Winter Weather Advisory
2025-12-06T23:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. * WHERE...Central Colorado River Basin. * WHEN...From 11 PM Friday to 11 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be hazardous to difficult at times.

State Bridge To Burns Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The State Bridge to Burns river run on the Colorado River in Colorado is a Class II-III river with a few Class IV rapids.

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Summary

The best time to float this section is during May and June, with a recommended CFS of 1,000 to 3,000. The river run difficulty increases as the river narrows, with obstacles such as 'Yarmony Rapid', 'Needles Eye', and 'Red Eye' providing challenging rapids. This section also has calm stretches of water where you can enjoy scenic views of mountains, forests, and wildlife. Overall, this river run is best suited for intermediate to advanced kayakers and rafters.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	552 cfs (4.29 ft)
Percent of Normal	99%
Optimal Range	500-6000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	I to II+
Elevation	7,356 ft
Run Length	20.0 Mi
Gradient	15 FPM
Streamflow Discharge	417 cfs
Gauge Height	3.9 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09058000

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Piney River Near State Bridge 33.1cfs	33cfs
Lake Creek Near Edwards 12.1cfs	12cfs
Piney River Below Piney Lake 6.49cfs	6cfs
Eagle R Bl Wastewater Treatment Plant At Avon 53.2cfs	53cfs
Colorado River Near Kremmling 417.0cfs	417cfs
Blue River Below Green Mountain Reservoir 117.0cfs	117cfs