SALIDA TOWN RUN (STONE BRIDGE TO SALIDA WW PARK)

River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 23, 2024

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Last Updated 2023-06-13
River Levels 183 cfs (11.18 ft)
Percent of Normal 88%
Optimal Range 500-4000 cfs
Status Too Low
Class Level II to III
Elevation 8,629 ft
Run Length 12.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge 226 cfs
Gauge Height 11.3 ft
Reporting Streamgage Arkansas River Below Granite
USGS 07087050

The Salida Town Run on the Arkansas River in Colorado is a popular river run that covers the section from the Stone Bridge to the Salida WW Park. This section of water is rated Class II-III, and features several exciting rapids such as the "Cottonwood" and "Spikebuck" rapids. The best time to float this section of water is during the spring and early summer months when water levels are typically higher, with flow rates between 900-2000 cfs. There are several river obstacles to watch out for, including rocks and small drops, and paddlers should exercise caution when navigating through these areas.

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Watershed River Levels

3

Cubic Feet Per Second
FRASER RIVER AT UPPER ...

593

Cubic Feet Per Second
SOUTH FORK OF WILLIAMS ...

23

Cubic Feet Per Second
WILLIAMS FORK NEAR LEAL

-999

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CHICAGO CREEK BLW DEVILS ...
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