Winter Weather Advisory
2026-03-07T00:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 12 inches, with the heaviest amounts in the foothills of Boulder County. * WHERE...The Northern Front Range Foothills. * WHEN...Until midnight MST tonight. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.

Ssv - Confluence To Picnic Grounds Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The SSV Confluence to Picnic Grounds river run in Colorado is a Class III-IV whitewater rafting experience that features several challenging obstacles, including the S-Turn Rapid and the Pinball section.

Summary

The best time of year to float this section of water is from May to June, when the water levels are high and the rapids are at their most intense. Recommended flow rates range from 500-1000 cfs. This section of the river is not recommended for inexperienced rafters or those who are not comfortable with more challenging rapids.

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15-Day Weather Outlook

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	38 cfs (2.98 ft)
Percent of Normal	128%
Optimal Range	200-400 cfs
Status	Too High
Class Level	V to V+
Elevation	5,305 ft
Run Length	5.0 Mi
Gradient	140 FPM
Streamflow Discharge	14.2 cfs
Gauge Height	2.8 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06724000

5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Left Hand Creek Near Boulder 3.85cfs	4cfs
St. Vrain Creek At Lyons 14.20cfs	14cfs
South St. Vrain Creek Near Ward 2.99cfs	3cfs
Fourmile Creek At Orodell 1.91cfs	2cfs
Boulder Creek Near Orodell 9.78cfs	10cfs
Boulder Cr At North 75th St Nr Boulder 10.5cfs	11cfs