2026-05-07T09:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the 20s. * WHERE...Central Yampa River Basin and Lower Yampa River Basin. * WHEN...For the first Freeze Warning, until 9 AM MDT Wednesday. For the second Freeze Warning, from midnight Wednesday Night to 9 AM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Summary
The river run is classified as Class IV, and it features several challenging obstacles such as House of Rocks, Seldom Scene, and Hell's Half Mile. The best time to float this section of water is between May and August when the water levels are between 1,500 and 3,000 cfs. However, caution is advised as water levels can rise quickly, creating hazardous conditions. Overall, the Cross Mountain Gorge River Run is an exciting challenge for experienced rafters seeking to test their skills.
Regional Streamflow Levels
Little Snake River Near Lily
|
275cfs |
Yampa River At Deerlodge Park
|
1200cfs |
Yampa River Near Maybell
|
1010cfs |
Yellow Creek Near White River
|
1cfs |
White R Ab Crooked Wash Nr White River City
|
1510cfs |
White River Below Boise Creek
|
178cfs |
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1300 cfs (3.14 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 105% |
| Optimal Range | 300-13000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III to V |
| Elevation | 6,245 ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1620 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.4 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09244490 |
East Cross Mountain Trailer Camping
East Cross Mountain North Camping
East Cross Mountain Middle Camping
East Cross Mountain South Camping
East Cross Mountain - Yampa River State Park
South Cross Mountain West Trailhead Camping
Cross Mountain Gorge
Yampa River Segment 3
Eastern Boundary Of Dinosaur National Monument To Confluence With Green River
Yampa Canyon
Yampa River Segment 2
Yampa River Segment 1
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