2025-12-21T00:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations ranging from 2-6 inches in the I-70 mountain corridor to 3-8 inches in the northern tier of mountains. Up to 12 inches or more can be expected in the Park Range north of Rabbit Ears Pass. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph, strongest early in the event. * WHERE...Rabbit Ears Pass, Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, and The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the Indian Peaks. * WHEN...Until midnight MST tonight. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult across the mountain passes, especially through early this afternoon when the bulk of the snow will fall.
Summary
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.
River Run Details
| 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 |
Weather Forecast
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Area Campgrounds
| 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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