Winter Weather Advisory
2026-03-07T00:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...West Elk and Sawatch Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.

Oh Be Joyful Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Oh Be Joyful River Run in Colorado on the Gunnison River is a challenging Class III-IV section of water with several obstacles to navigate, including tight channels and boulder gardens.

Summary

The best time to float this section is in late spring or early summer when the snowmelt provides optimal flow, with recommended CFS between 800-1200. It is important to note that this run is not recommended for beginners or those without strong whitewater experience. Overall, the Oh Be Joyful River Run is a thrilling adventure for experienced kayakers and rafters seeking a challenging and scenic ride.

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River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	653 cfs (1.55 ft)
Percent of Normal	116%
Optimal Range	500-2000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	V
Elevation	7,670 ft
Run Length	1.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	181 cfs
Gauge Height	0.9 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 09114500

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Nearby Streamflow Levels

East River Bl Cement Creek Nr Crested Butte 74.1cfs	74cfs
Muddy Creek At Bardine 0.30cfs	0cfs
East River At Almont Co. 74.4cfs	74cfs
Taylor River At Almont 125.0cfs	125cfs
North Fork Gunnison River Near Somerset 68.6cfs	69cfs
Roaring Fork River Ab Difficult C Nr Aspen 8.21cfs	8cfs