* WHAT...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. * 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...From 11 AM Wednesday to 5 AM MST Thursday. Strongest winds expected Wednesday evening through Wednesday night. * 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.
The run features numerous technical rapids, including the infamous Toilet Bowl and Staircase, as well as dangerous undercut rocks and steep drops. The ideal time to float this section of water is in the late spring or early summer, when the water levels are high, ranging from 600-1200 cfs. It is important to note that this section of water is not recommended for beginners or those without proper training and experience.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 38 cfs (2.98 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 128% |
| Optimal Range | 250-600 cfs |
| Status | Too High |
| Class Level | V+ |
| Elevation | 5,305 ft |
| Run Length | 13.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 20.6 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.8 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06724000 |
South St. Vrain Creek Near Ward
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3cfs |
Left Hand Creek Near Boulder
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-999cfs |
St. Vrain Creek At Lyons
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21cfs |
Fourmile Creek At Orodell
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2cfs |
Boulder Creek Near Orodell
|
-999cfs |
Middle Boulder Creek At Nederland
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6cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Olive Ridge Campground
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Olive Ridge
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Allenspark Dispersed Camping
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Meadow Mountain Ranch
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Meeker Park Overflow
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Meeker Park Overflow Campground
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