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...From 9 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Friday. * 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 run features technical drops and tight, narrow sections that require precise navigation. The best time to float this section of water is in the late spring to early summer when water levels are at their highest, typically ranging from 500-800 cfs. Obstacles on the river include tight chutes, steep drops, and boulder gardens, making it essential to have strong paddling skills and proper safety gear. Overall, this section of the Ten Mile River offers a thrilling and demanding whitewater experience for those up to the challenge.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 61 cfs (2.11 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 81% |
| Optimal Range | 600-1000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | III+ to IV- |
| Elevation | 9,111 ft |
| Run Length | 3.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 32.9 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 1.9 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09050100 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Hale East Fork Group Campground
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Kite Lake
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Kite Lake Campground
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Camp Hale Memorial
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Camp Hale Memorial Campground
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Peak One Campground
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Upper-Upper Ten Mile
Upper Ten Mile
Middle Ten Mile
Breckenridge Whitewater Park (Town Run)
East Fork Arkansas River
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Officers Gulch Pond
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Montgomery Reservoir
Camp Hale Pond Fishing Pier
Giberson Bay Day Use Fishing Site