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The Spencer Heights River Run in Colorado offers a thrilling Class III-IV whitewater experience, with challenging rapids such as Sledgehammer and Staircase. This section of the Arkansas River also features several large boulders and tight channels that require precise maneuvering. The best time to float this section of water is during the spring runoff, typically from May to early June, with recommended flows between 1200-2500 cfs. Overall, the Spencer Heights River Run is a thrilling adventure for experienced paddlers looking for a challenging run in a beautiful setting.
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 182 cfs (3.29 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 84% |
| Optimal Range | 150-1500 cfs |
| Status | Too High |
| Class Level | V- to V |
| Elevation | 5,245 ft |
| Run Length | 2.5 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | -999 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 0 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06752000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
| Discharge | Stage | Elevation | |
|
MUDDY CREEK ABOVE ANTELOPE CREEK NR. KREMMLING
2024-11-04T00:30:00.000-07:00 |
6cfs | 2.42ft | 7522ft |
|
BLUE RIVER BELOW GREEN MOUNTAIN RESERVOIR
2024-12-21T01:00:00.000-07:00 |
123cfs | 3.03ft | 7739ft |
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FRASER RIVER AT UPPER STA
2024-12-21T00:15:00.000-07:00 |
3cfs | 0.43ft | 9539ft |
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COAL CREEK NEAR PLAINVIEW
2024-12-20T23:45:00.000 |
-999cfs | 100.00ft | 6540ft |
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ELK CREEK AT UPPER STATION
2024-12-14T00:00:00.000-07:00 |
20cfs | 6.33ft | 9438ft |
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WILLIAMS FORK NEAR LEAL
2024-12-21T01:10:00.000-07:00 |
21cfs | 1.47ft | 8788ft |
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ST. VRAIN CREEK AT LYONS
2024-12-20T23:15:00.000 |
24cfs | 2.89ft | 5305ft |
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