Colorado Whitewater
HEADWATERS TO HOLY CROSS WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
STREAMFLOW: 73 CFS
The Headwaters To Holy Cross Wilderness Boundary run on the Whitewater River in Colorado is ideal for intermediate to advanced rafters. With a class rating of III-IV, this run spans a distance of 22 miles and features several notable rapids and obstacles. The ideal streamflow range for the Whitewater River is between 500 and 2500 cfs, which generally occurs during the spring runoff season from April to June.
Some of the more notable rapids on this stretch of the Whitewater River include Corkscrew, Guide's Revenge, and Sledgehammer. These rapids feature technical maneuvers and require precise navigation by the rafter. Other obstacles on this run include rocks, drops, and narrow channels.
In terms of regulations, the Whitewater River is managed by the Bureau of Land Management, which requires all rafters to obtain a permit before launching. Additionally, all rafters are required to wear a personal flotation device and follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize the impact on the environment.
Overall, the Headwaters To Holy Cross Wilderness Boundary run on the Whitewater River in Colorado offers a thrilling and challenging experience for rafters who are looking for a technical and scenic whitewater adventure. Get driving directions.
Some of the more notable rapids on this stretch of the Whitewater River include Corkscrew, Guide's Revenge, and Sledgehammer. These rapids feature technical maneuvers and require precise navigation by the rafter. Other obstacles on this run include rocks, drops, and narrow channels.
In terms of regulations, the Whitewater River is managed by the Bureau of Land Management, which requires all rafters to obtain a permit before launching. Additionally, all rafters are required to wear a personal flotation device and follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize the impact on the environment.
Overall, the Headwaters To Holy Cross Wilderness Boundary run on the Whitewater River in Colorado offers a thrilling and challenging experience for rafters who are looking for a technical and scenic whitewater adventure. Get driving directions.
Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
River Levels | 147 cfs (4.01 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 167% |
Reporting Streamgauge | EAGLE RIVER AT RED CLIFF, CO. |
Elevation | 8,785 ft. |
River | Eagle-River |
Watershed | Eagle |
Nearby Camping
Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Elk Wallow | 7 | 8,829 ft | |||
Baby Doe | 50 | 9,913 ft | |||
Halfmoon East | 6 | 9,923 ft | |||
Portal | 5 | 10,576 ft | |||
Molly Brown | 49 | 9,897 ft | |||
Pumphouse | 14 | 7,491 ft | |||
Hornsilver | 7 | 8,843 ft | |||
Matchless | 17 | 9,903 ft | |||
Radium - Kremmling RMA - Rafting ramp | Numerous | 6,867 ft | |||
White Star | 66 | 9,256 ft | |||
Mayqueen | 27 | 9,884 ft | |||
Tigiwon | 9 | 9,994 ft | |||
Belle of Colorado | 19 | 9,924 ft | |||
Halfmoon West | 16 | 9,932 ft | |||
Lakeview - Twin Lakes | 27 | 9,511 ft | |||
Silver Dollar | 43 | 9,905 ft | |||
Blodgett | 6 | 8,836 ft | |||
Twin Peaks | 37 | 9,615 ft | |||
Father Dyer | 26 | 9,953 ft | |||
Parry Peak | 26 | 9,430 ft | |||
Elbert Creek | 17 | 10,095 ft | |||
Tabor | 44 | 9,897 ft | |||
Halfmoon | 7 | 10,294 ft | |||
Gold Park | 11 | 9,246 ft |
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