Winter Storm Warning
2026-05-06T15:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. * WHERE...The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, the Indian Peaks Wilderness, and the Southern Front Range foothills. * WHEN...Until 3 PM MDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Heavy snow will accumulate on tree branches and powerlines, possibly causing them to break and lead to power outages. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the the Wednesday morning commute.

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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The Idledale to Morrison river run in Colorado offers a challenging Class III-IV whitewater experience with a few notable rapids, including Mayhem and Backbreaker.

Summary

This section of the Clear Creek river run is best navigated during late spring and early summer, when water levels are around 500 to 1000 CFS. While this run is not recommended for beginners, it is a favorite among experienced rafters and kayakers looking for a thrilling adventure on the water. Be sure to bring appropriate safety gear and always scout rapids before running them.

Regional Streamflow Levels

Bear Creek At Morrison 12.20cfs	12cfs
Bear Creek Above Bear Creek Lake Near Morrison 3.05cfs	3cfs
Clear Creek At Golden 70.6cfs	71cfs
Bear Creek Above Evergreen 10.9cfs	11cfs
Bear Creek At Mouth 11.20cfs	11cfs
South Platte River Below Union Ave 38.8cfs	39cfs

15-Day Long Term Forecast

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	11 cfs (2.36 ft)
Percent of Normal	223%
Optimal Range	150-800 cfs
Status	Too High
Class Level	IV+ to V
Elevation	5,303 ft
Run Length	3.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	23.7 cfs
Gauge Height	2.5 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06711500