
Why 53: live conditions (marginal)
53Solid
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Milk Run
#6 Milk Run Poor
17.4 mi away
· 175 cfs · below min (400)· Falling -3% / 24h
The Milk Run section of the Arkansas River in Colorado is a great option for beginners and families looking for a mellow float. This section offers Class I-II rapids with no major…
Why 41: live conditions (poor)
41Rated

Paddling near Hartsel

The Hartsel area has 6 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 Hartsel

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.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

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