Pine Creek (Granite To Numbers)
Class III+ TO V- Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 436 CFS
Runnable60°, Sunny Then Chance Rain/Snow
The Pine Creek to Numbers river run on the Arkansas River in Colorado offers thrilling class IV to V rapids for experienced paddlers. The run features several challenging drops, including The Notch, The Slot, and The Screaming Quarter Mile. The best time to float this section is during the spring snowmelt in May and June, when water levels range from 800-2000 cfs. Paddlers should be aware of potential hazards, including steep drops, big waves, and strong currents, and should be prepared with proper gear and safety equipment. Overall, this run offers an exhilarating adventure for advanced kayakers and rafters alike.
Weather today, A chance of rain showers after noon, mixing with snow after 5pm. Some thunder is also possible. Increasing clouds, with a high near 60. West northwest wind 5 to 15 mph becoming southwest in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Status | Runnable |
Class Level | III+ to V- |
Elevation | 8,629 ft |
Run Length | 6.0 Mi |
Streamflow Discharge | 436 cfs |
Gauge Height | 11.8 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Arkansas River Below Granite
USGS 07087050 |