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Filter Plant Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Filter Plant section of the Cache la Poudre River in Colorado is a popular Class II-III river run.

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Summary

The run starts at the Filter Plant Dam and ends at the take-out at Picnic Rock. The section has several obstacles, including a few class III rapids that can be challenging. The best time to float this section is from May to September when the water levels are between 300-800cfs. At higher levels, the run becomes more challenging, and some rapids become Class IV. Overall, the Filter Plant River Run is a great option for intermediate paddlers looking for a fun and challenging whitewater experience.

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	4 cfs (0.81 ft)
Percent of Normal	190%
Optimal Range	350-2000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	II to III+
Elevation	4,871 ft
Streamflow Discharge	12.8 cfs
Gauge Height	1.2 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06752280

Weather Forecast

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Cache La Poudre R A Mo Of Cn 45.40cfs	45cfs
North Fork Cache La Poudre R. At Livermore 4.0cfs	4cfs
Cache La Poudre River At Fort Collins 40.5cfs	41cfs
N Frk Cache La Poudre R Blw Halligan Res Nr V Dal 0.12cfs	0cfs
Cache La Poudre R Ab Boxelder C 12.8cfs	13cfs
Buckhorn Creek Near Masonville 6.88cfs	7cfs