2025-12-19T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 100 mph possible. * WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the Indian Peaks, The Northern Front Range Foothills, and The Southern Front Range Foothills. * WHEN...From 9 PM MST 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
The river features steep drops, tight and technical rapids, and several major obstacles such as "Nomad" and "Guide Ejector." The best time to float this section of water is during the spring runoff season, when flows range from 800-2,000 cfs. It is important to note that river conditions can change rapidly, and it is recommended to check the current flow levels before embarking on this run. Overall, the Upper Clear Creek River Run is a thrilling adventure for experienced rafters seeking a challenging and rewarding whitewater experience.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 61 cfs (3.74 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 91% |
| Optimal Range | 300-2000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | IV- to IV+ |
| Elevation | 5,693 ft |
| Run Length | 2.5 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 45.7 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06719505 |
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