2026-03-07T00:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12 inches with the highest amounts along the east facing slopes of the Sawatch range. * WHERE...Central Chaffee County Below 9000 Feet, Lake County Below 11000 Feet, Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet, and East Chaffee County Above 9000 Feet. * WHEN...Until midnight MST tonight. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Expect deteriorating travel conditions Friday morning with slick and snow covered roads through Friday evening.
Summary
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.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 214 cfs (11.27 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 88% |
| Optimal Range | 200-5000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II+ to III+ |
| Elevation | 8,629 ft |
| Run Length | 1.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 157 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 11.0 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 07087050 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Arkansas River Below Granite
|
157cfs |
Arkansas River Near Nathrop
|
258cfs |
Clear Creek Above Clear Creek Reservoir
|
-999cfs |
Arkansas River At Granite
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82cfs |
Lake Creek Above Twin Lakes Reservoir
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-999cfs |
Arkansas River At Salida
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239cfs |
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