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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 man-made drops, eddies, and waves. The river run difficulty is rated Class III-IV, making it suitable for experienced paddlers. The best time of year to float this section of water is during the spring and early summer, when water levels range from 1,000 to 3,000 cfs. At higher levels, the river can become too dangerous to navigate. Overall, the Buena Vista Whitewater Park river run offers a thrilling adventure for those seeking a challenging and exciting experience on the water.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 214 cfs (11.27 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 88% |
| Optimal Range | 200-5000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II+ to III+ |
| Elevation | 8,629 ft |
| Run Length | 1.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 226 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 11.3 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 07087050 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
| Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
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TOMICHI CREEK AT SARGENTS
2024-11-01T02:00:00.000-06:00 |
42cfs | 1.78ft | 8418ft |
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COTTON CREEK NEAR MINERAL HOT SPRINGS
2024-12-20T23:45:00.000 |
6cfs | 1.48ft | 8591ft |
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PINOS CREEK NEAR DEL NORTE
2024-12-20T23:15:00.000 |
-999cfs | 1.17ft | 8475ft |
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SAGUACHE CREEK NEAR SAGUACHE
2024-12-20T23:15:00.000 |
51cfs | 1.53ft | 8035ft |
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RIO GRANDE NEAR MONTE VISTA
2024-12-20T23:15:00.000 |
257cfs | 3.33ft | 7663ft |
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SOUTH FORK RIO GRANDE AT SOUTH FORK
2024-12-20T23:15:00.000 |
-999cfs | 0.00ft | 8229ft |
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SAN FRANCISCO C AT UPPER STA
2024-12-20T23:45:00.000 |
-999cfs | 0.00ft | 8941ft |
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