Shoshone (Power Plant To Grizzly Creek)
Class III- TO IV Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 2,320 CFS
Runnable74°, Mostly Sunny Then Slight Chance T-Storms
The Shoshone river run on the Colorado River is a popular stretch for rafting and kayaking. The run starts at the Shoshone Power Plant and ends at Grizzly Creek. The rapids on this section range from Class III to Class IV, making it a moderately difficult run. Some of the notable obstacles on the route include the Baptism, Tombstone, and Maneater rapids. The best time to float this section is during the summer months, when the water levels are highest. A minimum flow of 1,500 cfs is recommended for a fun and safe experience.
Weather today, A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Light and variable wind becoming west southwest 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.
Status | Runnable |
Class Level | III- to IV |
Elevation | 6,113 ft |
Run Length | 1.7 Mi |
Gradient | 49 FPM |
Streamflow Discharge | 2320 cfs |
Gauge Height | 3.7 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Colorado River Near Dotsero
USGS 09070500 |