Ssv - Confluence To Picnic Grounds
Class V TO V+ Difficulty
STREAMFLOW: 180 CFS
Too High73°, Mostly Sunny Then Chance Showers And Breezy
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. 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.
Weather today, A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Breezy, with a light and variable wind becoming west northwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 28 mph.
| Status | Too High |
| Class Level | V to V+ |
| Elevation | 5,305 ft |
| Run Length | 5.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 140 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 3.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
St. Vrain Creek At Lyons
USGS 06724000 |
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