2025-12-18T00:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...West winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 90 mph possible. * WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Range, The Mountains of Summit County, the Mosquito Range, and the Indian Peaks, The Front Range Foothills, Fort Collins, and Boulder and the western suburbs of Denver. * WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
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.
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 | 10.6 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.3 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06711500 |
Weather Forecast
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Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Bear Creek Lake Park
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Clear Creek RV Park
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Gennessee ropes camp spot
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Chatfield State Park
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C-470 Trail Lakewood
Idledale to Morrison
Tunnel 1 to Golden Whitewater Park
Golden Whitewater Park
Upper Clear Creek
South Dinosaur Park
Mount Falcon Park
Bear Creek Canyon Park
North Dinosaur Open Space Park
Denver Mountain - Stain Gulch Park
Harriman Lake
Hine Lake
Cottonwood Park Lake (Kipling & Jewell)
Blue Heron Lake
Smith Reservoir (Lakewood)