* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the Indian Peaks. * WHEN...From 11 AM Saturday to 11 AM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.
The best time to float this section is between May and August, with recommended CFS of 200 to 600. Some of the notable rapids include The Nozzle, The S-Turn, and The Maze. There are also some calmer stretches that offer opportunities for fishing and scenic views. Overall, this section is best suited for intermediate paddlers with previous whitewater experience.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 61 cfs (2.11 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 81% |
| Optimal Range | 350-1000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | III+ to IV |
| Elevation | 9,111 ft |
| Run Length | 3.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 32.9 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 1.8 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09050100 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Peak One Campground
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Peak One
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Pine Cove Campground
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Pine Cove
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Heaton Bay
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Heaton Bay Campground
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