2026-04-16T20:00:00-06:00
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 8 PM MDT THURSDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 22 expected. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures possible. * WHERE...Central Colorado River Basin. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM MDT Thursday. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Thursday. For the Freeze Watch, from Friday evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Summary
The best time to float this section is during the late spring and early summer when the water levels are higher, with a recommended minimum flow of 1,000 cfs. One of the main obstacles on this run is the Burns Rapid, a Class III rapid that requires some maneuvering. Overall, this run offers scenic views and some fun rapids for intermediate paddlers.
Regional Streamflow Levels
Eagle River Below Gypsum
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255cfs |
Piney River Near State Bridge
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33cfs |
Colorado River Near Dotsero
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1140cfs |
Lake Creek Near Edwards
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20cfs |
Eagle R Bl Wastewater Treatment Plant At Avon
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190cfs |
Beaver Creek At Avon
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7cfs |
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1380 cfs (2.77 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 98% |
| Optimal Range | 500-6000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | I to IV |
| Elevation | 6,113 ft |
| Run Length | 29.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 15 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1140 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.5 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09070500 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Colorado River Camp
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Catamount Bridge Campground
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Catamount
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Pinball Point
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Pinball Camping Area
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Derby Loop Camp
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Burns to Dotsero
State Bridge to Two Bridges
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