Shoshone (Power Plant To Grizzly Creek)
Class III- TO IV Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 3,360 CFS
Runnable63°, Showers Likely
The Shoshone Power Plant to Grizzly Creek section of the Colorado River is a popular river run in Colorado. This class III-IV section includes exciting rapids like Tombstone, Maneater, and Pinball. The best time to float this section is from May to September with recommended flows between 1,500 and 5,000 cfs. The river can be challenging for inexperienced paddlers with obstacles like waves, holes, and rocks. It is recommended to have a guide or experience before attempting this section. Overall, it is a thrilling run with stunning scenery and wildlife sightings.
Weather today, Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Status | Runnable |
Class Level | III- to IV |
Elevation | 6,113 ft |
Run Length | 1.7 Mi |
Gradient | 49 FPM |
Streamflow Discharge | 3360 cfs |
Gauge Height | 4.7 ft |
Reporting Streamgage |
Colorado River Near Dotsero
USGS 09070500 |