Beaver Creek river run
Beaver Creek
The river features several rapids and obstacles, such as The Toilet Bowl, which is a challenging rapid with a large hole that challenges even the most experienced kayakers. The river also features the Game Creek Rapid, which is a long and steep rapid that requires advanced paddling skills.
There are specific regulations for the Beaver Creek River Run area, including a permit requirement for commercial river outfitters and a prohibition on camping along the river. Additionally, river users are required to wear personal flotation devices at all times while on the river.
In conclusion, the Beaver Creek Whitewater River Run is a challenging and exciting river that requires intermediate to advanced paddling skills. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 250 and 1,500 cfs, and it is rated as a class III to IV rapid. The segment mileage of the river is approximately 9 miles, and it features several challenging rapids and obstacles. There are specific regulations in place for this area, including a permit requirement for commercial river outfitters and a prohibition on camping along the river.
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 Beaver Creek -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Cr Abv Upper Beaver Cemetery Nr Penrose | 5 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek Above Highway 115 Near Penrose | · | → |
| Turkey Creek Near Fountain Colo | 2 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek Above Fort Carson Reservation | 0 cfs | → |
| Fourmile Creek Below Cripple Creek Near Victor | 5 cfs | → |
| Turkey Creek Ab Teller Res Near Stone City | 0 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
Campgrounds
- Turkey Creek Military - Fort Carson
- Skagware Reservoir Dispersed Camping
- Wye
- The Bank Campground Group Campsite 1
- Sand Gulch Campground Campsite 16
- The Bank Campground Group Campsite 2
Fishing spots
- Skaguay Reservoir
- Brush Hollow Reservoir
- Rosemont Reservoir
- Mcreynolds Reservoir
- Teller Reservoir
- Mason Reservoir
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 Beaver Creek 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 Beaver Creek
What's the optimal flow for Beaver Creek?
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 Beaver Creek.