Colorado Whitewater
CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA BOUNDARY TO HIGH WATER LINE OF MORROW POINT RESERVOIR
STREAMFLOW: 159 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
The Whitewater River Run in Colorado's Curecanti National Recreation Area is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this river run is between 1,000 and 3,000 cfs. At this level, the river is classified as Class III, with occasional Class IV rapids. The segment mileage for this river run is 20 miles, from the boundary of the recreation area to the high water line of Morrow Point Reservoir.
There are several notable rapids and obstacles on this river run, including the Pinnacle, a Class IV rapid. Other notable rapids include the Six Mile Gap, the Gate, and the Chukar. It is important to note that the river can be dangerous at high flows, and caution should always be exercised.
There are specific regulations that apply to this area, including restrictions on camping and campfires, as well as restrictions on the use of motorized watercraft. Visitors should also be aware that this area is home to protected wildlife, and should take care not to disturb or harm any animals.
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There are several notable rapids and obstacles on this river run, including the Pinnacle, a Class IV rapid. Other notable rapids include the Six Mile Gap, the Gate, and the Chukar. It is important to note that the river can be dangerous at high flows, and caution should always be exercised.
There are specific regulations that apply to this area, including restrictions on camping and campfires, as well as restrictions on the use of motorized watercraft. Visitors should also be aware that this area is home to protected wildlife, and should take care not to disturb or harm any animals.
Get driving directions.
Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
River Levels | 500 cfs (9.66 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 130% |
Reporting Streamgauge | CIMARRON RIVER BL SQUAW CREEK, NR CIMARRON, CO. |
Elevation | 6,863 ft. |
River | Cimarron-River |
Watershed | Upper Gunnison |
Nearby Camping
Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cimarron - Curecanti National Rec Area | 22 | 6,906 ft | |||
Beaver Lake | 11 | 8,750 ft | |||
Big Cimarron | 10 | 8,667 ft | |||
Soap Creek | 21 | 7,717 ft | |||
Ponderosa - Curecanti Area | 20 | 7,598 ft | |||
Wupperman | Numerous | 9,052 ft | |||
Lake Fork - Curecanti Area | 82 | 7,578 ft | |||
Silver Jack | 60 | 9,117 ft | |||
Big Blue | 11 | 9,653 ft |
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