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PUMPHOUSE TO DOUBLE BRIDGES


5.0 from 1 reviews
Whitewater River Run





Colorado Yampa River

Pumphouse To Double Bridges

Class I TO II- Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 3,460 CFS

Too High
42°, Breezy. Snow Showers Likely Then Rain/Snow

The Pumphouse to Double Bridges river run in Colorado is a popular section of the Colorado River for both beginners and experienced paddlers. The run is Class II-III and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete. The best time of year to float this section is from May to September, with peak flows in June. The recommended flow range is between 1000-3000 cfs. The river features several rapids, including Eye of the Needle and Yarmony Rapid, but overall the run is relatively easy. However, caution is advised when navigating the boulder gardens and undercuts.

Weather today, Snow showers before 2pm, then snow showers likely, possibly mixed with rain between 2pm and 3pm, then a chance of snow showers after 3pm. Some thunder is also possible. High near 42. Breezy, with a west wind 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Status Too High
Class Level I to II-
Elevation 6,245 ft
Run Length 12.5 Mi
Streamflow Discharge 3460 cfs
Gauge Height 4.8 ft
Reporting Streamgage Yampa River Above Elkhead Creek Near Hayden
USGS 09244490

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Yampa River Above Elkhead Creek Near Hayden
USGS 09244490
3,460 cfs 4.8 ft
West Divide Creek Near Raven
USGS 09089500
132 cfs 2.9 ft
Elkhead Creek Near Craig
USGS 09246500
212 cfs 3.1 ft
Elk River Near Milner
USGS 09242500
1,280 cfs 3.8 ft
Elkhead Creek Above Long Gulch
USGS 09246200
499 cfs 4.9 ft
Yampa River Above Stagecoach Reservoir
USGS 09237450
146 cfs 2.8 ft
Yampa River Below Stagecoach Reservoir
USGS 09237500
124 cfs 3.4 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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