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LOWER SNAKE

Whitewater River Run





Colorado Snake Of The Blue

Lower Snake

Class III TO III+ Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 21 CFS

Too Low
43°, Sunny

The lower Snake River run in Colorado offers a thrilling experience for intermediate to advanced kayakers and rafters. The river features class III-IV rapids with challenging obstacles such as the Lunch Counter, Big Kahuna, and Million Dollar Fishing Hole. The best time to float this section of water is from May to July when the water levels are high enough to navigate. The recommended minimum flow for this run is 1,500 cfs. It is important to note that this section of the Snake River is not suitable for beginners or inexperienced paddlers. Proper safety equipment and precautions should be taken to ensure an enjoyable and safe trip.

Weather today, Sunny, with a high near 43. Wind chill values as low as -2. West wind 6 to 13 mph.

Status Too Low
Class Level III to III+
Elevation 9,326 ft
Run Length 4.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge 21.1 cfs
Gauge Height 1.2 ft
Reporting Streamgage Snake River Near Montezuma
USGS 09047500

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
S Clear Cr Abv Lwr Cabin Cr Res Spilwy Nr Georgtwn
USGS 06714500
2 cfs 0.3 ft
East Fork Eagle River Near Climax
USGS 09061600
2 cfs 0.2 ft
Taylor River Below Taylor Park Reservoir
USGS 09109000
103 cfs 3.5 ft
Homestake Creek At Gold Park
USGS 09064000
13 cfs 3.8 ft
Leavenworth Creek @ Mouth Nr Georgetown
USGS 06714800
2 cfs 3.4 ft
South Clear Creek Abv Lower Cabin Creek Reservoir
USGS 06714400
3 cfs 5.1 ft
Arkansas River Near Nathrop
USGS 07091200
349 cfs 3.9 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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