2025-12-19T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 85 mph possible. * WHERE...The Northern Front Range Foothills, and The Southern Front Range Foothills. Strongest winds in the foothills of Boulder, Gilpin, Clear Creek and Jefferson Counties. * WHEN...From this evening through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines, with power outages possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds may lead to rapid fire growth of any new fire in the lower foothills.
Summary
This section of the Arkansas River also features several large boulders and tight channels that require precise maneuvering. The best time to float this section of water is during the spring runoff, typically from May to early June, with recommended flows between 1200-2500 cfs. Overall, the Spencer Heights River Run is a thrilling adventure for experienced paddlers looking for a challenging run in a beautiful setting.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 182 cfs (3.29 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 84% |
| Optimal Range | 150-1500 cfs |
| Status | Too High |
| Class Level | V- to V |
| Elevation | 5,245 ft |
| Run Length | 2.5 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 48.9 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.8 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06752000 |
Weather Forecast
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Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Sleeping Elephant
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Sleeping Elephant Campground
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Big South Campground
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Big South
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Tunnel
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Tunnel Campground
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Spencer Heights
Rustic (Upper)
Big South
Source In Se 1/4 Sec 25, T10N, R75W To End Of The Four-Wheel Drive Road East Of The Nf Poudre Campground (Nw 1/4 Of Sec 21, T10N, R74W
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