Cheeseman Dam To Wigman Club river run
Cheeseman Dam To Wigman Club
The segment mileage for this run is approximately 10 miles, with rapids such as "The Toilet Bowl" and "The Squeezebox" providing thrilling challenges for kayakers. It is important to note that this run requires advanced kayaking skills and experience due to the technical nature of the rapids and obstacles.
Specific regulations for this area include the requirement of a Colorado State Parks pass, as well as proper safety equipment such as a personal flotation device and helmet. It is also important to note that this section of the river may be closed during certain times of the year due to high water levels or other factors.
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 Cheeseman Dam To Wigman Club -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| So. Platte R. Blw Brush Cr. Nr Trumbull Co | 156 cfs | → |
| South Platte River Below Cheesman Lake | 149 cfs | → |
| South Platte River Above Cheesman Lake | 290 cfs | → |
| West Cr. Abv Shrewsbury Gulch Nr Westcreek Co | 1 cfs | → |
| Trout Creek Blw Fern Cr Nr Westcreek | 1 cfs | → |
| South Platte River At South Platte | 381 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.
Other river runs
- Wigman Club To Strontia Reservoir
- Cliffdale To Confluence With South Platte
- Foxton
- Estabrook To Cliffdale
- Bailey Canyon
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Cheesman Reservoir
- South Platte River
- Wellington Lake
- Pine Valley Ranch Pond
- Manitou Lake
- Strontia Springs Reservoir
Parks
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 Cheeseman Dam To Wigman Club 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 Cheeseman Dam To Wigman Club
What's the optimal flow for Cheeseman Dam To Wigman Club?
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 Cheeseman Dam To Wigman Club.