2025-12-19T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 85 mph, strongest near the base of the foothills. * WHERE...Fort Collins, Longmont, Boulder, and the western suburbs of Denver. * WHEN...From Friday morning through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds will lead to rapid fire growth of any new fire.
Summary
With Class III-IV rapids, this section of the Boulder Creek offers a challenge with tight drops, technical boulder gardens, and narrow chutes. There are several river obstacles to watch out for, including steep drops and strong currents. The best time to float this section is from May to June, with recommended water levels of 300-500 cfs. As water levels rise, the difficulty of the rapids also increases. Paddlers should have strong navigation skills and be prepared for the challenging conditions.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 42 cfs (9.49 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 281% |
| Optimal Range | 250-1300 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | IV- to V- |
| Elevation | 4,860 ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | 39.2 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 9.7 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06730500 |
Weather Forecast
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Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Patiya
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Gordon Gulch Dispersed Camping Area
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Rifleman Phillips Group Campground
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Glacier View Ranch
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West Magnolia
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Lower Boulder Canyon
Upper South Boulder Creek
SSV - Confluence to Picnic Grounds
Casey School Park
North Boulder Park
Morning Side Park
Olmsted Park
Salberg Park
Wonderland Lake
Cottonwood Lake (Pearl Parkway Boulder)
Thunderbird Lake
Viele Lake
KOA Lake