2026-04-03T10:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 to 15 possible. * WHERE...In Colorado, Lower Yampa River Basin, Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, and Grand Valley. In Utah, Arches/Grand Flat, Eastern Uinta Basin, and Canyonlands/Natural Bridges. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Thursday. For the Freeze Watch, from late Thursday night through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Summary
The river has tight turns and steep drops, with obstacles such as large boulders and narrow channels. The best time to float this section of water is in late spring or early summer when the water is high, with recommended CFS of 800 to 1,500. The scenic canyon views and challenging rapids make this a must-try adventure for experienced river runners.
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River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 648 cfs (8.2 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 203% |
| Optimal Range | 500-4500 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II+ |
| Elevation | 4,171 ft |
| Run Length | 50.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 10 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 236 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 7.5 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09180000 |
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
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Area Campgrounds
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Dolores River Camp 2
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Dolores River Camp 1
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Dolores River Camp 3
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Dolores River Camp 4
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Free Campground (The Ball Park)
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Dolores River Camp 5
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Paradox and Mesa Canyon (Bedrock to Gateway)
Little Gypsum Valley Bridge To One Mile Above Hwy 90 Bridge
Dolores River Segment 2
Dolores River - Mcphee To Bedrock Segment In Uncompahgre Field Office
La Sal Creek Segment 3