Colorado Whitewater
HEADWATERS TO BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
STREAMFLOW: -999 CFS
• Class II-III River Run
The Whitewater River Run from Headwaters to Boundary of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado is a popular destination for white water enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 500 and 1500 cfs, with the best time to run the river being from May to July. The class rating for the river varies between Class II and Class IV, depending on the segment.
The river run is approximately 26 miles long, and can be divided into three segments. The first segment is from the headwaters to the town of Tabernash, which is approximately 7 miles long and rated as Class II-III. The second segment is from Tabernash to the town of Granby and is approximately 10 miles long, with a rating of Class III-IV. The final segment is from Granby to the boundary of Rocky Mountain National Park, which is approximately 9 miles long and rated as Class II-III.
The river features several rapids and obstacles, including the Railroad Rapids, which is a Class III rapid that requires precise navigation to avoid rocks and other obstacles in the river. There are also several other Class III-IV rapids throughout the river, such as the Devil’s Elbow and the Pinball Rapids.
There are specific regulations in place for the Whitewater River Run, including a requirement for all boaters to wear personal flotation devices and a restriction on the use of motorized watercraft. Additionally, all participants in the river run must adhere to Leave No Trace principles, including properly disposing of trash and minimizing the impact on the surrounding natural environment. Get driving directions.
The river run is approximately 26 miles long, and can be divided into three segments. The first segment is from the headwaters to the town of Tabernash, which is approximately 7 miles long and rated as Class II-III. The second segment is from Tabernash to the town of Granby and is approximately 10 miles long, with a rating of Class III-IV. The final segment is from Granby to the boundary of Rocky Mountain National Park, which is approximately 9 miles long and rated as Class II-III.
The river features several rapids and obstacles, including the Railroad Rapids, which is a Class III rapid that requires precise navigation to avoid rocks and other obstacles in the river. There are also several other Class III-IV rapids throughout the river, such as the Devil’s Elbow and the Pinball Rapids.
There are specific regulations in place for the Whitewater River Run, including a requirement for all boaters to wear personal flotation devices and a restriction on the use of motorized watercraft. Additionally, all participants in the river run must adhere to Leave No Trace principles, including properly disposing of trash and minimizing the impact on the surrounding natural environment. Get driving directions.
Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
River Levels | 44 cfs (0.96 ft) |
Percent of Normal | -6691% |
Reporting Streamgauge | GRAND RIVER DITCH AT LA POUDRE PASS, CO. |
Elevation | 10,170 ft. |
River | Grand-River |
Watershed | Big Thompson |
Nearby Camping
Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Sleeping Elephant | 15 | 7,865 ft | |||
Olive Ridge | 56 | 8,361 ft | |||
Moraine Park | Numerous | 8,111 ft | |||
Marys Lake - USBR | 270 | 8,032 ft | |||
Peaceful Valley | 17 | 8,552 ft | |||
Arapaho Bay | 84 | 8,337 ft | |||
Bellaire Lake | 26 | 8,665 ft | |||
Tom Bennett | 10 | 8,963 ft | |||
Meeker Park Overflow | 29 | 8,611 ft | |||
Grand View | 9 | 10,038 ft | |||
Aspenglen - Rocky Mountain National Park | 51 | 8,227 ft | |||
North Fork Poudre | 9 | 9,159 ft | |||
Buckingham | 10 | 10,095 ft | |||
Longs Peak - Rocky Mountain National Park | 26 | 9,397 ft | |||
Pawnee | 55 | 10,354 ft | |||
Jacks Gulch | 56 | 8,100 ft | |||
Dowdy Lake | 70 | 8,176 ft | |||
Glacier Basin - Rocky Mountain National Park | 150 | 8,604 ft | |||
Big Bend | 8 | 7,717 ft | |||
West Lake | 36 | 8,254 ft | |||
Rainbow Lakes | 16 | 9,961 ft | |||
Camp Dick | 41 | 8,716 ft | |||
Long Draw | 25 | 10,059 ft |
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