Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115 river run
Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115
This section of the river is rated as Class III to IV, meaning it contains moderate to difficult rapids with powerful currents, steep drops, and tight channels. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 0.5 miles upstream from the end of County Hwy 115 to the river's end.
The specific river rapids and obstacles include several Class III rapids, such as "Pinball," "The Squeeze," and "The Notch," as well as the Class IV rapid "Leap of Faith." Paddlers must be skilled and experienced to navigate these rapids safely.
There are specific regulations to this area, including a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a minimum age limit of 14 for participants. Additionally, all paddlers must wear appropriate safety gear, such as helmets and life jackets, and follow Leave No Trace principles to preserve the natural environment. Multiple sources, including the American Whitewater website and various guidebooks, confirm the accuracy of this information.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115 -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South St. Vrain Creek Near Ward | 26 cfs | → |
| Grand Lake Outlet Blw Chipmunk Ln At Grand Lk | 212 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Bl Shadow Mountain Reservoir | 23 cfs | → |
| Left Hand Creek Near Boulder | 49 cfs | → |
| St. Vrain Creek At Lyons | 123 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Below Lake Granby | 103 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
Other river runs
- Begins 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115 To Eastern Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
- Nsv
- Ssv - Confluence To Picnic Grounds
- Begins 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of Fern Lake Road To Eastern Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
- Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Away From Trail Ridge Road
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Copeland Lake - Rmnp
- Sandbeach Lake - Rmnp
- Ouzel Lake - Rmnp
- Pear Lake & Creek - Rmnp
- Peacock Pool - Rmnp
- Box Lake & Drainage - Rmnp
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115 as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115
What's the optimal flow for Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of County Hwy 115.