2025-12-19T20:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 50 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...Until 8 PM MST this evening. * 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 foothills.
Summary
The run begins with a steep drop into a narrow canyon and features several large boulders and technical rapids. The best time of year to float this section is in the late spring or early summer when the water levels are high, with recommended flow rates of 600-1000 CFS. The river is not recommended for beginners or inexperienced paddlers due to the challenging rapids and potential hazards. It is important to be prepared with proper safety equipment and to check the water conditions and weather forecast before embarking on this run.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 182 cfs (3.29 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 84% |
| Optimal Range | 150-5000 cfs |
| Status | Too High |
| Class Level | V- to V+ |
| Elevation | 5,245 ft |
| Run Length | 0.5 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 19.2 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06752000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lower Narrows
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Narrows
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Narrows Campground: Upper and Lower
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Dutch George Campground
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Dutch George
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Mountain Park Group Campground
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Pineview River Access Point (Put-In, Take-Out)
Upper Narrows
Middle Narrows
Lower Narrows
Steven's Gulch to Bridges Take Out
Filter Plant
Indian Meadows Fishing Site
Parvin Lake
Seaman Reservoir
Dowdy Lake
West Lake