High Wind Warning
2026-03-13T12:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts 80 to 100 mph expected. * WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, the Indian Peaks, and The Northern Front Range Foothills. * WHEN...Until noon MDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines, and scattered power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. This includes U.S. 40 over Berthoud Pass, I-70 from Golden to the Eisenhower Tunnel, and the Peak to Peak Highway. Strong winds may lead to rapid growth of any new fires, particularly below 7,500 ft.

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.

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.

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15-Day Weather Outlook

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	200 cfs
Gauge Height	2.3 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06707500

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Nearby Streamflow Levels

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St. Vrain Creek At Lyons 14.20cfs	14cfs
Big Thompson River At Loveland 10.5cfs	11cfs
Cache La Poudre R A Mo Of Cn 45.40cfs	45cfs
Left Hand Creek Near Boulder 4.77cfs	5cfs
Cache La Poudre River At Fort Collins 3.92cfs	4cfs