The Colton Road Bridge Near Ansonia, Pennsylvania To Blackwell, Pennsylvania river run
The Colton Road Bridge Near Ansonia, Pennsylvania To Blackwell, Pennsylvania
The segment mileage for this river run is approximately 7 miles, and it can be completed in about 4 hours depending on water levels and skill level of the paddlers. Some of the notable rapids and obstacles on this river run include Colton Rapids, The Narrows, and Rock Garden.
It is recommended that paddlers have prior whitewater experience and wear appropriate safety gear such as helmets and life jackets. Additionally, there are specific regulations for this area that must be followed, including obtaining a permit from the Tioga State Forest and abiding by all Pennsylvania boating laws and regulations.
Overall, the Whitewater River Run from the Colton Road Bridge to Blackwell is a thrilling and challenging adventure that requires skill and experience to navigate safely. Paddlers should always check water levels and weather conditions before attempting this river run and should take all necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around The Colton Road Bridge Near Ansonia, Pennsylvania To Blackwell, Pennsylvania -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Straight Run | 1 cfs | → |
| Crooked Cr Bl Catlin Hollow At Middlebury Center | 36 cfs | → |
| Cowanesque River At Westfield | 66 cfs | → |
| Pine Creek At Cedar Run | 753 cfs | → |
| Cowanesque River At Elkland | 56 cfs | → |
| Tioga River Near Mansfield | 129 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
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Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save The Colton Road Bridge Near Ansonia, Pennsylvania To Blackwell, Pennsylvania as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About The Colton Road Bridge Near Ansonia, Pennsylvania To Blackwell, Pennsylvania
What's the optimal flow for The Colton Road Bridge Near Ansonia, Pennsylvania To Blackwell, Pennsylvania?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
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