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BOGAN CANYON

Whitewater River Run





Colorado Crystal River

Bogan Canyon

Class III TO III+ Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 196 CFS

Too Low
61°, Scattered Rain/Snow Then Scattered Showers

The Bogan Canyon River Run on the Crystal River in Colorado offers a challenging Class IV-V river experience with steep drops, tight chutes, and technical rapids. This run is only recommended for experienced whitewater enthusiasts and requires advanced skills and equipment. The optimal time to float this section of water is during the spring snowmelt season, typically between May and June, with recommended flow levels between 500-1500 CFS. Obstacles include numerous boulders, steep drops, and narrow channels, requiring precise maneuvering and quick reactions. Overall, the Bogan Canyon River Run is an exhilarating and challenging adventure for experienced river runners.

Weather today, Scattered rain and snow showers before 11am, then scattered rain showers. Some thunder is also possible. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. South wind 5 to 15 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Status Too Low
Class Level III to III+
Elevation 6,920 ft
Run Length 6.9 Mi
Gradient 68 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 196 cfs
Gauge Height 1.4 ft
Reporting Streamgage Crystal River Ab Avalanche C
USGS 09081600

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Yampa River Above Stagecoach Reservoir
USGS 09237450
225 cfs 3.1 ft
Fryingpan River At Meredith
USGS 09080100
135 cfs 2.4 ft
Fryingpan River Near Thomasville
USGS 09078600
110 cfs 2.4 ft
West Divide Creek Near Raven
USGS 09089500
83 cfs 2.5 ft
Roaring Fork River Near Emma
USGS 09081000
454 cfs 5.4 ft
Fryingpan River Near Ruedi
USGS 09080400
154 cfs 1.7 ft
North Fork Fryingpan River Near Norrie
USGS 09078500
13 cfs 2.5 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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