Winter Storm Warning
2025-12-06T23:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains. * WHEN...From 11 PM Friday to 11 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel over mountain passes could be very difficult.

Avalanche Down Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Avalanche Down River Run on the Crystal River in Colorado is a thrilling Class IV-V run with challenging rapids and obstacles such as drops, boulder gardens, and steep chutes.

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Summary

The best time to tackle this run is in late spring or early summer when water levels are at their highest, with recommended flows between 500-1000 cfs. This is not a run for beginners or intermediate paddlers, as it requires advanced kayaking or rafting skills and experience. The narrow and technical nature of the river demands precise navigation, making it an exhilarating challenge for experienced thrill-seekers.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	330 cfs (1.76 ft)
Percent of Normal	102%
Optimal Range	500-1000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	III
Elevation	6,920 ft
Run Length	12.0 Mi
Gradient	54 FPM
Streamflow Discharge	50.5 cfs
Gauge Height	0.6 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09081600

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Crystal River Ab Avalanche C 50.5cfs	51cfs
Roaring Fork River Near Emma 219.0cfs	219cfs
West Divide Creek Near Raven 0.00cfs	0cfs
Roaring Fork River At Glenwood Springs 405.0cfs	405cfs
Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs 1220.0cfs	1220cfs
Muddy Creek At Bardine 2.68cfs	3cfs