Freeze Watch
2026-04-17T10:00:00-06:00

...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the Freeze Watches, sub-freezing temperatures possible. * WHERE...In Colorado, Central Yampa River Basin and Lower Yampa River Basin. In Utah, Eastern Uinta Basin. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Thursday. For the first Freeze Watch, from late Thursday night through Friday morning. For the second Freeze Watch, from Friday evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Paddle Report

Utah

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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The Lodore to Echo Park river run on the Green River in Utah offers a beautiful scenic experience for intermediate to advanced paddlers.

Summary

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.

Regional Streamflow Levels

Yampa River At Deerlodge Park 1650.0cfs	1650cfs
Little Snake River Near Lily 401.0cfs	401cfs
Green River Near Jensen 2650.0cfs	2650cfs
Green River Near Greendale 869.0cfs	869cfs
Big Brush Creek Abv Red Fleet Res 18.6cfs	19cfs
Ashley Cr Abv Sp Nr Vernal Ut 4.2cfs	4cfs

15-Day Long Term Forecast

River Run Details

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	2910 cfs
Gauge Height	6.6 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09315000

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Freeze Watch
Until 2026-04-16T00:45:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the Freeze Watches, sub-freezing temperatures possible. * WHERE...In Colorado, Central Yampa River Basin and Lower Yampa River Basin. In Utah, Eastern Uinta Basin. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM MDT Thursday. For the first Freeze Watch, from late Thursday night through Friday morning. For the second Freeze Watch, from Friday evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

LODORE TO ECHO PARK

Paddle Report • Streamflow Levels • Weather Forecast

April 15, 2026

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	2910 cfs
Gauge Height	6.6 ft
Reporting Streamgage	Green River At Green River USGS 09315000