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GUNNISON GORGE

Whitewater River Run





Colorado Gunnison River

Gunnison Gorge

Class III TO IV- Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 1,040 CFS

Runnable
60°, Rain/Snow Likely Then Showers

The Gunnison Gorge river run in Colorado offers challenging rapids and stunning scenery. With class III-IV rapids, paddlers will encounter obstacles such as boulder gardens and tight channels. The best time to float this section is between May and June with a recommended flow of 1,200-1,500 cfs. This 14-mile stretch of river offers a secluded and rugged experience, with limited access points and a permit system in place. Paddlers should be experienced and prepared for a physically demanding trip.

Weather today, A chance of rain and snow showers before 8am, then rain showers. Some thunder is also possible. High near 60. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Status Runnable
Class Level III to IV-
Elevation 6,081 ft
Run Length 14.0 Mi
Gradient 50 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 1040 cfs
Gauge Height 2.9 ft
Reporting Streamgage North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset
USGS 09132500

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Minnesota Creek Near Paonia
USGS 09134000
4 cfs ft
Muddy Creek At Bardine
USGS 09131500
0 cfs 3.1 ft
North Fork Gunnison River Below Paonia
USGS 09134100
96 cfs 0.7 ft
Tomichi Creek At Gunnison
USGS 09119000
177 cfs 2.0 ft
Gunnison River Near Gunnison
USGS 09114500
1,460 cfs 2.3 ft
E Fork Terror Cr Blw Cottonwood Stomp Nr Bowie
USGS 09132985
0 cfs ft
Gunnison River Below Gunnison Tunnel
USGS 09128000
624 cfs 2.7 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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