Lower Blue (Green Mountain To Spring Creek)
Class II+ TO III Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 170 CFS
Too Low55°, Sunny Then Showers Likely
The Lower Blue Green Mountain to Spring Creek river run on the Blue River in Colorado is a Class II-III white water run with a few Class IV drops. The run is about 8 miles long and has multiple riffles, eddies, and standing waves. The best time to float this section is during the spring and early summer months with recommended flows of 500-1000 cfs. There are several river obstacles such as strainers, rocks, and downed trees that require skilled navigation. Overall, this run is perfect for intermediate paddlers looking for an exciting challenge.
Weather today, A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 55. South wind 6 to 10 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Status | Too Low |
Class Level | II+ to III |
Elevation | 7,739 ft |
Run Length | 3.8 Mi |
Gradient | 50 FPM |
Streamflow Discharge | 170 cfs |
Gauge Height | 3.3 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Blue River Below Green Mountain Reservoir
USGS 09057500 |