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LOWER BOULDER CANYON

Whitewater River Run





Colorado Boulder Creek

Lower Boulder Canyon

Class IV- TO V- Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 137 CFS

Too Low
76°, Mostly Sunny Then Chance Showers

The Lower Boulder Canyon river run in Colorado is a scenic and exciting adventure for experienced paddlers. With Class III-IV rapids, this section of the Boulder Creek offers a challenge with tight drops, technical boulder gardens, and narrow chutes. There are several river obstacles to watch out for, including steep drops and strong currents. The best time to float this section is from May to June, with recommended water levels of 300-500 cfs. As water levels rise, the difficulty of the rapids also increases. Paddlers should have strong navigation skills and be prepared for the challenging conditions.

Weather today, A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 76. Light and variable wind becoming northwest 8 to 13 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 22 mph.

Status Too Low
Class Level IV- to V-
Elevation 4,860 ft
Streamflow Discharge 137 cfs
Gauge Height 10.2 ft
Reporting Streamgage Boulder Creek At Mouth
USGS 06730500

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Trout Creek Blw Fern Cr Nr Westcreek
USGS 06701620
1 cfs 3.8 ft
Monument Creek At Palmer Lake
USGS 07103747
1 cfs ft
West Cr. Abv Shrewsbury Gulch Nr Westcreek Co
USGS 06701700
1 cfs 5.3 ft
Fountain Creek At Colorado Springs
USGS 07105500
100 cfs 5.5 ft
Monument Cr At Bijou St.
USGS 07104905
53 cfs 4.1 ft
Bear Creek Near Colorado Springs
USGS 07105000
4 cfs 7.8 ft
South Platte River Above Cheesman Lake
USGS 06700000
178 cfs 5.3 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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