Winter Weather Advisory
2026-04-01T21:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Snow expected above 9000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, Grand and Battlement Mesas, and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 PM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

Waterfall To Confluence Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Waterfall to Confluence river run on the Roaring Fork River in Colorado is an exciting and challenging route for experienced rafters.

Summary

The course features several class III and class IV rapids, including the infamous Slaughterhouse Falls. The best time to float this section of water is typically from May to July when water flows range from 1,000 to 3,000 CFS. Rafters should be prepared for steep drops, strong currents, and submerged rocks. This is not a suitable route for beginners or inexperienced paddlers.

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15-Day Weather Outlook

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	401 cfs (5.3 ft)
Percent of Normal	97%
Optimal Range	500-2000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	V-
Elevation	6,479 ft
Run Length	1.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	317 cfs
Gauge Height	5.2 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09081000

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Muddy Creek At Bardine 1.29cfs	1cfs
East River Bl Cement Creek Nr Crested Butte 464.0cfs	464cfs
North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset 403.0cfs	403cfs
Roaring Fork River Ab Difficult C Nr Aspen 35.0cfs	35cfs
Crystal River Ab Avalanche C 312.0cfs	312cfs
Roaring Fork River Near Aspen 63.6cfs	64cfs