Indian Cr Paddle Report

Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 700-1500 cfs, which typically occurs during the spring months of April and May. The class rating for this segment of the river is Class III-IV, with some Class V rapids during high water flows.

The segment mileage for the Indian Creek run is approximately 8 miles, with the put-in located at the Indian Creek Campground and the take-out at the Whitewater Bridge. Specific rapids and obstacles on this run include Pinball, Jaws, Eye of the Needle, and the notorious Meat Grinder, which is a Class V rapid that requires expert-level skills to navigate.

In terms of regulations, all boaters are required to obtain a permit from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to access the Whitewater River. Additionally, all boaters are required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket and carry a whistle and a throw rope. The BLM also has guidelines in place to protect the sensitive riparian habitat surrounding the river.