High Wind Warning
2025-12-18T05:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph expected, with the strongest winds focused over wind-prone locations in the foothills. For the High Wind Watch, west winds up 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, the Indian Peaks, and the foothills. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 AM MST Thursday. For the High Wind Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines, with power outages possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds may lead to rapid fire growth of any new fire in the lower foothills.

Lower Snake Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The lower Snake River run in Colorado offers a thrilling experience for intermediate to advanced kayakers and rafters.

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Summary

The river features class III-IV rapids with challenging obstacles such as the Lunch Counter, Big Kahuna, and Million Dollar Fishing Hole. The best time to float this section of water is from May to July when the water levels are high enough to navigate. The recommended minimum flow for this run is 1,500 cfs. It is important to note that this section of the Snake River is not suitable for beginners or inexperienced paddlers. Proper safety equipment and precautions should be taken to ensure an enjoyable and safe trip.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	14 cfs (1.1 ft)
Percent of Normal	78%
Optimal Range	250-400 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	III to III+
Elevation	9,326 ft
Run Length	4.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	16.1 cfs
Gauge Height	1.1 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09047500

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High Wind Warning
Until 2025-12-17T19:15:00-07:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph expected, with the strongest winds focused over wind-prone locations in the foothills. For the High Wind Watch, west winds up 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, the Indian Peaks, and the foothills. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 AM MST Thursday. For the High Wind Watch, from Thursday evening through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines, with power outages possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds may lead to rapid fire growth of any new fire in the lower foothills.

LOWER SNAKE

Paddle Report • Streamflow Levels • Weather Forecast

December 17, 2025

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	14 cfs (1.1 ft)
Percent of Normal	78%
Optimal Range	250-400 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	III to III+
Elevation	9,326 ft
Run Length	4.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	16.1 cfs
Gauge Height	1.1 ft
Reporting Streamgage	Snake River Near Montezuma USGS 09047500

Realtime River Levels

Snake River Near Montezuma
USGS 09047500

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Keystone Gulch Near Dillon 2.78cfs	3cfs
Snake River Near Montezuma 16.1cfs	16cfs
Straight Cr Blw Laskey Gulch Nr Dillon 3.42cfs	3cfs
Blue River Near Dillon 35.6cfs	36cfs
Blue River Below Dillon 53.9cfs	54cfs
Tenmile Creek Bl North Tenmile C 32.9cfs	33cfs