Salida Whitewater Park
Class III- TO III+ Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 436 CFS
Runnable60°, Sunny Then Chance Rain/Snow
The Salida Whitewater Park River Run on the Arkansas River in Colorado offers a thrilling Class II-III whitewater experience. The run includes various obstacles such as a wave, a hole, and a drop. The best time to float this section of the river is during the spring and early summer months when the snowmelt provides optimal water levels. The recommended CFS for this run is between 800 and 1,500. Overall, the Salida Whitewater Park River Run is a great option for intermediate boaters looking for a fun and challenging run.
Weather today, A chance of rain showers after noon, mixing with snow after 5pm. Some thunder is also possible. Increasing clouds, with a high near 60. West northwest wind 5 to 15 mph becoming southwest in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Status | Runnable |
Class Level | III- to III+ |
Elevation | 8,629 ft |
Streamflow Discharge | 436 cfs |
Gauge Height | 11.8 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Arkansas River Below Granite
USGS 07087050 |