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...From 6 PM this evening to 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 run is between 300 and 1000 cubic feet per second (cfs), with the higher flows being more challenging and exciting.
The class rating of this run is between III and IV, with some sections reaching class V at higher flows. The segment mileage is approximately 4.5 miles, making it a shorter but intense run.
Some specific river rapids and obstacles to be aware of include the "Headwaters," "Straightaway," "Chairlift," and "Red River Rapid." These rapids offer technical challenges and require precise maneuvering to navigate safely.
It is important to note that this run requires a permit from the Carson National Forest, and all participants must wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) at all times. Additionally, alcohol and drugs are prohibited on the river, and all trash must be packed out.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-18 |
| River Levels | 166 cfs (3.88 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 93% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | v |
| 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 Hondo Near Valdez
|
8cfs |
Rio Lucero Near Arroyo Seco
|
6cfs |
Rio Grande Near Cerro
|
445cfs |
Rio Pueblo De Taos Near Taos
|
6cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Columbine
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Goat Hill
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Goat Hill Campground
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La Bobita Campground
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Fawn Lakes Campground
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Fawn Lakes
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Headwaters To Red River
Goose Creek To Fawn Lakes Campground
Headwaters To Nf Boundary
Long Canyon To Nf Boundary
Bridge On Hwy 522 To Red Wsr