High Wind Watch
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.

Upper North Fork Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Upper North Fork River in Colorado is a Class III run that is best floated in the spring and early summer when the water levels are high.

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Summary

The main obstacles on this run include several steep drops, tight turns, and a few small rapids that require precise maneuvering. The recommended flow for this section of water is between 500 and 1,000 cfs. However, during peak runoff season, the water levels can reach up to 2,000 cfs, making the river more challenging. Overall, the Upper North Fork River is a fun and exciting run that is best suited for intermediate paddlers with some experience navigating Class III rapids.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	28 cfs (2.25 ft)
Percent of Normal	138%
Optimal Range	250-1000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	IV+ to V-
Elevation	6,288 ft
Run Length	9.0 Mi
Gradient	60 FPM
Streamflow Discharge	0.3 cfs
Gauge Height	1.4 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06751150

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

N Frk Cache La Poudre R Blw Halligan Res Nr V Dal 0.25cfs	0cfs
North Fork Cache La Poudre R. At Livermore 4.22cfs	4cfs
Sand Creek At Colorado-Wyoming State Line 2.59cfs	3cfs
Cache La Poudre R A Mo Of Cn 48.90cfs	49cfs
Laramie River Near Glendevey -999.00cfs	-999cfs
Laramie River At Laramie 47.5cfs	48cfs