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BURNS TO DOTSERO

Whitewater River Run





Colorado Colorado River

Burns To Dotsero

Class I TO IV Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 951 CFS

Runnable
47°, Rain/Snow

The Burns to Dotsero river run on the Colorado River is a Class II-III float with some moderate rapids and obstacles. The best time to float this section is during the late spring and early summer when the water levels are higher, with a recommended minimum flow of 1,000 cfs. One of the main obstacles on this run is the Burns Rapid, a Class III rapid that requires some maneuvering. Overall, this run offers scenic views and some fun rapids for intermediate paddlers.

Weather today, Rain and snow showers before 3pm, then rain showers between 3pm and 4pm, then rain likely, possibly mixed with snow showers after 4pm. Some thunder is also possible. High near 47. West southwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Status Runnable
Class Level I to IV
Elevation 6,113 ft
Run Length 29.0 Mi
Gradient 15 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 951 cfs
Gauge Height 2.3 ft
Reporting Streamgage Colorado River Near Dotsero
USGS 09070500

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Elk River Near Milner
USGS 09242500
179 cfs 1.9 ft
Yampa River At Steamboat Springs
USGS 09239500
157 cfs 1.4 ft
Fish Cr At Upper Sta Nr Steamboat Springs
USGS 09238900
6 cfs 7.4 ft
Muddy Creek Above Antelope Creek Nr. Kremmling
USGS 09041090
3 cfs 2.3 ft
Elkhead Creek Near Craig
USGS 09246500
80 cfs 2.5 ft
Yampa River Above Elkhead Creek Near Hayden
USGS 09244490
132 cfs 2.3 ft
Michigan River At Walden
USGS 06617100
29 cfs 1.5 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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