Lower Snake
Class III TO III+ Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 17 CFS
Too Low55°, Breezy. Chance Snow Showers Then Chance Rain/Snow
The lower Snake River run in Colorado offers a thrilling experience for intermediate to advanced kayakers and rafters. 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.
Weather today, A chance of snow showers before 1pm, then a chance of rain showers. Some thunder is also possible. Partly sunny, with a high near 55. Breezy, with a west wind 9 to 14 mph increasing to 19 to 24 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 37 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.
Status | Too Low |
Class Level | III to III+ |
Elevation | 9,326 ft |
Run Length | 4.0 Mi |
Streamflow Discharge | 17.4 cfs |
Gauge Height | 1.2 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Snake River Near Montezuma
USGS 09047500 |