Winter Weather Advisory
2026-01-02T17:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches with locally higher amounts possible. * WHERE...Flat Tops, Northwest San Juan Mountains, Southwest San Juan Mountains, Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains above 9500 feet. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.

Upper Gore Creek Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Upper Gauley river run is a thrilling Class V rapids adventure that stretches from Summersville Dam to Mason Branch.

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Summary

The river features many challenging obstacles, including Pillow Rock, Iron Ring, and Sweets Falls, which require precise maneuvering and expert navigation. The best time to float this section of water is during the fall, when water levels are high and the rapids are at their most intense. Recommended flow levels range from 2,200 to 3,000 cfs. This is an advanced river run that requires previous experience and a high level of skill.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	57 cfs (5.87 ft)
Percent of Normal	85%
Optimal Range	250-1000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	II+ to III
Elevation	7,725 ft
Run Length	4.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	17.5 cfs
Gauge Height	5.2 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09066510

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Booth Creek Near Minturn 1.17cfs	1cfs
Gore Creek At Upper Station 3.0cfs	3cfs
Black Gore Creek Near Minturn 3.55cfs	4cfs
Middle Creek Near Minturn 0.37cfs	0cfs
Gore Creek Abv Red Sandstone Creek At Vail 19.9cfs	20cfs
Cross Creek Near Minturn 19.5cfs	20cfs