Colorado
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Colorado River
70°, Sunny Then Chance Showers
Riverbend (Tibbet's) To New Castle
Class II Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 4,770 CFS
Runnable70°, Sunny Then Chance Showers
The Riverbend Tibbet's to New Castle River Run on the Colorado River is a challenging and exciting float for experienced rafters. This section of water features Class III and IV rapids including Sledgehammer, Tombstone, and Man Eater. The best time to float is from May to July with a recommended flow of 1,500 to 3,000 cfs. Rafters should be prepared for tight turns, steep drops, and large waves. This run is not recommended for beginners, and safety precautions should be taken to ensure a successful trip.
Weather today, A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 70. East wind 5 to 15 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II |
| Elevation | 5,707 ft |
| Run Length | 3.3 Mi |
| Gradient | 15 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 4770 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 5.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
Colorado River Below Glenwood Springs
USGS 09085100 |
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