Winter Storm Warning
2026-05-06T15:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 3 and 8 inches. * WHERE...Rocky Mountain National Park, the Medicine Bow Range, and the northern Front Range foothills, including Red Feather Lakes, Estes Park, and Nederland. * WHEN...Until 3 PM MDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Heavy snow accumulating on trees may result in broken tree limbs, downed powerlines, and scattered power outages. Travel could be very difficult due to the depth of heavy, wet snow.

Main Section Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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The main section river run on the Laramie River in Wyoming offers Class II to III rapids and stretches for 29 miles from Woods Landing to Fort Steele.


Summary

The river is known for its beautiful scenery, with high canyon walls and abundant wildlife. However, there are several obstacles to be aware of, including sweepers, logs, and strainers. It is recommended to float this section during the late spring and early summer when water levels are high, with a recommended flow of 300-800 cfs. Overall, the Laramie River offers a fun and challenging paddle for intermediate and advanced paddlers.

15-Day Long Term Forecast


River Run Details

Last Updated 2023-06-13
River Levels 55 cfs (3.84 ft)
Percent of Normal 113%
Optimal Range 300-1100 cfs
Status Too Low
Class Level IV+ to V
Elevation 7,128 ft
Run Length 3.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge 11 cfs
Gauge Height 3.3 ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 06660000
       

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail