High Wind Watch
2025-12-18T00:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph possible. * WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the Indian Peaks, The Front Range Foothills, Fort Collins, and Boulder and the western suburbs of Denver. * WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Gnar Section Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Gnar Section of the South Platte River in Colorado offers a thrilling and challenging whitewater experience.

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Summary

The section is rated as Class IV and includes several challenging rapids, such as Widowmaker, Staircase, and Two Step. The best time to float this section is during the spring runoff, typically between May and June, with recommended CFS levels of 600-800. It is important to note that this section contains several river obstacles such as rocks, drops, and steep chutes, so it is recommended to have advanced whitewater experience and proper safety gear. Overall, the Gnar Section is a must-do for experienced whitewater enthusiasts seeking an exhilarating adventure.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	405 cfs (2.89 ft)
Percent of Normal	101%
Optimal Range	200-700 cfs
Status	Too High
Class Level	V+
Elevation	6,094 ft
Run Length	1.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	249 cfs
Gauge Height	2.5 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06707500

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Buckhorn Creek Near Masonville 6.11cfs	6cfs
St. Vrain Creek At Lyons 22.50cfs	23cfs
Big Thompson River At Loveland 20.0cfs	20cfs
Cache La Poudre R A Mo Of Cn 40.20cfs	40cfs
Left Hand Creek Near Boulder -999.00cfs	-999cfs
Cache La Poudre River At Fort Collins 17.6cfs	18cfs