* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures in the 20s. * WHERE...Central Yampa River Basin and Lower Yampa River Basin. * WHEN...For the first Freeze Warning, until 9 AM MDT Wednesday. For the second Freeze Warning, from midnight Wednesday Night to 9 AM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
The river run difficulty ranges from Class II to Class IV with challenging rapids like Hell's Half Mile and Triplet Falls. The best time to float this section of water is between late May and early July with recommended CFS (cubic feet per second) levels between 800 and 3000. Paddlers must be prepared for strong currents, rocky terrain, and potential water hazards. However, the stunning scenery of canyons, wildlife, and rock formations make this river run a must-do for any experienced paddler.
Yampa River At Deerlodge Park
|
1200cfs |
Little Snake River Near Lily
|
275cfs |
Green River Near Jensen
|
6040cfs |
Green River Near Greendale
|
9020cfs |
Big Brush Creek Abv Red Fleet Res
|
16cfs |
Ashley Cr Abv Sp Nr Vernal Ut
|
4cfs |
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 2600 cfs (6.18 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 144% |
| Optimal Range | 800-6000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III to III+ |
| Elevation | 4,045 ft |
| Run Length | 19.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 14 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 5150 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 7.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09315000 |