Summary
The Hittle Bottom to Take Out Beach section offers gentle rapids and stunning red rock scenery. The river has a few class II rapids that are easily navigable, but caution should be taken at the Wall Street rapid, a class III rapid that requires careful navigation. The best time to float this section is from mid-April to mid-October, with a recommended flow of 1000 to 5000 cfs. Overall, this is a great section for beginners and experienced paddlers alike.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 4620 cfs (3.06 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 125% |
| Optimal Range | 1500-20000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | II+ to III |
| Elevation | 4,094 ft |
| Run Length | 14.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 5 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 2480 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 2.3 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 09180500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Hittle Bottom Recreation Site
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Hittle Bottom
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Lower Onion Creek Camping Area
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Fisher Towers Recreation Site
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Fisher Towers Campground
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Fisher Towers
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UT 128 Moab
Hittle Bottom Recreation Site
Lower Onion Creek Boat Ramp
Dewey Bridge Recreation Site
Moab Daily - Hittle Bottom to Take Out Beach
Hittle Bottom to Rocky Rapid
Onion Creek