Riverbend (Tibbet's) To New Castle
Class II Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 3,010 CFS
Runnable67°, Isolated Showers
The Riverbend section of the Colorado River through Tibbet's is a class II-III run with several technical rapids and obstacles, including a few small drops and narrow chutes. The best time to float this section is during the late spring and early summer when the water levels are highest, with recommended flows of 800-1500 cfs. This run is suitable for intermediate paddlers with some previous experience on moving water. It is important to note that this section of the Colorado River can become crowded during peak season, so it is recommended to plan your trip accordingly.
Weather today, Isolated showers between noon and 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 67. West wind 5 to 10 mph increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Status | Runnable |
Class Level | II |
Elevation | 5,707 ft |
Run Length | 3.3 Mi |
Gradient | 15 FPM |
Streamflow Discharge | 3010 cfs |
Gauge Height | 4.8 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs
USGS 09085100 |