Rincon La Vaca--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos river run
Rincon La Vaca--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
The class rating for this run ranges from Class III to Class IV, offering a thrilling experience with exciting rapids and obstacles. This river run covers a distance of approximately 6.5 miles, starting at the headwaters and ending at the confluence with Los Pinos.
Some of the notable rapids and obstacles along the route include the Slide, the Ribcage, and the Headwall. These rapids require technical maneuvering and precise navigation to successfully navigate through them.
In terms of regulations, all boaters must have a valid Colorado River Outfitter License and comply with all state laws and regulations. There are also camping restrictions in the area, and visitors are advised to check with local authorities for current regulations.
Overall, the Rincon La Vaca -- Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos river run offers a challenging and rewarding adventure for experienced boaters, with exciting rapids and stunning scenery along the way.
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 Rincon La Vaca--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande At Thirtymile Bridge | 419 cfs | → |
| North Clear Creek Bl Continental Reservoir | 10 cfs | → |
| Vallecito Creek Near Bayfield | 175 cfs | → |
| Animas River At Howardsville | 137 cfs | → |
| Animas River Below Silverton | 384 cfs | → |
| Animas River At Silverton | 167 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
- Snowslide Canyon Creek--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Rincon La Osa--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Sierra Vandera--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Flint Creek--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
- Lake Creek--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Road Canyon Dam Fishing Site
- Road Canyon Reservoir Number 1
- Road Canyon Reservoir
- Teal Boat Ramp
- Williams Creek Reservoir
- Brown Lakes Swa
Points of interest
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 Rincon La Vaca--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos 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 Rincon La Vaca--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos
What's the optimal flow for Rincon La Vaca--Headwaters To Confluence With Los Pinos?
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
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