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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 CURECANTI NATIONAL RECREATION AREA BOUNDARY  TO  HIGH WATER LINE OF MORROW POINT RESERVOIR
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