2025-12-20T09:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected, mainly at and above 9,500 feet. * WHERE...Northern and Southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains. * WHEN...Until 9 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs may be blown down. Expect strong crosswinds on area roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Higher wind gusts may occur near the peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 500-1500 cfs, which typically occurs during the spring snowmelt season. The class rating of this section is Class III-IV, with some rapids reaching Class V during high water levels. The segment mileage for this section is approximately 10 miles.
Some of the notable rapids and obstacles on this section include the Entrance, which is a technical rapid with multiple routes depending on water levels. The Corner Pocket is another Class V rapid that requires precise maneuvering. The Pinball Rapid is a long Class IV rapid with several large boulders in the middle of the run that create challenging obstacles.
There are some specific regulations to the area, such as a permit requirement for commercial outfitters and a limit on the number of daily permits issued. Additionally, all visitors must follow Leave No Trace principles and avoid disturbing the natural environment.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-18 |
| River Levels | 166 cfs (3.88 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 93% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 08265000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Red River Near Questa
|
18cfs |
Red River Below Fish Hatchery
|
40cfs |
Rio Grande Near Cerro
|
445cfs |
Rio Hondo Near Valdez
|
8cfs |
Rio Lucero Near Arroyo Seco
|
6cfs |
Costilla Creek Near Costilla
|
11cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Cabresto Lake
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Cabresto Lake Campground
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La Bobita Campground
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Goat Hill
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Goat Hill Campground
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Columbine
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Headwaters To Nf Boundary
Goose Creek To Fawn Lakes Campground
Headwaters To Cabresto Lake
Headwaters To Red River