SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 30 cfs (2.14 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 97% |
| Optimal Range | 400-1000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | IV- to IV+ |
| Elevation | 4,199 ft |
| Run Length | 4.3 Mi |
| Gradient | 78 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 35.4 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.3 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
Oak Creek Near Sedona
USGS 09504420 |
The Indian Gardens river run in Arizona is a 5-mile section of the Colorado River that is great for intermediate to advanced river runners. This run is full of technical rapids, with obstacles such as the "Boulder Drop" and "The Wall." The best time of year to float this section is in the spring and early summer when the water levels are higher, with recommended CFS levels at 4,000-8,000. It is important to note that this section of the river is not suitable for beginners or inexperienced river runners.
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